Redefining the Workplace with Michael Clinton and Chase Campbell
Jul 8, 2024
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Michael Clinton, CEO of ROAR Forward, and Chase Campbell, Cultural Intelligence Analyst, discuss transforming workplaces for new generations, multi-generational collaboration, reshaping professionalism post-pandemic, pursuing passions at any age, remote work challenges, importance of in-person interactions, building connections across generations, and making a meaningful impact in life.
Fostering collaboration between different generations is crucial in the modern workplace.
Addressing mid-career retraining and lifelong learning is essential for employee development.
Deep dives
The New Longevity and Workplace Evolution
The workforce is undergoing significant changes due to the concept of the new longevity, where individuals may live longer and work well into their 50s, 60s, or 70s. This shift requires businesses in media and advertising to recognize the value of older employees, who bring wisdom, experience, and knowledge to create multi-generational work projects. Acknowledging the importance of adapting to longer work lives and fostering collaboration between different generations is key.
Mid-life Benefits and Continuous Learning
Addressing mid-career individuals' needs for retraining, upskilling, and professional development is paramount in the modern workplace. With longer work lives and advancements like AI, companies must focus on lifelong learning initiatives to support employees throughout their career journeys. Offering benefits like menopause support, caregiving assistance, and age-appropriate training can cater to varying life stages and generational requirements.
Reimagining Retirement and Embracing Change
Encouraging individuals of all ages to pursue new experiences and careers post-50 challenges traditional notions of retirement. Initiatives like Roar Forward advocate for reinventing oneself and embracing the multi-career path possibilities in the evolving workplace landscape. By promoting lifelong learning, exploring new passions, and redefining aging stereotypes, individuals can maximize their potential and contribute meaningfully at any age.
The Power of Inclusivity and Multi-generational Collaboration
Inclusivity in the workplace, encompassing various ages, backgrounds, and experiences, fosters more impactful and relatable creative work in advertising and marketing. By breaking stereotypes and embracing representation from diverse generations, brands can resonate with a wider audience. Recognizing the value of shared insights, common ground, and listening to different perspectives can lead to innovative solutions and enriched workplace dynamics.
In this episode of Yeah, That’s Probably an Ad, Rebecca Stewart and Luz Corona are joined by Michael Clinton, CEO and Founder of ROAR Forward, and Chase Campbell, Cultural Intelligence Analyst at The Community.