6 Things I’ve Learned from a Year Without Facebook and Instagram
As I continue my year of refinement, I want to take some time to reflect on my biggest refinement to date: deleting my Facebook and
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As I continue my year of refinement, I want to take some time to reflect on my biggest refinement to date: deleting my Facebook and
Every month, I have a call with my fabulous content marketing team at Rep Cap to talk about my upcoming month’s newsletter. On our latest
I once referred to myself as a “control freak” in front of a friend. “Don’t be so hard on yourself,” she said. , “You’re not
Several years ago, I spoke at a conference for an advertising agency. I happened to be the only female speaker that day. At the end
By now, the pandemic has shaken most of our core assumptions about work. When and where we work have been hotly debated for the past
Facebook lost roughly 1 million daily active users in the last few months of 2021. I’m one of them. As part of my declared “year
Last month, I presented an all-day, in-person multigenerational management session. The training went well, BUT… I wore a pair of adorable almond-toe, skinny-heeled black suede
I recently joined the JA Worldwide Global Council and, as part of the group, attended my very first in-person meeting since COVID swept the globe.
I’m calling it now: Mental health in the workplace is going to be the HR headline for 2022. I’m hearing from employees and leaders at
We’re currently in what I’ve been referring to as the “messy middle” of the pandemic return-to-office experience. Many people planned to return in September, but
After one year, four months and 19 days of pandemic-induced virtual presenting, I finally had the opportunity to speak in front of a live audience
When Covid-19 first emerged, I started to think about all the people thrown unexpectedly into career transition because of the pandemic, lockdowns and economic fallout.
As we sort through the lessons of 2020, a clear picture emerges of companies that thrived and those that floundered. Some industries and organizations succeeded
In my book, The Remix, I offer seven “rules for remixers.” Rule #6 feels particularly relevant right now: Don’t change what works.
Networking is natural for some, and tough for others. Networking remotely is an entirely new phenomenon. Here are some tips for remote networking.
Workplace trends that were already taking place have only accelerated due to the coronavirus. My new book, Recalculating, is a guide to help you navigate the changing world of work.
Recently, I’ve given advice to college graduates looking for jobs in one of the most stressful and unprecedented economies in history. That’s not an exaggeration.
In this post, I respond to a concern I’ve heard from many college graduates entering the job market during the coronavirus pandemic. College graduates tell
When it comes to working from home, I’ve noticed that the number one enemy of productivity is social media. I hear this from college interns.
I recently had the opportunity to join an MSNBC Q&A panel, where members of the college Class of 2020 shared their fears and uncertainties about
Stress and uncertainty can bring out the ugly sides of some people. Faced with fight or flight, some of our colleagues, unfortunately, choose to fight,
Managers like you are used to hosting team meetings. You’ve probably led hundreds of weekly staff meetings. You might have given presentations to your company’s
Coronavirus has forced millions of families to attempt homeschooling for the first time ever. My family is no exception. It sure has been a transition
As a college senior, your summer job outlook has likely turned on its head because of coronavirus. In January, you were looking forward to finishing
With much of the United States workforce sheltering in place, many work projects have been put on hold for the foreseeable future. In response, some
Welcome to the Monthly Work Remix, where I answer career and workplace questions submitted by professionals like you. Every month, I’ll adapt episodes of my
Because of the coronavirus pandemic and many states’ mandates to shelter in place, millions of managers across industries are managing remote teams for the first
It is an understatement to say that we are living in frightening and uncertain times. As the economy plunges, millions of people have already lost
In last week’s article, I wrote about how automation will come into its own in 2020. We will learn more about the ways automation could
How many 2020 top trend prediction posts have you read already? Four? Eight? A dozen? I know… ‘tis the season for speculation. I do hope
“Young People Are Going To Save Us All From Office Life,” cheered the headline of a recent New York Times article that caught my eye.
