Major In Adulting

We keep saying “Gen Z is hard to lead.”But what if the real issue is… we still don’t understand them?The fundamentals of work haven’t changed.Effort. Accountability. Contribution. Performance.They still matter.What has changed is how this generation sees work, security, purpose and leadership.In today’s episode of Major in Adulting, I speak with a leader managing a fast-paced, multi-generational team, navigating real tensions around expectations, feedback, job security fears and AI uncertainty.This isn’t about fixing a generation.It’s about leaders paying closer attention.If you lead people or are navigating a multi-generational workplace this conversation will challenge how you think.🎧 New episode out now.#Leadership #GenZ #FutureOfWork #WorkplaceCulture #Management #EmergingTalent#OrganisationalChange #ShapingTomorrowsWorkplace

Emerging talent don’t just need opportunities.They need guidance, perspective and someone who believes in their potential.In today’s episode of Major in Adulting, I speak with Siti Hawa Evans, tech leader at Microsoft, about how mentoring and coaching shape confidence, capability and career direction.We explore:• Why career paths are rarely linear• The real power of networking• How reverse mentoring strengthens leadership• What helps students transition into the workplace with confidenceOne insight that stayed with me:“Success for them is success for me.”If you lead, mentor or support emerging professionals, this conversation is worth listening to.

This podcast episode explores the journey of transitioning from university to the professional world, focusing on the significance of grad programs. Tong shares his experiences, challenges, and insights, shedding light on the value of casual work, persistence, and the reality of grad programs. Tong shares insights into the structure and benefits of a graduate program, the transition from full-time student to full-time employment, and the importance of building a diverse portfolio of experiences. He emphasizes the value of curiosity, networking, and the shift from individual achievement to trust and influence in the professional world.TakeawaysGrad programs serve as an accelerator but are not a prerequisite for a successful career launch.Casual work during university provides valuable skills and experiences that are relevant to the professional world. Graduate programs offer a structured rotation through different business units, providing a broad perspective of the organization.Transitioning from full-time student to full-time employment requires a shift from individual achievement to trust and influence in the professional world.Chapters00:00 Persistence and Success in Grad Programs23:09 Structure and Benefits of a Graduate Program29:04 Transition from Full-Time Student to Full-Time Employment36:55 Building a Diverse Portfolio of Experiences

The conversation explores Louis's transition from university to work, his job application and assessment process, preparation for psychometric testing, his education and career journey, interest in nuclear engineering, the ADF application process, defense interview and assessment, and the importance of purpose and intrinsic motivation in career choices. Louis shares his journey of discovering his purpose, preparing for the defense interview, navigating the Officer Selection Board (OSB), and obtaining security clearance and an offer for his desired role in the Navy. His story reflects the importance of curiosity, courage, and commitment in shaping a meaningful career.TakeawaysTransitioning from university to work involves a rigorous job application and assessment process.Preparation for psychometric testing is essential for success in job applications. Purpose-driven career explorationPreparation for rigorous selection processesChapters00:00 Transition from Uni to Work08:08 Interest in Nuclear Engineering15:35 Purpose and Intrinsic Motivation23:11 Preparing for the Defense Interview32:39 The Officer Selection Board (OSB)57:46 Security Clearance and Offer

The podcast episode features a conversation about the transition from university to working life, focusing on the guest's experience in civil engineering and the process of applying for grad programs. The discussion covers university experiences, career choices, course focus, preparation for the professional career, job search, resume tailoring, and interview experiences. The conversation covers the preparation for an interview, the importance of company culture and values, the experience of the first weeks on the job, and insights and advice for those entering the workforce. Maclyn shares her journey from interview preparation to starting her first professional role, highlighting the significance of company culture and the learning experience in the workplace.TakeawaysTransition from university to work lifeChoosing a career path Preparation for an interviewImportance of company cultureChapters00:00 Introduction to Major in Adulting Podcast07:11 University Course Focus and Duration14:11 Applying for Grad Programs and Job Search23:51 Interview Experience32:00 Company Culture and Values37:13 First Weeks on the Job45:59 Insights and Advice

