Next Generation Catalyst Podcast: Millennials / Generation Z / Workplace Trends / Leadership

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins, welcomes Todd McLaughlin, Chairman and Co-Founder of Top Rock University, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is the new university for the new normal. We also cover...   Evolving expectations of students What is Top Rock University Innovative approaches to education Future trends impacting higher education And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins, welcomes Ellie Bertani, SR Director of Associate Experience and Learning at Walmart, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is how to scale learning and development that is personalized. We also cover...   The importance of coaching Walmart's approach to upskilling How education can be used for talent retention The future of work and learning And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins, welcomes Bruce Tulgan, author of The Art of Being Indispensable at Work, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is how to become indispensable at work. We also cover...   The peculiar mathematics of influence How to work smarter Mastering the art of working together Why indispensable people promote go-to-ism And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins, welcomes Tim Munden, Chief Learning Officer at Unilever, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is how to create greater focus among a team (or individual). We also cover...   The behaviors and skills that people will need in the future Personal mastery Trends impacting the future of learning and development How L&D, purpose, and wellbeing are aligned And more...  

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins, welcomes Ashley Goodall, Author of Nine Lies About Work: A Freethinking Leader's Guide to the Real World, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is the lies about work and how to overcome those lies. We also cover...   What is the role of culture inside an organization? LIE #1: People care which company they work for LIE #5: People need feedback LIE #7: People have potential LIE #9: Leadership is a thing And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins, welcomes Molly Nagler, Chief Learning Officer at PepsiCo, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is how to have learning and development give time back to employees. We also cover...   How L&D is evolving How PepsiCo is adapting to change How L&D can/should be leveraged in the future And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins, welcomes Pat Wadors, Chief Talent Officer at ServiceNow, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is how diversity and inclusion impacts learning and development. We also cover...   How ServiceNow approaches learning and development How learning and development is evolving How diversity, inclusion, and belonging impacts the learning experience Trends impacting the future of work And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins, welcomes Ginger Hardage, Former SVP of Culture and Communications at Southwest Airlines, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is how to create unstoppable company culture. We also cover...   Importance of having succinct and memorable values How company culture is evolving How leaders and employees can advance company culture How to reestablish a healthy culture Trends helping and hindering company culture And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins, welcomes Michelle Armer, Chief People Officer at CareerBuilder, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is employment and hiring trends that are impacting the future of work. We also cover...   Future employment and hiring trends How Gen Z searches for a job How Gen Z learns about potential employers Is Gen Z going to switch jobs as much as Millennials Importance of learning and development in the future And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins, welcomes Ana Recio,  Executive Vice President, Global Recruiting at Salesforce, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is talent acquisition insights for recruiting Gen Z. We also cover...   How talent acquisition is evolving How the employer/employee relationship is changing What makes Gen Z different from other generations What Gen Z wants at work The skills Gen Z brings to the table How to communicate with Gen Z How to create a successful candidate experience for Gen Z And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins, welcomes Jason Phillips, Vice President Digital HR and Global Chief of Staff at Cisco, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is how talent acquisition is evolving. We also cover...   The future of talent acquisition  How AI and analytics are impacting the recruitment process How Cisco uses learning and development to attract talent And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Marissa Andrada, Chief People Officer at Chipotle Mexican Grill, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is how Chipotle is using education to attract and retain workers. We also cover...   How Chipotle attracts and retains talent What role education plays at Chipotle Skills Chipotle is looking to develop in their people Chipotle's industry-leading mental health and financial wellness benefits And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins, welcomes Tim Elmore, Founder and CEO at Growing Leaders Inc. and author of Generation Z Unfiltered, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is understanding the challenges facing Generation Z and how to overcome them. We also cover...   How Gen Z differs from Millennials 9 unique challenges facing Generation Z Is Gen Z really more lonely and stressed than other generations How to cultivate grit and resilience in Gen Z And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Asha Choksi, Head of Global Research and Insights at Pearson, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is global trends impacting the future of learning and work. We also cover...   An overview of Pearson’s first ever Global Learner Survey Why today's learners are taking control of their education like never before How people are going about DIYing their education What’s contributing to Gen Z’s wavering confidence in higher education The typical career path of the future Examples of the critical soft skills future workers will need And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Britt Andreatta, Speaker, Author and former Chief Learning Officer of Lynda.com, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is how organizations and leaders can deliver the 3 things all humans want at work. We also cover...   