Recruiting is No Joke

Episode 73: Navigating Gen Z in the Workforce with Danielle Farage


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Like it or not, Gen Z is taking over: From politics to the workforce, how do we bridge the gap between decades of experience and fresh new energy? What happens when seasoned professionals in their 70s find themselves working alongside ambitious 20-year-olds who are reshaping the work landscape? With Gen Z bringing their tech-savvy skills and fresh perspectives into the mix, it’s inevitable that some challenges will arise.

Today on "Recruiting is No Joke," we're thrilled to welcome Danielle Faraj, a leading LinkedIn voice and Gen Z workplace expert.

In this episode, we delve into the generational divide in the workforce, focusing on the unique challenges faced by Gen Z employees as they enter the job market. Danielle explores how these challenges are often misunderstood and discusses strategies for fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

We address common stereotypes about Gen Z, such as the notion of entitlement, and how these perceptions echo criticisms faced by millennials in the past. Danielle highlights how platforms like TikTok and Instagram have empowered Gen Z to voice their experiences and hold companies accountable.

Join us as we examine evolving workplace expectations, communication barriers, and shifts in professional etiquette. Danielle shares insights on bridging generational gaps, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, clear communication, and adaptability for creating a positive work environment.

In this episode:

  • (00:55) Introduction to today’s topic
  • (02:24) Introduction to Danielle Faraj
  • (03:01) Danielle's background
  • (05:11) Toxic work experience example
  • (06:49) Decision to leave a job
  • (07:16) Positive work experience at Wade and Wendy
  • (09:26) Realization about Gen Z's role
  • (10:40) Influential figures in Gen Z discussion
  • (11:39) Critique of Simon Sinek
  • (12:46) Comparison of generational experiences
  • (15:11) Discussion on Gen Z job retention
  • (17:58) Contextualizing job market changes
  • (20:04) The corporate ladder and transition
  • (21:25) Corporate loyalty and layoffs
  • (21:36) Cohesiveness in work environments
  • (22:25) Generational work expectations
  • (23:22) Productivity and remote work
  • (25:36) Generational judgments
  • (26:57) Remote work vs. office work
  • (28:35) Gen Z's work preferences
  • (30:03) Trust issues with leadership
  • (32:00) Corporate trust erosion
  • (34:46) Generational poll results
  • (37:35) Gen Z's flexibility in time management
  • (39:28) Workplace timing expectations
  • (40:25) Toxic work environment experiences
  • (41:20) Communication of workplace expectations
  • (42:12) Gen Z etiquette training
  • (42:52) Critical skills for Gen Z
  • (44:08) Recruitment and cultural fit
  • (46:01) Accountability in leadership
  • (46:30) Social media and employee voice
  • (48:14) Gen Z's motivation and awareness
  • (50:08) Empathy in understanding generations
  • (50:48) Danielle's upcoming projects
  • (52:06) Podcast closing remarks


  • About Joel Lalgee 

    Joel Lalgee is an internationally known recruitment leader and coach who has helped thousands of recruiters build their brands online. In 2015, Joel started recruiting for a small start-up agency in Milwaukee. He quickly found his passion for recruitment. In 2019, he discovered content marketing, publishing his first posts on Linkedin. Since then, he has grown to over 400k followers, and his content has been seen over 1 billion times. In 2023, he started a business specializing in coaching recruiters, marketing consulting, and influencer partnerships.


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      • About Our Guest

        Danielle Faraj is a leading voice on LinkedIn and a prominent consultant on Gen Z workforce dynamics. With a rich background in HR and extensive experience teaching workshops for Microsoft and Northwestern, she has garnered over 20 million impressions on social media and built an engaged audience of 23,000 C-suite executives. As a digital nomad, Danielle combines her global perspective with practical insights to help companies navigate generational shifts. She is also the co-host of the Purple Acorn podcast, known for her engaging approach and deep understanding of Gen Z in the workplace.

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