The New Rules of Retention: Managing Early Careers in 2025

In this episode, Shoshana Davis discusses the importance of understanding and engaging early career professionals, particularly Gen Z.

She shares her journey into HR and career development, emphasising the need for clear expectations, effective communication, and the impact of pre-boarding on new hires.

The conversation highlights retention strategies, the generational disconnect in the workplace, and the significance of purpose in job roles. Shoshana advocates for empowering managers to better support young talent and addresses the challenges faced by new employees in today's job market.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Gen Z's Desire for Purpose

01:32 Shoshana's Journey into HR and Career Development

07:40 Defining Early Careers and Their Challenges

09:34 Retention Strategies for Young Talent

12:47 Generational Disconnect in the Workplace

17:06 Pre-boarding: Preparing Young Talent for Success

23:02 Engagement Strategies for Early Career Professionals

30:37 The Importance of Role Clarity and Expectations

35:09 Communication as the Key to Retaining Talent