Ryan Jenkins: Generational Speaker

Generational leadership expert and bestselling author Ryan Jenkins helps organizations boost connection, engagement, and performance by decoding generational differences and strengthening team belonging.

Quick Facts:

  • Highlights:
    • CSP® credentialed global keynote speaker and virtual trainer
    • Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Connectable
    • Leading expert on generational differences, team connection, and engagement
    • Book ranked #3 Top Leadership Book of 2022
  • Formats: Keynote speaker, generational strategist, virtual trainer, leadership advisor
  • Audiences: Leaders, HR teams, managers, workforce development groups, DEI practitioners, and organizations seeking stronger cross-generational communication and collaboration.
  • Outcomes:
    1. Clear understanding of generational differences and expectations
    2. Tools to improve communication, connection, and engagement across generations
    3. Strategies for building belonging and strengthening team cohesion
Reading time: 2 min
Reviews: (3 reviews)
Rated 5 out of 5
  • Travels from: Atlanta, GA
  • **Fee range: $20,001 - $35,000

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Keynote Topics:

How Leaders (at Any Level) Can Move Teams From Isolated to All In

Remote work, advancing technology, and an always-on work culture are fracturing our relationships resulting in deep disconnection. A colossal 72% of global workers feel isolated at least monthly; with 55% saying at least weekly.

Feelings of isolation and loneliness among employees are on the rise, and contribute to a real and growing mental health problem that affects both individuals and organizations. You’ll learn how addressing the issues―and finding practical, effective solutions―can transform an isolated workforce to one that’s happier, more engaged, and more productive in their efforts (whether in-person, remote, or hybrid).

Combining a decade of leadership consulting and original team connection research, Ryan Jenkins distills everything you need, showing you what’s causing today’s disconnection and how you can increase connection to boost belonging, engagement, retention, and performance with employees at every level (and whether their in-person or remote).

Attendees Gain:

  • An awareness of the new science and the significance of connection.
  • Strategies that are proven and actionable to cultivate stronger human connections and thrive at work.
  • Best-in-class research and examples of leaders and teams fostering better connections at work.
  • Ability to identify workers in need of connection and how to deliver it for them.
  • The 4-step LINK Framework™ to create connected, driven, and high-performing teams. 

Innovative Solutions for Working, Leading & Connecting In the Future

Connection is the most valuable workplace currency of the future. This session from Ryan Jenkins will teach you how to harness better human connection for improved well-being and collaboration across teams (whether in-person, remote, or hybrid). And spoiler alert…the fast-growing generation in the workforce over the next decade (Gen Z) is demanding more human elements at work.

By 2027, 75% of the global workforce will be Millennials and Generation Z. As next-generation employees, technology usher in a new age of work, the ways of working and leading in the past become liabilities. The new age of work requires a new age of working, leading, and connecting.

Attendees Gain:

  • Insights into trends shaping the future of work and why today is different than any other time in history.
  • Perspectives of how employee behaviors and expectations are evolving.
  • Strategies for leaders to remain relevant and increase influence in tomorrow’s. workplace.
  • Techniques for challenging prevailing models that limit success.
  • Frameworks for understanding and positioning for what’s next in the new world of work.
  • Best-in-class examples of organizations adapting to future workplace trends.
  • Confidence to work, lead, and connect in the future.
  • Ability to work, communicate, and lead across generations.

Strategies to Connect and Engage a Multi-Generational Workforce

52% of workers say they’re least likely to get along with someone from another generation. And 62% of Generation Z anticipate challenges working with Baby Boomers and Generation X.

The generational gap at work has never been more daunting. Turn a multigenerational workforce into a competitive advantage.

Ryan Jenkins brings market-leading insight to help your organization and leaders close the generational gap and improve communication, teamwork, innovation, and more.

A generationally diverse workforce is better equipped to respond to today’s high-flux and disruption-prone marketplace. Since Millennials and Generation Z became a majority of the labor force, generational differences have never been wider as each generation has a varying perspective of work, leadership, communication, success, and technology.

