September 18, 2025: Resolved -- The Work World is Changing (LIVE - In Person)

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Meetup is LIVE on our deck (weather-permitting), or in our LR (if cold, or rainy) in West Orange, NJ

We gather at 7:30 for 30 min of refreshments (and wine), and chit chat, and then spend 90 min in an informal, facilitated discussion based on the assigned podcasts

Please listen to all 4 podcasts below before the meetup (2 of 4 are very short) and if you sre super-motivated, listen to optional podcast #5
Whether you are still in the workforce or retired with memories of time in the workforce, or your kids are in the workforce....
<1> What are the challenges of boomers working together with millenials and Gen Z? Who is most frustrated by having to work together?
<2> What has changed with respect tp work styles, needs, expectations, approaches to getting jobs done ....?
<3> How can Boomers and Gen Xers adjust to these challenges/changes?
<4> How has the choice of in-office, vs. hybrid, vs remote work changed how people approach work, team interactions, productivity, ease of communication.....?
<5> What advice or learnings would you give to Gen Z and millenials regarding life at work?
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[1] TED
Work is Broken. Gen Z can Help Fix it. (12 min)
Would you rather stay in your current job until you retire, or change jobs every year? Researcher Amanda Schneider says Gen Z's answer to this question says a lot about the evolving workplace. Sharing data-driven insights on the young workforce, she debunks common misconceptions about Gen Z employees and explains why their preferences are key to unlocking a more flexible, effective workplace for everyone.
https://www.ted.com/talks/amanda_schneider_work_is_broken_gen_z_can_help_fix_it_mar_2025?user_email_address=8fad50219beae12784c05d9e4ccec32a&lctg=62d19ee21c794c328c9653a8

[2] HR in Review
How is Gen Z Changing Workplace Norms (17 min)
In today's HR in Review episode, we explore why and how Gen Z is changing the norms in the workplace. We also explore the key things organisations should learn about this new approach to work.
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hr-in-review/id1595358789?i=1000663664194

[3] Generations at Work
Working with Millennials (34 min)
In this episode of Generations at Work, Susan Davis and Dr. Tim Elmore are joined by Millennial guests Mission Mobile Medical president & CFO Amanda LeFever and bestselling leadership author Ryan Jenkins. In this episode, our hosts and guests delve into the intricacies of working with the Millennial generation, emphasizing the importance of bridging generational gaps in the workplace. They explore the common misconceptions about Millennials, such as their perceived entitlement, and highlight the values they bring, including efficiency, collaboration, and a desire for feedback. Discover how Gen Y balances traditional workplace values and the evolving expectations of a modern workforce. By focusing on genuine interest, clear direction, and a blend of high-tech and high-touch approaches, this episode offers valuable insights for fostering connection across multiple generations. If you're interested in enhancing generational collaboration and leadership, you'll find practical advice for building more inclusive and productive work environments.
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2TfnPm0swbOiML936fgBmp

[4] Freakonomics Radio
The Unintended. Consequences of working from home (40min:
The last two years have radically changed the way we work — producing winners, losers, and a lot of surprises.
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/freakonomics-radio/id354668519?i=1000584035729

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OPTIONAL
Next Generation Workforce- from Frustration to Flourishing
Embracing technology and innovation (27 min)
In this episode, we discuss another one of our identified key values for Gen Z professionals: embracing technology and innovation. This is the value that most emphasises the gap between generations, with the huge changes and evolvement in the way the world operates. When it comes to technology, it is becoming apparent that one size does not fit all. So how do we overcome that in the workplace?
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7HWUPB2B8s8bPhWaZkWlet

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For newbies (and we love new people/ new voices):
the street address will be sent to you ~3-7 days before the event (lots of street parking)
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Only sign up if you plan to show up (or risk being tarred and feathered in the town square).

• If you can't make it-- please change your RSVP from YES to NO as early as possible so that others who might be waitlisted can still join
• $2 on-site for refreshments/cover the annual fees for the meetup site.