Rethinking Motivation: Why Gen Z and Young Professionals Deserve More Credit

21/07/2025 14 min Temporada 1 Episodio 2
Rethinking Motivation: Why Gen Z and Young Professionals Deserve More Credit

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Are young professionals really unmotivated—or are we just missing what actually drives them?In this honest and eye-opening conversation, David, Phillip, and Lynn from the Foundations for Success team unpack one of the most common (and unfair) assumptions about Gen Z: that they don’t want to work.But what if the issue isn’t laziness…What if it’s a lack of purpose, connection, or discovery?We’ll dive into:✅ Why every generation has been called “lazy” (even since the 1800s!)✅ What true motivation looks like for Gen Z and young professionals✅ How purpose, passion, and even fear can drive action✅ Practical tips for HR leaders, managers, and young professionals themselves✅ Why discovering hidden skills can unlock lasting motivationWhether you're leading young talent or trying to find your own “why” in the workplace, this conversation is for you.📌 Resources Mentioned:🎓 Check out our "Beyond Day One" course - https://lnkd.in/gHQ8MRE4📖 Read our full article on motivation - https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/can-motivation-taught-lesson-disappointment-purpose-growth-mcintyre-j6byc/?trackingId=qrmtRHqPR8eVXXhPMQc6VQ%3D%3D🎁 Get our free guide: "5 Things Employers Say Gen Z is Missing" - https://lnkd.in/eA68y4N8What motivates you in your work? Share your thoughts below.Like, comment, and share this with a leader or young professional who needs to hear it.#GenZ #Motivation #WorkplaceCulture #SoftSkills #Leadership #BeyondDayOne #FoundationsForSuccess #YoungProfessionals #HR

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