A multigenerational workforce can create stifling challenges or bottomline-boosting advantages. Ryan Jenkins will share his expert insights into how leaders and organizations can harness the advantages of a generationally diverse team.

Attendees Gain:

  • Insights into the generational gap and why it exists.
  • Insights into each generation’s values, behaviors, and expectations.
  • Perspectives of each generation’s varying views of work, leadership, communication, and technology.
  • Strategies that are proven and actionable to close the generational gap at work.
  • Techniques for optimizing a multigenerational workforce.
  • Best-in-class examples of organizations successfully closing the generational gap.

Talent Short Bio

Ryan Jenkins, CSP® (Certified Speaking Professional)™, is a globally recognized keynote speaker, virtual trainer, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author who specializes in generational dynamics, team connection, and the evolving needs of today’s workforce. For more than a decade, Ryan has equipped leaders and organizations with evidence-based insights that help them better understand and engage a multigenerational workforce—ultimately increasing collaboration, retention, and performance.

His bestselling book, Connectable: How Leaders Can Move Teams From Isolated to All In (McGraw-Hill, 2022), named the #3 Top Leadership Book of the Year, provides actionable frameworks for reducing workplace isolation and creating cultures where employees feel seen, supported, and connected. Ryan’s work reflects his mission to help leaders address the human side of work by cultivating belonging and strengthening interpersonal dynamics across all generations.

Ryan’s compelling keynotes and virtual trainings draw from extensive research in behavioral science, workplace trends, and organizational psychology.

Ryan Jenkins, CSP® (Certified Speaking Professional)™, is a globally recognized keynote speaker, virtual trainer, and a distinguished Wall Street Journal bestselling author. Renowned for his expertise in leadership, generational differences, team connection, and the future of work, Ryan delivers compelling talks that inspire audiences worldwide to navigate the complexities of the modern workplace with confidence and foresight.

With a career marked by accolades and profound impact, Ryan’s insights have become indispensable to organizations seeking to thrive in an ever-evolving business landscape. His latest book, “Connectable: How Leaders Can Move Teams From Isolated to All In” (McGraw-Hill 2022), stands as a testament to his commitment to fostering cohesive and high-performing teams. Recognized as the #3 Top Leadership Book of 2022 by thousands of readers, “Connectable” offers actionable strategies for leaders to cultivate a culture of connection and collaboration within their organizations.

Ryan’s ability to captivate audiences and deliver actionable insights has garnered acclaim from industry leaders and organizations across various sectors. His roster of satisfied clients includes Fortune 500 companies such as State Farm, Salesforce, Wells Fargo, FedEx, Liberty Mutual, and John Deere, among hundreds of others. Through his engaging presentations and virtual training sessions, Ryan empowers teams to embrace change, leverage diversity, and drive innovation, ultimately positioning them for sustained success in today’s competitive marketplace.

A seasoned speaker with a profound understanding of human behavior and organizational dynamics, Ryan Jenkins combines research-based methodologies with real-world examples to deliver impactful talks that resonate with diverse audiences. Whether addressing executives, managers, or frontline employees, Ryan’s dynamic speaking style and relatable anecdotes ensure that his message resonates with every attendee, leaving a lasting impression that sparks meaningful action and drives tangible results.

In summary, Ryan Jenkins, CSP® (Certified Speaking Professional)™, is a highly sought-after keynote speaker and virtual trainer known for his expertise in leadership, team connection, and the future of work. 

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**Overview of User Reviews:**

The virtual training on loneliness has received overwhelmingly positive feedback from users. Many praised the program for its pragmatic and impactful approach, highlighting its relevance to real-world challenges. Participants, including executives from notable companies, commended Ryan's presentation skills, describing him as a "rock star" who captivated the audience and effectively engaged employees.

**Strengths:**
– Practical and meaningful content
– Highly engaging and charismatic presenter
– Strong recommendation from executives across various industries

**Weaknesses:**
– No specific weaknesses were mentioned in the reviews.

Overall, the training is highly recommended for organizations looking to address the issue of loneliness in the workplace.

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