PMP409: Ready for Real Life with Andrew McPeak

A quick note to listeners:  Before this week’s interview, Jen Schwanke and Will Parker answered a listener question in a 5-minute response.  The question is: How do I coach a veteran (relatively) effective teacher who is reluctant to implement something new? Listen in for our response and thank you for doing what matters! Andrew McPeak is an author, researcher, communicator, and researcher on the emerging generations. From public school hallways to the boardrooms of corporate America, Andrew has honed an intimate understanding of the issues today’s young leaders face. Leveraging his experience and insights, Andrew, works to give adults practical tools and actionable advice for leading today’s youngest population. Andrew is the author of three books including Marching off the Map (2017), Generation Z Unfiltered (2019), and his latest: Ready for Real Life: Unpacking the Five Essential Skills Great Leaders Instill in Their Students (2023). In this week’s episode: Andrew McPeak answers several important questions about generational studies and the value of soft skills. Andrew shares how he started studying generations and began speaking to students, teachers, administrators, and parents. The discussion shifts from millennials to Generation Z, a topic Andrew explores in his new book. Andrew explains the key differences between Millennials and Generation Z and how these differences affect education and leadership. His book emphasizes essential soft skills over just achievements or the next step in life, highlighting their importance for long-term success. He also addresses how to communicate the value of soft skills to parents who often focus on external achievements. Andrew outlines the five essential skills in his book, providing a brief overview of each and their importance. In the chapter, “Leading When You Feel Like Leaving,” Andrew explains why he felt it was necessary to discuss the challenges leaders face when they feel overwhelmed or consider stepping down. Listen to the entire interview for amazing takeaways!  Stay Connected: You can find out more or connect with Andrew McPeak at his website: https://www.andrewmcpeak.com/ or through his work at Growing Leaders https://growingleaders.com/about/keynote-speakers/andrew-mcpeak/ The post PMP409: Ready for Real Life with Andrew McPeak appeared first on Principal Matters.