The conversation covers the preparation for grad programs, crafting a strong resume, employer expectations, and interview preparation. It emphasizes the importance of understanding one's value, avoiding common CV mistakes, showcasing skills and achievements, employer focus on potential, clear motivation, and the impact of genuine communication. Additionally, it highlights the significance of strong communication, preparation, presence, mindset, and a two-way conversation during interviews. The conversation covers mastering the interview process, including preparation for standard questions, reframing the interview as a two-way conversation, dynamics of one-on-one and group interviews, advice for video interviews and psychometric testing, dressing for interviews, and reflecting on past experiences.TakeawaysUnderstanding the value you bring is crucial for preparing for grad programs.Crafting a strong resume involves avoiding common mistakes, showcasing skills and achievements, and understanding the role of AI in resume writing.Employers focus on potential, clear motivation, and genuine communication when evaluating graduates.Interview preparation requires strong communication, preparation, presence, and a two-way conversation mindset. Prepare for interviews as a two-way conversationBe genuine and authentic in interview preparation and deliveryChapters00:00 Preparing for Grad Programs11:57 Crafting a Strong Resume18:49 Employer Expectations and Graduates25:03 Interview Preparation31:36 Mastering the Interview Process41:08 Dressing for Interviews46:35 Reflecting on Past Experiences

The conversation explores the challenges of navigating adulting and work-life balance, as well as the need to accommodate generational differences in the workplace. Emmaline shares insights on managing stress, questioning work tasks, and the importance of understanding generational values and motivations. The conversation delves into the impact of workplace culture on individual performance, the role of trust and feedback in the workplace, observational learning and professional development, the importance of work-life balance and workplace values, and the need for empathetic communication to bridge generational divides.TakeawaysWork-life balanceGenerational differences Culture and workplace environment are crucial for individual performanceThe importance of empathetic communication and understanding different generational perspectivesChapters00:00 Navigating Adulting and Work-Life Balance08:09 Accommodating Generational Differences in the Workplace29:30 The Impact of Culture on Performance38:19 Observational Learning and Professional Development43:59 Work-Life Balance and Workplace Values

In this episode, Romaine interviews Tommy and Patrizia, exploring the intergenerational perspectives on work and life, highlighting the impact of upbringing and cultural background on career expectations. It delves into the expectations and choices in career paths, as well as early career experiences and realizations, providing valuable insights into the evolving nature of work and the individual's relationship with it. The conversation explores the impact of education on individuality, reflection, and hypersensitivity in Gen Z. It delves into the conflicting choices and paradigms faced by the younger generation, as well as the perception of time as an asset. The discussion also touches on the importance of mental health, purpose, and loyalty to corporate. TakeawaysGenerational differences in work and life perspectivesImpact of upbringing and cultural background on career expectations Individuality and ecosystemReflection on oneselfConflicting choices and paradigmsDiscomfort and mental healthPurpose and loyalty to corporateChapters00:00 Early Career Experiences and Realizations37:13 Education and Individuality42:51 Freedom and Options48:00 Envy and Discomfort58:00 Hope for the Next Generation

On this episode, Romaine sits down with Ben John, a Gen Z teacher and a music artist. They talk about the impact of AI on Gen Z, purposeful career choices and encouraging students to take hold of their own learning, the impact of social media and AI on critical thinking and emotional wellbeing, freedom and anxiety in young adults, embracing uncertainty and Gen Z's search for purpose and connection.TakeawaysData-driven Gen ZPurposeful career choices Shared voice in the classroomImpact of social media on critical thinkingFreedom and anxiety in younger generationsEmbracing uncertainty and living in the presentUnderstanding Gen Z's need for connection and authenticityChapters00:00 Introduction to Adulting and Gen Z07:57 Finding Purpose and Joy in Work and Life17:25 Impact of Education on Individuality and Purpose26:09 Challenges and Benefits of Individualized Learning46:43 Understanding Gen Z's Need for Connection and Authenticity

Major in Adulting is a podcast that explores the space between study and real life, focusing on the challenges faced by Gen Z as they transition into adulthood. The podcast aims to bridge the gap between generations by fostering understanding and open dialogue. It emphasizes the importance of listening and engaging with different perspectives to navigate the complexities of work and life in today's world.TakeawaysUnderstanding Gen ZThe gap between generations

The conversation explores the changing work narratives and the need for inter-generational understanding. It delves into the evolving expectations of work, the reimagining of work and purpose, and the importance of understanding perspectives across different generations.TakeawaysChanging Work NarrativesInter-generational Understanding