The 3 things humans want at work How to create belonging at work The difference between fitting in and belonging How organizations can help their people become their best selves How organizations can foster a culture of development And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes David Salyers, Original Chick-fil-A Marketing Executive, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is how organizations and leaders can create remarkable culture that attracts and retains Gen Z. We also cover...   What makes culture remarkable How to sustain remarkable culture How Chick-fil-A attracts and retains Gen Z How Chick-fil-A engages Gen Z How to lead Gen Z And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins, welcomes Johnny C. Taylor, President and CEO of SHRM (Society of Human Resource Management), to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is how a better world is possible through better workplaces. We also cover...   What's working well inside today's workplace What needs improving inside today's workplace The role technology plays in making a better workplace Trends shaping the workplace in the next 5-10 years Skills required to thrive in the future workplace How Generation Z will change the workplace And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins, welcomes Stephane Kasriel, CEO of Upwork, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is how Millennials and Gen Z managers will reshape how we work. We also cover...   UpWork’s 3rd Annual “Future of Workforce Report (click here to review) How the younger generations are shaping the future of work How remote working is challenging how organizations are structured Examples of organizations that are successfully engaging freelancers The role of higher education in the future of freelancing How the gig economy will change the skills needed to thrive in the future And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Arran Stewart, Founder and CVO of Job.com, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is the recruiting and reskilling the workers of the future. We also cover...   What is currently broken with recruiting The future of recruiting How blockchain and AI will impact recruiting The most valuable skills of tomorrow The future of higher education How organizations should think about reskilling their workforce And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Mark Sparvell, Education Leader at Microsoft, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is the future skills students will need to be life-ready. We also cover...   How can Gen Z prepare for the jobs of the future Areas Gen Z is unprepared for work How Gen Z can develop social and emotional skills The future of higher education The future of learning and development And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Matthew Glotzbach, Quizlet CEO, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.   The topic discussed is how technology is impacting how Gen Z learns. We also cover...   How education and learning is changing How and why the emerging generations learn differently Key components that help Gen Z to learn The future of learning and development inside companies And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins, welcomes Ellen Jackowski, Global Head of Sustainability Strategy & Innovation at HP, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is how to engage Generation Z through company sustainability. We also cover...   How companies can make sustainability a priority inside the workplace Recommendations for how companies can implement sustainable business practices What role Blockchain is playing to measure sustainability efforts How companies can leverage their sustainability efforts to attract top Gen Z talent And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes John Sculley, Chairman of RxAdvance and former CEO of Apple and Pepsi, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is sage advice for the workers and leaders of the future. We also cover...   What does that mean to you and how can folks live a purpose driven life? How people can cultivate a mindset of lifelong learning How Generation Z (and future generations) can develop relentless perseverance Linear vs exponential times The fundamentals we need to stick to as we try to integrate new technology into our lives How AI and other technology will shape the way we work And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Marcie Merriman, EY Americas Cultural Insights & Customer Strategy Leader, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is how to improve the employee experience for Millennials and Generation Z. We also cover...   Practical ways employers and leaders can engage Millennials and Gen Z What Gen Z is looking for in a job and how does it differ from Millennials Factors shaping the expectations of Gen Z How to begin preparing for Gen Z And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Claude Silver, Chief Heart Officer of VaynerMedia, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast. This episode was recorded live at BridgeCon, an employee development conference. The topic discussed is the growing importance of employee development. We also cover...   How employee development is evolving How VaynerMedia deploys learning and development How to ensure learning and development is working How is higher education impacted by new learning and development trends The future of employee development And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Dan Schawbel, New York Times Bestselling Author of Back to Human: How Great Leaders Create Connection in an Age of Isolation, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is understanding Generation Z's expectations and attitudes towards work. We also cover...   Insights from the The Workforce Institute at Kronos and Future Workplace Gen Z study Types of workplace communications Gen Z expects What Gen Z is looking for in a manager Future workplace trends driven by Gen Z How Gen Z will disrupt higher education And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Natasha Stough, Americas Director, Campus Recruiting at EY, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is how to recruit Generation Z. We also cover...   Insights from the EY Annual International Intern Leadership Conference survey Generation Z’s sentiment around the future of work Values that Generation Z are interested in embracing What organizations can do to better prepare for Generation Z What Generation Z are looking for in an employer The most common questions college grads ask employers And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Emily Poague, Vice President of Marketing at LinkedIn Learning, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is how Gen Z is shaping a new era of learning. We also cover...   