In this insightful interview, Dr. Tim Elmore shares his extensive research on Gen Z, leadership, and how to effectively mentor and lead the next generation. Discover practical strategies, leadership myths, and inspiring stories that will transform your approach to developing young leaders. 

Five Takeaways 

• Leaders are teachable. We never arrive and sometimes we need a little sandpaper on our leadership style. 
• Connect before you correct. Relationships drive leading Gen Z. 
• 26 is the new 18. 
• Become your own best friend. Be kind to yourself. You need it more than you know. 
• Do young leaders want to stick around? Ask them what they want to learn. 

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Executive produced by Eric Epperson, co-produced by Lauren Bryan and Joseph Jackson. 

CHAPTERS 
00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Conversation 
04:53 Meet Dr. Tim Elmore: Leadership Development Expert 
10:56 Understanding Gen Z: Challenges and Opportunities 
12:25 The Peter Pan Paradox: Authority vs. Maturity   
20:36 Work-Life Balance: Gen Z's Perspective 
23:52 Career Aspirations of Gen Z: Gigs vs. Calling 
27:47 Shifting Leadership Paradigms 
30:00 Navigating Failure and Growth 
34:15 Retaining Gen Z Talent 
36:10 Onboarding and Mentorship Strategies 
43:00 Preparing for Leadership Succession  
52:00 Understanding and Empowering Gen Z 
57:00 Personal Insights and Future Aspirations 
1:01:12 Closing Discussion and Challenge 

RESOURCES 

Growing Leaders - https://www.growingleaders.com  

The Future Begins with Z (Book) - https://a.co/d/02JTTp2v  

KEYWORDS 

Gen Z, leadership, mentoring, leadership development, future of work, generational differences, leadership myths, organizational success