I Wanna Work There!

Ep. 31: Prepping for Gen Z


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Is the higher ed workplace ready for Generation Z? While the mention of Gen Z (like with any generation in its youth) may draw out audible groans from Baby Boomers, Generation Xers and Millennials, there exists a big opportunity. Janet Reeves-Wilson sees that opportunity and embraces it. As Gen Z begins their career journeys, there is much that they can obviously learn. But, what can we learn from them?

Here are your takeaways for this episode:

  1. We will learn about Generation Z’s workplace characteristics.
  2. Janet will give her thoughts about what is important to Gen Z.
  3. You will hear ideas about how institutional leaders can continue their preparations to lead Gen Z in the higher ed workplace.

Guest Name: Janet Reeves-Wilson/Executive, Career and Student Success Coach/Divine Metamorphosis 

Guest Social: linkedin.com/in/janetreeveswilson

Guest Bio: Janet Reeves-Wilson is a professionally trained coach who works with executives, managers, and their direct reports to develop their leadership skills, career goals, and self-development goals. She is also a student success coach and behavioral strategist. She supports students with transitioning from the classroom to the boardroom, increasing their confidence and resilience, and developing masterful communication and other soft skills. With a background in healthcare and 30 years of teaching experience in histology, Janet began coaching in 2014. She was moved by their ability to ask questions that led to profound realizations. 
Janet holds bachelor’s degrees in biology and allied health and a master’s degree in psychology. She is also an adjunct professor at Roosevelt University where continues to teach histology.


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