Are you a remote worker who conducts business from home or a co-working space? This post is for you. Over the past fifty years, the
Here is a quotation that I share in my training programs on generational diversity: “I see no hope for the future of our people if
I’m often asked why there is so much attention right now to generational differences. Haven’t people of different generations always worked together? The answer is
My speaking engagements frequently take me to college campuses, where I have the opportunity to connect with professors and administrators about the hot topics on
If you want to know how Gen X feels, look no further than a recent news segment. As CBSNLive reported on generations, their chart looked…well,
So, while decoding the Millennial mindset is still an important part of the work I do as a multigenerational workplace speaker and consultant, much of
What is the secret to better managing today’s Millennial attorneys (the generation defined by the Pew Research Center as those born between approximately 1981 to
There’s no question that the multigenerational workplace encompasses a host of styles—from Gen Xers like me who love email, to Gen Z which is just as
New Mentoring Trends When the concept of reverse mentoring burst on the scene in the multigenerational workplace, it was all about having cool 20-somethings teach
How Will You Retain Employees? You’re probably already aware that millennials are currently the largest generation in the U.S. workforce. But while many companies have
Location, location, location? It turns out the old real estate saying about the three most valuable qualities of a property may not be true for
I am delighted to share the news that my next book, THE REMIX: Generational Change and the Surprisingly Bright Future of Work, will be published
One of the best ways to find career and leadership inspiration is to read: blogs, websites, newsletters…and of course, books. (In fact, soon I will
Note: This post What is a Millennial? Everything You’ve Always Wanted to Know But Were Afraid to Ask from October 20, 2015, has been updated
Over the years I have discovered a daily practice that acts like nothing short of a superpower for your career. It makes employees invaluable
There’s a seismic shift underway in the workplace, and if this “future of work” trend hasn’t affected you yet, it will. It’s the current fluctuation
There is a lot of buzz right now about millennials’ desire for “purpose” in their work. The truth, however, is that a desire for meaning
Football has been in the news for a lot of important reasons lately, but today I’d like to talk about a change in football and
If I had to vote for the most unfair cliché to describe the supposed problem other generations have with millennials, I’d say it’s the concept
Note to readers: This is the sixth post in my new series based on questions I frequently hear about managing millennials — those ongoing management
Modular furniture? Bike rooms? Relaxation spaces? I’m often asked what millennials most want in a work environment, because there is so much conflicting information. New
Grit. This word has recently jumped into our business vernacular, sparked in large part by the revealing book, Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance,
Wow. People feel strongly about helicopter parents in the workplace. It seems my July 26 post on helicopter parents in the workplace definitely resonated.
If there’s one multi-generational work topic that never goes out of style, it is surely the question of appropriate work dress codes. And, summer…I’m
The concept of helicopter parents buzzing around the workplace, just like they hovered and swooped on the elementary school soccer field, sounds like a joke.
While millennials in the workplace have dominated our thinking about generations for years, we are learning more every day about their successors: Generation Z. Now
We’ve all heard so many myths about millennials. And, of course, they’re mostly super negative. If you’re a regular reader of my blog (thank you!),
It’s hard enough to attract and retain millennials to sexy tech companies, high-paying banking firms and other “hot” sectors. But what if you’re in a
Note to readers: This is the fifth post in my — those ongoing management challenges that can really make or break workplace relationships. Each month
Strong GPA. Check. Impressive internship. Check. The right technical certifications. Check. Seems like you’ve found the perfect candidate. But before you make
When we talk about generational differences, it’s easy to fall into overly generalized stereotypes: Baby Boomers are responsible. (Funny, they used to be called the
While much has been made of millennials’ tendency to job hop, there’s another career trajectory they’re embracing: The Break. In fact, one survey found that
Are you struggling to find the formula to attract and retain millennials? If so, you’re not alone. Managers in every industry wonder how to nab
Last week I wrote about apprenticeship, the ancient business strategy that I recommend every modern manager use. But, ahem, not all managers read my blog
International Women’s Da is coming up, and with it come important calls for gender equality in the workplace. Among the many excellent articles surrounding this
Have you ever thought about how you learned to do your job? While there are new challenges every day, of course, there is also so
When you think about using tech tools in recruiting, what comes to mind? Easing the flood of resumes through an applicant tracking system or scouring
I’ve shared before that I think it’s time to stop shaming millennials. One of the reasons: They’re no longer all young 20-somethings just starting their
Let the deluge of “year-end lists” begin. I don’t know about you, but sometimes the events they mention seem so long ago that I have
I recently had the thrill of presenting at TEDx St. Louis Women. (Watch my full TEDx talk below.) This event, held at the gorgeous Peabody
Are you watching the new CBS show “The Great Indoors?” Get your Millennial Cliché Bingo card ready because the sitcom is chock full of them!
