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061 - Is Gen Z Unemployable? With Jaynie Ellison

061 - Is Gen Z Unemployable? With Jaynie Ellison

Industry leaders unpack shocking new data revealing a 98% disconnect between what hiring managers want and what Gen Z values in the workplace. Chris Griffin and Khalil Benalioulhaj join forces with recruiting expert Jaynie Ellison to explore practical strategies for bridging this massive gap and turning Gen Z from perceived obstacle into competitive advantage.

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What You’ll Learn

  • The real reasons behind the 98% employer-Gen Z value disconnect
  • Why Gen Z's worldview creates different workplace expectations
  • Proven strategies for integrating Gen Z into experiential teams
  • How remote work and mentorship can close the generational gap
  • Why trade jobs offer untapped opportunities for young talent

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Time Stamps

  • 01:27 - Episode Intro
  • 02:29 -Guest Intro
  • 04:41 - The Disconnect Between Hiring Managers and Gen Z
  • 08:01 Challenges and Solutions for Gen Z in the Workforce
  • 13:21 -Incentives and Flexibility in Trade Jobs
  • 30:45 -The Importance of In-Person Connection
  • 31:36 -Remote Work and Technology's Role
  • 32:55 -Evaluating and Integrating Gen Z into the Workforce
  • 38:21 -Strategies for Employers to Engage Gen Z
  • 44:36 -Advice for Gen Z Entering the Workforce

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Snippets from the Episode

  • "If you're looking at Gen Z as an obstacle, you're not gonna be in it for long. The workforce is aging out. You need the next generation."- Khalil Benalioulhaj
  • "Gen Z is going to be 27% of the workforce by 2028. We're knocking on the door of 2026. This is an important conversation."- Jaynie Ellison
  • "Stop measuring your employees based on inputs and start measuring based on outcomes. If you're judging them off office hours, you have a poor management system."- Khalil Benalioulhaj
  • "They really want to see results. They want to see that they're progressing in their career more quickly because we don't know when things could change."- Jaynie Ellison

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Key Takeaways

  1. 98% value disconnect exists between hiring managers and Gen Z
  2. COVID disrupted Gen Z's foundational workplace expectations
  3. Trade jobs offer six-figure opportunities with clear advancement paths
  4. Mentorship and structured onboarding are essential for Gen Z integration
  5. Flexibility doesn't always mean remote work - focus on outcomes
  6. Gen Z values culture, authenticity, and helping others above traditional metrics
  7. Clear career progression paths can extend retention beyond 13 months

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Resources

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