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Getting Inside the Minds of the Next Generation w/ Meaghan Ziemba

The Manufacturing Executive · 4 Jun 2024 · 46m · Episode 208

What this episode covers

Meaghan Ziemba, host of Mavens of Manufacturing, discusses the critical need for manufacturers to engage Gen Z and Gen Alpha to close the skills gap, noting that 12 million jobs will be available by 2030. She argues that younger generations have different core values, prioritizing authenticity, mental health, and equity, and require hands-on, interactive exposure to manufacturing through robotics, VR, and social media. Ziemba urges leaders to move beyond traditional marketing by sponsoring robotics teams, creating 'kid's corners' on websites, and partnering with schools to provide apprenticeships and scholarships. She emphasizes that manufacturers must demonstrate transparency and purpose to build trust with a workforce that values work-life balance and continuous learning.

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companies scaling up

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Companies
Guerrilla 76, Batesville Products
Products
Mavens of Manufacturing, Minecraft
Also
TikTok, YouTube, Discord, Reddit, Twitch

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