‘Tis the season for holiday gatherings, including the company holiday party. It’s likely your employer will have some sort of celebration: More than 90 percent
It’s nothing new to give thanks for our loved ones on Thanksgiving. But as we think of our family and friends, it’s also a good
“I have no place to put my new award! I’m running out of wall space in my office!” “So don’t love my new haircut, but
Have you heard the term “bleisure?” Combine the ongoing conversation about work/life blend with our need to replace the term Brangelina and this is the
Feel like you’re sending even more email these days? You’re not just imagining it: Recent research from Adobe found that people report spending 17% more
Are you beyond tired talking of about you-know-what? I am. The epic presidential election of 2016 may even be causing your blood pressure to rise:
Truth: Social media at work is an integral part of many of your employees’ days. According to a Pew research report, employees are using social
No longer just for hipster start-ups, even prominent companies – think IBM, American Express and 3M — now abound with virtual workers. In fact, nearly
What is your company’s mission? If you said it was to sell widgets or provide advice, you’re not going to be in the best position
“Work isn’t supposed to be fun. It’s called ‘work’ for a reason!” Sound familiar? I’ve certainly heard comments like this from curmudgeonly colleagues over the
“A lack of transparency results in distrust and a deep sense of insecurity.” If you thought this quote came from a millennial start-up founder, you’d
Just when we start to figure out millennials, everyone starts looking ahead. Don’t get me wrong: I still spend the majority of my time helping
When was the last time you booked a vacation, made a restaurant reservation or bought a new appliance (or even a pair of shoes) without
Are you one of the lucky people who loves your boss? Maybe she’s everything you aspire to be one day. Hanging with the team for happy
How can you take 75 million people and say they have anything in common? In other words, how can you take one “generation,” with each
I’ve always been a huge fan of mentors. My own mentors have helped me shape my career. They’ve smoothed my path and taught me countless
Pot, meet kettle. A new survey out from Bank of America found that less than 20 percent of adults think they are on their mobile
There is a persistent belief that millennials are entrepreneurs. Maybe that’s because millennials are open about their desire to job hop. Maybe it’s because Gen
Do lawn care companies and law firms face the same talent challenges? On the surface, it might not seem like it. But I’ve learned that
Work-life balance (a.k.a. work-life integration, work-life fit, work-life blend) has been a hot workplace topic for, oh, the past three decades or so. But in
When even the bankers and accountants are dressing down, you know that casual dress is here to stay as a workplace norm. JP Morgan and
Do you have a bucket list? I just crossed a big one off mine – delivering a TEDx talk! My client, Estée Lauder, presented the
You’ve heard me talk a lot about how experience is everything to millennials, and in today’s environment unique experiences are the ultimate currency. In fact, three-quarters of
We’ve all heard and read the millennial-bashing. Millennial employees want free food; they want unlimited vacation; they want to run the company two days after
We’re all in this together. If you’re a millennial, you’re probably humming along with Zac, Vanessa and the rest of the cast of High School
“But we were on a break!” (“Friends” references cross the generational divide, right?) Ross may have been talking about a relationship break, but I want
In today’s “pictures or it didn’t happen” world, millennials are all about experiences. In fact, three-quarters of young people would choose to spend their money
The proverbial retirement-after-40-years-with-a-gold-watch-and-pension are as passé as, well, a gold watch — or any watch, really, that doesn’t track your vitals and read your texts.
Do professional associations and networking events sound as old school as a VCR? Believe it or not, some are thriving – and there’s a reason.
