In this powerful conversation, Alastair speaks to Alex Staniforth, record-breaking ultra-endurance athlete, speaker, and founder of mental health charity Mind Over Mountains. Now 30, Alex reflects on being on the generational cusp between Millennials and Gen Z, and how adversity shaped his early life, from epilepsy and bullying to stammering and school struggles. He opens up about finding solace in the outdoors, raising over £36,000 through his epic mountain challenges, and why being underestimated for his age became a hidden strength.  Alex shares why he believes younger generations are often unfairly labelled as entitled or fragile, and what older generations can do to support them more effectively.

Alex Staniforth Takeaways:
 Adversity doesn’t define you—your response to it does.
 Gen Z and Millennials are purpose-driven but often misjudged.
 Generational bias in the workplace can be subtle—but it’s real.
 Intergenerational collaboration thrives on honesty, humility, and shared goals.
 Empathy, resilience, and authenticity matter more than age.

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