The Truth About Managing the Anxious Generation
The Plumm Pod · 2025-11-06 · 40 min
Episode notes
They’re not lazy. They’re anxious and misunderstood. In this powerful episode, Jessamine Ringer breaks down what every leader needs to know about Gen Z and the future of work. From why this generation values purpose over prestige to how managers can bridge the gap through empathy, clarity, and coaching, Jessamine exposes what’s really happening between generations in the workplace. You’ll learn: Why Gen Z behave differently and what shaped them How to manage with empathy without lowering standards The three things every young employee actually wants How to build confidence, resilience, and innovation in your team If you lead people or plan to, this conversation will change how you see the next decade of work. Subscribe and share to help others lead better. Chapters 00:00:00 — Was HR Ever the Plan?