Jonah Stillman: Gen Z Expert

    • Highlights:
      • "The Generations In A New World" is an uplifting conversation around what has changed and what has not for each generation.
      • A combination of primary data, case studies, and first hand stories explain the traits that each generation can bring to the table as we repair our world.
      • In addition, areas of concern with each generation are discussed so that we can all be more aware of how to help each other.
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    • Travels from: Excelsior, MN
    • **Fee range: $10,001 - $20,000

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    With the recent Coronavirus pandemic, businesses, families, and communities at large have been changed forever. No longer is the goal to return to life as we knew it, but instead to navigate the best path forward.

    “The Generations In A New World” is an uplifting conversation around what has changed and what has not for each generation. A combination of primary data, case studies, and first hand stories explain the traits that each generation can bring to the table as we repair our world. In addition, areas of concern with each generation are discussed so that we can all be more aware of how to help each other.

    Jonah Stillman global study of the generations in this new world reveals that each generation has been changed in unique and different ways. Results include:

    • Baby boomers rage against age.
    • Gen Xers becoming the sandwiched generation.
    • Millennials new outlook on loyalty.
    • Gen Z’s struggle to gain social capital.

    David and Jonah speak together or separately.

    Believe it or not…there’s life after the Millennial generation. A new generation is starting to hit our workforce, yet no one has been talking about it. Until now.

    Are you ready for GenZ? Don’t be surprised when you find they are nothing like the Millennials and the time to get to know them is today. The leading edge of GenZ has entered their 20s. While they might just be your intern for now, you need to know that they are your future workforce and marketplace.

    Best selling author and generations expert David and Jonah Stillman offers insights into the next generation – and even better, he’s bringing one along! The first GenZ speaker to hit the circuit.

    That’s right, the first GenX and GenZ (father-son) speaking combo can help you get ahead of the curve. No more speculating about the latest generation, here’s your chance to get the straight scoop from two experts, and have fun doing it!

    Based on the results of a national Gen Z research study, GenZ@Work, audiences will get fresh insights on what makes this newest generation tick. Who are they? What are their expectations around careers and the workplace? How have changes in parenting styles shaped them in new ways? What’s it going to take to get this generation in the door, on board, and up to speed?

    You Will Learn:

    • Who are the primary generations in the workplace and marketplace today?
    • What makes Generation Z unique?
    • How has the influence of parents shaped this dynamic generation?
    • What’s it going to take to recruit, retain and manage them?

    Jonah Stillman graduated from high school in 2017 and is pursuing a life as an entrepreneur. Growing up, for 10-years Jonah competed on the national US circuit in snowboarding.

    He was ranked in the top 5 in the US before hanging up his helmet to pursue working with his Dad in the generational field. Jonah and a team of peers conducted one of the first national surveys about Gen Z’s workplace attitudes.

    The eye-opening results ignited Jonah’s interest in keeping the dialogue going.

    Together, David and Jonah wrote Gen Z @ Work published by HarperCollins. It describes the seven key traits of Gen Z.

    Jonah has already shared his insights on Gen Z with NY Times, CNBC, MSNBC, CBS, Fast Company, TIME, INC, and Forbes. Success Magazine voted David and Jonah Stillman in the top 25 most influential speakers and authors for 2018.

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    Jonah Stillman | Gen Z Expert

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