Gen Z's Manager Dilemma - From X to Z ep 1

In this episode of From X to Z, Danielle Farage and Mervyn Dinnon dive into a fascinating piece of research revealing that Gen Z is hesitant about climbing the traditional corporate ladder into middle management. They explore the generational gap in workplace expectations, discussing how Gen Z prioritizes agency, meaningful work, and growth over traditional markers of success like titles and hierarchical responsibility. Mervyn and Danielle unpack what the role of a manager even means today, especially in remote and hybrid work environments, and debate whether organizations are equipping managers with the people skills and emotional intelligence needed to lead and inspire the newest generation of workers. Tune in to understand the evolving landscape of management and what it takes to motivate and retain Gen Z talent in today's workplace.