As workplaces adjust to (and increasingly embrace) millennials’ needs and priorities, many forward thinkers are already wondering what’s next. At speaking engagements, I’m frequently asked
For a long time, the conversation about attracting and retaining millennial employees focused on perks. Over the past few years, companies have realized that creating
The definition of “career” is in major transition. Forget staying with a company until your golden anniversary; many millennials don’t stay with a company long
Dread year-end performance reviews? You’re in good company. It turns out, they’re not particularly effective anyway, especially according to millennials. A study from human resources
We talk a lot about how managers can work with millennials — but what about when a millennial is your boss? It’s a situation that
The race goes to the swift, and in today’s competitive environment, every company is wrestling with hiring talent. Savvy managers know they can’t delay when
If there’s one workplace must-have for millennials, it’s flexibility. In fact, they put a premium on work-life balance (or their preferred term, work-life integration) above almost
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The world changes fast, and people often ask how I stay on top of millennial workplace trends. The short answer is I that read and
According to a report by Deloitte and The Manufacturing Institute, two million manufacturing positions are likely to go unfilled in the next decade due to
For millennials, it’s unthinkable not to be connected at all times. And they want to be connected through the best devices available. (This desire is
The new school year brings a new college recruiting season. Company recruiters are heading to college campuses around the country to meet potential employees and
This is an excerpt of an article that originally appeared on Inc. on April 1, 2015. As individuals, we benefit from having a professional network
In our busy world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and time-strapped. Many of us struggle to find time for what’s most important to us. As
Millennials are looking for flexibility in the workplace — they’re comfortable checking work email from home, but they also want to be able to check
I recently led two corporate training sessions for millennial professionals struggling to engage with their Gen X and baby boomer colleagues. While we discussed several
Thank you to everyone who commented and shared my previous post about recommended items for staying productive on the road. For my next piece of
In one word: Yes! And ready or not, they are taking on leadership roles in companies and organizations across the country. If you’re worried your
Flexible working arrangements are important to Millennials, and as more of them have moved into the workforce, the demand for flexible work has increased. But
As the new productivity expert for the Hyatt Place Seamless Travel Series, I’ll be sharing my personal advice about maximizing your efficiency on the road
As I wrote last month, the third step to becoming the boss is to last as a leader, continuing to grow and thrive throughout your
You probably just think of yourself as you, not part of a massive demographic group. But seeing yourself as a member of a generation is
Big news! My new book, Becoming the Boss, debuted this week at No. 11 on the New York Times Best Sellers List! Thank you to
Having Millennials on your team can bring new perspectives and energy. Their approaches to work and the workplace are different than those of their older
The Millennial generation is already years into making its mark on the corporate world. Members of this youngest generation of employees are showing off their
The face of the future American workforce is changing — quite literally. According to the Pew Research Center, 43 percent of Millennial adults (also known
has released its annual Global Leadership Forecast, and the report finds that organizations with higher percentages of women and Millennials in leadership roles perform better.
Aaron Hurst is a globally recognized entrepreneur and CEO of Imperative, a career development platform that helps professionals discover, connect and act on their purpose in
Lauren Stiller Rikleen is a nationally recognized expert on developing a thriving, diverse and multi-generational workforce. As president of the Rikleen Institute for Strategic Leadership,
Farnoosh Torabi is a personal finance expert, author, TV personality, and sought-after speaker whose mission is to help people take control of their finances so
U.K.-based eco-friendly building company Pod-Space uses building-design and technology skills to create stylish eco pods for use as offices and other additional space. Earlier this
The infamous traits of the Millennial generation have been studied, discussed and debated far and wide: they’re always connected, they’re ambitious, they’re approval oriented and
In my “Now Trending” series, I curate five recently published articles that capture the future of work or embrace the Millennial mindset. Share your favorite
The infamous traits of the Millennial generation have been studied, discussed and debated far and wide: they’re always connected, they’re ambitious, they’re approval-oriented and more.
The infamous traits of the Millennial generation have been studied, discussed and debated far and wide: they’re always connected, they’re ambitious, they’re approval-oriented and more.
Throughout this fall, I am writing my next book, which will be published by HarperCollins in late 2014. The topic is Millennials in leadership. In
Note: I am a spokesperson for The Hartford’s My Tomorrow Campaign. The New York Times Magazine recent article, “The Opt-Out Generation Wants Back In,” followed
The infamous traits of the Millennial generation have been studied, discussed and debated far and wide: they’re always connected, they’re ambitious, they’re approval-oriented and more.