Insights into the Gen Z survey on learning that LinkedIn recently conducted Why learning  is increasingly critical for today’s workers How Gen Z approaches learning and how it's different from other generations Tips for delivering learning to Gen Z Learning and development trends coming in the next 5-10 years And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Aman Brar, President and CEO of Canvas (the world's first text-based interviewing platform), to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is how to hire Generation Z faster using text-based interviewing. We also cover...   What’s currently broken about today's recruiting process How the emerging generations are putting new pressures on how recruiting is done How Millennials and Generation Z prefer to communicate during the interview process Upcoming recruiting and interviewing trends  The future of recruiting and interviewing  And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Anton Andrews, Director, Office Envisioning at Microsoft, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.   The topic discussed is envisioning the future of work and life. We also cover...   Microsoft's experimental futuristic work and life concept space Why innovation is now a survival issue How organizations can utilize their organizations as human networks Why knowledge flow should be fast, transparent and participatory How technology (like A.I.) help workers to better control their focus Why learning is so critical and how Microsoft has cultivated a culture of a "discoverers mindset" And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Shane Wall, Chief Technology Officer at HP, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is how to lead and work in the future. We also cover...   Technology trends to impact the workplace in the coming years How technology is changing the way employees work How the gig economy is impacting work What leadership skills will people need to succeed in the gig economy How will A.I. impact the way in which people live and work What changes Generation Z will bring to the workplace And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Thomas Koulopoulos, Speaker and Author of Revealing the Invisible, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is how our hidden behaviors are becoming the most valuable commodity of the 21st century. We also cover...   How the ability to track every behavior will predict our individual and collective futures Emerging technology trends How every person and digital device will have its own cyberself Recommendations for people to reveal/share their hidden behaviors How Generation Z approaches new technology And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Curt Steinhorst, Speaker and Author or Can I Have Your Attention, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is how to regain focus in an era of distraction. We also cover...   The science of attention What impact is today’s tech having on our brain and behavior Practical ways workers can regain their focus Practical ways leaders can help their teams regain focus What future trends or tech (AI for example) will impact our focus How to stay proactive about focus as the world gets noisier and more high tech A few ways to keep focus at home And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Joanna Daly, Vice President, Talent at IBM, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is how artificial intelligence can help attract and retain talent. We also cover...   What roles do AI and analytics have in the recruitment process How IBM is using Watson to create a more personalized and efficient hiring experience What is IBM Watson Candidate Assistant and how has it helped secure better talent How is IBM using video and YouTube to attract talent What skills are critical for tomorrow’s workforce to embody How will AI (and blockchain) change how we work in the future And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Mike Clementi, Chief HR Officer - North America at Unilever, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is how data and digital are disrupting talent acquisition. We also cover...   How to rethink traditional talent processes and procedures Emerging technology to attract new talent  Unilever's innovative hiring methodology How to build a strong employer brand Future workplace trends And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Ryan Craig, Author of A New U: Faster + Cheaper Alternatives to College, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is the evolving alternatives to college and why Generation Z is exploring them. We also cover...   The increasing cost of college and how it might be putting an entire generation at risk How does the next generation of parents view college What are the 4 types of alternative to colleges How to determine what’s best for you or your student How these alternatives approach learning differently in order to engage Generation Z Some of the best faster and cheaper alternatives to college And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Derek Lundsten, CEO of Scrimmage and Partner at 21mill, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is the future of work, learning and development, and leadership. We also cover...   Trends impacting the workplace in the next 5-10 years Trends impacting learning and development The future of learning and development How leadership has evolved over the past decade or two The role of leaders in the coming years And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins, welcomes Diane Belcher, Product Management at Harvard Business Publishing, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast. The topic discussed is why learning and development is failing Millennials and Generation Z. We also cover... What role is learning and development playing in supporting major organizational change? Why innovation is lacking with L&D and HOW might it need to innovate. How do Millennials view L&D differently than Baby Boomers? What are the top reasons Millennials say L&D programs are failing? What is the future of L&D? And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Dr. Neal Smatresk, President of the University of North Texas, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is how Generation Z learns and the future of universities. We also cover...   Some of the skills gaps that exist in Generation Z How Generation Z learns differently than previous generations How universities are adjusting to the new learning expectations of Generation Z How universities adjusting to prepare Generation Z for the workplace How employers are adjusting in order to better attract and retain Generation Z And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Dr Terri Cooper, Chief Inclusion Officer at Deloitte, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is how diversity and inclusion will impact the future of work. We also cover...   What role does diversity and inclusion play in today’s workplace Why companies should be concerned with diversity and inclusion How Deloitte is reimagining inclusion for the workplace of the future How inclusion is an essential component of leadership today Best practices for leading inclusively And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Vishal Agarwal, author of Give to Get: A Senior Leaders Guide to Navigating Corporate Life, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is how to create better harmony between work and life. We also cover...   