Generation Next: Watchen Nyanue on Integrating Gen Z into the Workforce and Beyond

Generation Next: Watchen Nyanue on Integrating Gen Z into the Workforce and Beyond

In today’s evolving workforce, companies and universities alike are grappling with how to prepare and integrate Gen Z. Talent strategist Watchen Nyanue shares actionable strategies to bridge generational gaps, ensuring young professionals and graduates are equipped to thrive in multi-generational environments.

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How To Make A Multi-Generational Workplace Actually Work

How To Make A Multi-Generational Workplace Actually Work

Boomers, Gen X, Xennials, Millennials, Gen Z—what's next? The wars between generations are nothing new to history. Cultural critics have theorized for decades about generational shifts and what they mean for our future. And if you're on social media, no matter your age, the algorithm has likely fed you video skits depicting scenarios that show generational differences in mindsets, norms, and productivity styles in the workplace—some funny, and some downright scathing. So, what gives? How can we, instead, welcome Gen Z, our newest members of the workforce, and instill peace and creativity in the workplace?

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Black History: Centering Black Voices Every Month of the Year

At Outspoken, we are passionate about the power of inclusion. We believe a landscape of diverse ideas is foundational to building sustainable solutions that will carry us deeper into the 21st century better equipped for the challenges our collective future holds. This month, we’ve been excited to highlight Black voices, sharing some of our speakers’ expertise and essential contributions to our public discourse. But how can we honor Black History Month beyond February? How can we create an inclusive culture that lasts long after Black History Month?

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For Women of Color, Mentorship Matters

Did you know women of color make up only about 4 percent of C-suite executives? Despite efforts within many well-meaning organizations, and corporations to create more diverse and inclusive spaces, there is so much more work to do. Whether you're looking to prepare young Black women (and all women of color) for the future ahead upon graduation and entering the workforce or to continue your efforts in diversifying your organization and increasing your training and development programs, inclusion strategists and mentorship trainers, Denise Hamilton and Watchen Nyanue, can help.

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