090: Seth Mattison – Generational Shifts: Why Some Millennials Fail

Episode 090: Seth Mattison – Generational Shifts: Why Some Millennials Fail Seth Mattison is an incredible learning leader. I am so happy that Ryan Estis introduced us. He’s become a fast friend and is one of the reasons why I love doing this so. Seth is deeply interested in people and living lives of meaning and purpose. Seth brings massive energy and action oriented advice on how we can improve ourselves as leaders. We are extremely fortunate to have Seth share his knowledge with us, the loyal listeners of The Learning Leader Show. Seth advises world-leading brands and organizations on the key shifts happening around talent management, change and innovation, leadership, and the future of work. He started formally studying workforce trends and generational dynamics 10 years ago and has spent a lifetime learning about how each generation’s story shapes their view of the world and trends impacting our society. Episode 090: Seth Mattison – Generational Shifts: Why Some Millennials Fail Subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher Radio The Learning Leader Show “DO NOT say, “Can I pick your brain?” In This Episode, You Will Learn: “Resiliency (refuse to bend), Generous, Discipline” are the qualities of people who sustain excellence over long periods of time Generational shifts and why we’re in the middle of a huge one right now How being a 4th generation farmer built Seth’s work ethic The massive parenting shift and why it hurts millennials if they don’t get knocked down The specific qualities hiring managers are looking for How we can create more mental resiliency The extremes taken in order to find and work for Seth’s heroes (donating blood in order to get money for food!) How you can create your own opportunities 3 Key topics in a person: Curiosity Enthusiasm Willing to pay your dues Being intentional when seeking out mentors.