What if the key to future-proofing your career is thinking more like Gen Z? In this forward-looking episode of From X to Z, Danielle Farage and Mervyn Dinnen explore how the youngest generation in the workforce is quietly reshaping the career landscape. Backed by a new report showing lower termination rates and increased employer investment in Gen Z talent, the conversation dives into what’s driving this shift—and what it means for the future of work.

Danielle and Mervyn break down Gen Z’s values—continuous learning, flexibility, and purpose—and how they contrast with the linear career paths of previous generations. They highlight the power of adaptability and curiosity in a rapidly changing economy and even spotlight the unexpected comeback of accounting as one of the most in-demand professions. Whether you're launching your career or leading the next generation, this episode offers smart, practical insights for staying relevant and resilient in the modern job market.

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Is the push to return to the office solving problems—or creating new ones? In this episode of From X to Z, Danielle Farage and Mervyn Dinnen dig into the hot-button debate around Return to Office (RTO) mandates and why they’re landing differently across generations. As companies double down on in-person policies, younger workers—especially Gen Z—are questioning whether proximity actually equals productivity.

With insights from recent research and firsthand generational perspectives, Danielle and Mervyn unpack the myths around Gen Z’s work preferences, the real reasons behind the RTO movement, and what today’s talent actually wants: flexibility, purpose, and meaningful in-person moments—not just butts in seats. This conversation offers a nuanced look at how to bridge generational divides and reimagine workplace structures to meet the evolving expectations of a modern workforce.

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Why doesn’t Gen Z want to be your boss? A new study shows that climbing the corporate ladder into middle management isn’t on their vision board—and it’s forcing companies to rethink how they define leadership. This episode explores the generational shift in workplace expectations, where autonomy, purpose, and personal growth often outweigh job titles and traditional success metrics.

From reimagining the role of managers in hybrid work environments to questioning whether organizations are truly equipping leaders with the emotional intelligence needed today, this conversation dives deep into what it really takes to engage and retain Gen Z talent. If you’re managing young professionals—or hoping to—this episode will challenge your assumptions and offer fresh insights into the future of leadership.

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