We have entered an exciting time in the evolution of the workplace. With the Millennial generation (those born approximately 1982-1995, a.k.a. Generation Y) entering the workforce
Happy New Year! I love new beginnings, and January 1st is the newest and freshest start of them all. If you’re a job seeker, now
I’m a huge fan of YPulse, especially their daily newsletter that keeps me up to date on all things Millennial. I was honored to have
I recently spoke with Mona Adbel-Hailm, the co-inventor of Resunate.com, to learn more about her company’s new approach to resume creation. In a nutshell, Resunate
A few months ago I received a surprising email from R. William (Bill) Holland. Bill reached out to tell me about his upcoming book, Cracking
In honor of back to school season, I wanted to share an observation I’ve made over the past ten years of advising Generation Y on
When I run training programs for companies on how to better manage their Generation Y talent, there is a certain complaint I hear over and
Over the years I’ve written multiple posts about the importance of cleaning up your online image and, specifically, your Facebook profile. When I first wrote
I’ve become increasingly distressed over the years by the number of students and recent grads who complain to me that their jobs or internships contain
As another cohort of young professionals enters the workforce this graduation season, I’ve been pleased to see some more positive articles about Generation Y appearing
In today’s changing economy and challenging job market, it can be difficult for a young professional to make choices about what type of career you’d
We tend to think of negotiation skills when it comes to situations such as agreeing to a salary for a new job, finalizing a contract
One of my biggest surprises when I first started speaking about career issues on college campuses was the number of students who asked me questions
I posed this question on Twitter recently and received mixed responses from job seekers, recruiters and others. Some people said they’re already seeing QR codes
With economic upheaval taking place around the world, the next generation of workers is up against a tidal wave of change. This week I had
Happy New Year! Over the holidays, I spent some time thinking about the career trends that are most on my mind as we head
On page 8 of the September 5 issue of The New York Times Magazine, you’ll find my response to the recent cover article, “What Is
Lots of people are buzzing about the recent New York Times Magazine cover story, “What is it About 20-Somethings?” The article focuses on the fact
Dear Lindsey, I’m an engineer at a leading tech company, and for the most part I love my job. At 29, I’m one of the
On Tuesday night I attended a dinner hosted by the Atlantic Media Company in Washington, DC, to discuss the results of the brand new Allstate-National
I always loved the Jetsons. Who didn’t love the thought of flying cars, robot maids and cool futuristic outfits like Judy’s? I admit when I
As green careers continue to grow in popularity, I’m pleased to share an interview I conducted with Shari Aaron, co-author of Climb the Green Ladder:
It’s no secret that 2009 has not been the easiest of years for most college students and young professionals; however, over the past year there
I had the complete joy today of having absolutely nothing to do. It was pouring rain, SeamlessWeb delivered bagels and coffee directly to my door,
This is a guest post by my friends Lauren Porat and Cari Sommer, co-founders of Urban Interns. The job hunt is fierce. But a phenomenal
I try to read everything in the news about Generation Y and careers. This means I regularly find myself plodding through frustrating stories about how
Will the economic downturn stop the best and the brightest from flocking to investment banking, management consulting and corporate law? I hope so. During my
Hope you’ll check out my post this week on FastCompany.com: “Why Your Company Needs Millennials: 5 Reasons to Love Gen Y” It’s no secret that
Are some work clothes too casual, even for August? Thanks to my HarperCollins editor Matt Inman for pointing out this article: “Shorts Crack the Code”
In another sign that the Millennial generation is changing the longest-standing rules of work, the front page of today’s Wall Street Journal features a story
Check out this recent story in The New York Times, “Princeton Plans for an Early Year Abroad.” Princeton has become the first university to offer its
Thanks to Steve Rothberg at the CollegeRecruiter.com Blog for making me aware of this news. A recent article by Fortune reporter Lindsay Blakely shared the
Thanks to my friend Emily McKhann of TheMotherhood.com for pointing out an interesting post by Guy Kawasaki on his “How to Change the World” blog.
I just came across an inspiring article in the New Orleans Times-Picayune about young professionals moving to New Orleans after college graduation to help with
So, I got some flack in a recent Time.com review for mentioning in my book that I didn’t know that “LOL” meant “laugh out loud.”
I’m very excited to start writing my own blog. Special thanks to Emmie Twombly (Bates College ’08) for the final push into the blogosphere. .
Lindsey Pollak is a New York Times bestselling author, international speaker and often described as a “generational translator.” She is the author of four career and workplace advice books, including The Remix: How to Lead and Succeed in the Multigenerational Workplace. Her speaking audiences and consulting clients have included more than 300 top corporations, law firms and universities, and her insights have appeared in such media outlets as The TODAY Show, The Wall Street Journal and CNBC. Lindsey is a graduate of Yale University and is a proud member of Generation X.