An In-Depth Interpretation of the Generational Narrative with Chris De Santis
With over 35 years of experience, Chris's philosophy boils down to being a humanist and an optimist. He doesn't believe in the dichotomy of high potential vs. low potential human beings but rather that, in the right circumstances with the right support, resources, and knowledge, everyone is capable of great things.Listen in!Key Highlights:[00:01 - 15:40] A Deeper Look into Generational DynamicsHumans are not designed for the masses but for small groups of peopleRealizing the harm with generational stereotypes - they are more based on perception Generations are not destiny - their experiences and upbringing shape who they becomeGenerational narratives are not global or universal - they apply to a certain segment.[15:41 - 30:18] How Boomers Parent Their Millennial Children DiffersThe parenting model differs in each generation, and this creates tension between parentsParenting models should be a conversation to have to achieve awareness and responsibilityThe exponential rate of change within society is impacting generational cohortsHow the socioeconomic chasm will have a more significant impact in the future.[30:19 - 50:32] The Move from the Implicit to the Explicit ModelBeing aware of differences entails moving away from traditional red/blue social structuresBoomers need to adapt to the changing workplace environment and away from compliance-onlyFiguring out what skills can be applied in other arenas to stay engaged in the workforceMillennials will become more entrepreneurial and less reliant on corporations[50:33 - 54:28] Closing SegmentWant to learn more about generational narratives in the workplace? Check out Chris’ book: Why I Find You Irritating: Navigating Generational Friction at Work! Key Quotes:“One of the challenges that you're faced [is that] you are seeing how this world as it were and the opportunities are out there, but they are only for those who are most prepared.” - Chris De Santis“I have more faith in the future now than it did before… The younger people are empathetic, hardworking, and smart, they seem to care, and they also care about their wellness and their mental health.” - Chris De SantisConnect with Chris:Website: https://cpdesantis.com/ Book: Why I Find You Irritating: Navigating Generational Friction at WorkPodcast: Cublie ConfidentialConnect with me on LinkedIn!LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, AND LEAVE US A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or whatever platform you listen on. Thank you for tuning in and Stay Tuned for the Next Episode COMING SOON! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.