Why do some succeed in corporate careers and others burn out Can anyone master work/life balance? Why it’s important to live up to every promise you make to your family—and how to do it How to maximize every minute you have with your family while at home Why you should never have your suitcase packed over the weekend—even if you’re traveling for work on Monday And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Armando Lopez, Executive Director of Human Resources at Ramsey Solutions, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.    The topic discussed is how to create company culture that attracts and engages emerging talent. We also cover...   How is the emerging generations (Millennials and Generation Z) impacting your workplace How to handle an underperforming team member Specific processes or strategies for retaining top next generation talent Strategies for leading Millennials Trends impacting the workplace in the next 5-10 years And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes David Hassell, Founder & CEO of 15Five, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is how employee feedback can skyrocket engagement and performance. We also cover...   How GM is becoming an agile company  Why employee feedback is so critical in today’s workplace The future of employee feedback Does Generation Z want the same high frequency of feedback that Millennials have had The "Best-Self Review” that helps employees avoid job stagnation How strength identification skyrocket employee engagement And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Byron Matthews, President and CEO at Miller Heiman Group, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.    The topic discussed is the new skills and strategy required to sell to Millennial B2B buyers. We also cover...   Why is the buying landscape changing?  How are Millennials approaching buying differently from other generations? What can sellers do to better position themselves with the next generation of buyers? What can sellers do to exceed expectations? What can sellers do to differentiate and stand out in the minds of the buyer? How do seller better engage B2B Millennial buyers? And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Celeste Warren, Vice President of Human Resources and Global Diversity and Inclusion at Merck, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast.  The topic discussed is the pivotal role of diversity and inclusion and how organizations can cultivate it. We also cover...   The role does diversity and inclusion play in today’s workplace Why should companies be concerned with diversity and inclusion What role does diversity and inclusion have in attracting and retaining emerging talent (Millennials and Generation Z) How does Merck prioritize diversity and inclusion How can organizations be more inclusive How can leaders be more inclusive What are employees roles when it comes to diversity and inclusion And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Michael Arena, Chief Talent Officer at General Motors, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast. The topic discussed is how to become an agile organization and positively disrupt the way we work. We also cover...   How GM is becoming an agile company  What employees will want in 2020 How GM enables employees to positively disrupt the way they work What is social capital and how GM is leveraging it to be more agile How GM uses company culture to attract Millennials and Generation Z And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Brad Staats, associate professor of operations at the University of North Carolina's Kenan Flagler Business School, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast. Brad is also the author of NEVER STOP LEARNING: Stay Relevant, Reinvent Yourself, and Thrive. The topic discussed is why continuous learning matters and how to create a culture of dynamic learners. We also cover...   Why success in our new, ever-changing work environment demand continuous leaning How AI and IOT impact learning Why is it important workplaces be more conducive to learning and how they do it 8 key elements to becoming a dynamic learner And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Ann Marr, Vice President of Global Human Resources at World Wide Technology, Inc., to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast. The topic discussed is how to be an ideal employer for Millennial and Generation Z talent. We also cover...   How the emerging generations impacting the workplace What the next generation wants from an employer How to manage their often elevated expectations to get promoted or move throughout the organization Structuring a successful internship program How to use Glassdoor to attract Millennial and Generation Z And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Greg Tomb, President of SAP SuccessFactors, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast. The topic discussed is the advantages Generation Z will bring to the workplace. We also cover...   How Generation Z is different from Millennials Generation Z challenges as they enter the workforce Attracting Generation Z talent to your organization Why employers plan to hire fewer college graduates How to retain Generation Z talent  And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Peyton Day, CEO of Roam, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast. Roam provides coworking and meeting spaces that are intentionally designed to inspire creativity, innovation and productivity. The topic discussed is how physical workspaces can attract and retain next-generation talent. We also cover...   Why is physical workplace so important? Why Millennials and Generation Z have different needs and/or desires when it comes to the workplace What attracts Millennials to a physical workplace Strategies for leading Millennial employees And more...

Millennial and Generation Z keynote speaker and author, Ryan Jenkins,  welcomes Michael Solomon, expert on consumer behavior, keynote speaker, and professor of marketing at Saint Joseph’s University, to the Next Generation Catalyst Podcast. Michael is also the author of Markerters, Tear Down These Walls!: Liberating the Postmodern Consumer. The topic discussed is understanding the consumer behavior of Millennials and Generation Z. We also cover...   Marketing assumptions that are obsolete How Millennials and Generation Z make buying decisions Frequent mistakes brands make when marketing to Millennials and Generation Z How brands can win with Generation Z beyond social media Why authenticity is so important when marketing to Millennials and Generation Z And more...