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

- Show: [The Manufacturing Executive](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-manufacturing-executive)
- Published: 2024-06-04
- Length: 46m
- Episode: 208
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-manufacturing-executive/2024-06-04-getting-inside-the-minds-of-the-next-generation-w-meaghan-ziemba
- Listen: https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-manufacturing-executive#episode-3d3fca4b-e698-4771-a568-0e2314ba50b0

## Summary

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.

## Chapters

- [0:04](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-manufacturing-executive/2024-06-04-getting-inside-the-minds-of-the-next-generation-w-meaghan-ziemba#t=4) Introduction: The Manufacturing Executive Podcast and Sponsor Read
- [2:44](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-manufacturing-executive/2024-06-04-getting-inside-the-minds-of-the-next-generation-w-meaghan-ziemba#t=164) Introduction: Meaghan Ziemba and Mavens of Manufacturing
- [9:20](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-manufacturing-executive/2024-06-04-getting-inside-the-minds-of-the-next-generation-w-meaghan-ziemba#t=560) The Skills Gap: 12 Million Jobs and National Security
- [13:34](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-manufacturing-executive/2024-06-04-getting-inside-the-minds-of-the-next-generation-w-meaghan-ziemba#t=814) Generational Values: Authenticity, Mental Health, and Flexibility
- [25:08](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-manufacturing-executive/2024-06-04-getting-inside-the-minds-of-the-next-generation-w-meaghan-ziemba#t=1508) Tactical Outreach: Social Media, VR, and School Partnerships
- [34:00](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-manufacturing-executive/2024-06-04-getting-inside-the-minds-of-the-next-generation-w-meaghan-ziemba#t=2040) Actionable Strategies: Robotics, Gamification, and Community Engagement
- [42:52](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-manufacturing-executive/2024-06-04-getting-inside-the-minds-of-the-next-generation-w-meaghan-ziemba#t=2572) Conclusion: CEO Leadership and Call to Action

## Topics

- [Hiring & workforce](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/hiring-and-workforce)
- [Marketing & brand](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/marketing-and-brand)
- [Leadership, teams & culture](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/leadership-and-culture)

## Most relevant to

companies scaling up

## Mentioned

- Mavens of Manufacturing (product)
- Guerrilla 76 (company)
- Batesville Products (company)
- TikTok (other)
- YouTube (other)
- Minecraft (product)
- Discord (other)
- Reddit (other)
- Twitch (other)

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- [Closing the Gender Gap in Manufacturing with Meaghan Ziemba](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/manufacturing-happy-hour/2021-07-20-closing-the-gender-gap-in-manufacturing-with-meaghan-ziemba) (Manufacturing Happy Hour)
- [The Future of Manufacturing — Special IMTS Edition](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/additive-snack/2022-09-09-the-future-of-manufacturing-special-imts-edition) (Additive Snack)
- [150: When Will We Actually Close the Skills Gap? Featuring Ann Wyatt](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/manufacturing-happy-hour/2023-08-22-150-when-will-we-actually-close-the-skills-gap-featuring-ann-wyatt) (Manufacturing Happy Hour)
- [Reframing Generational Stereotypes in Manufacturing with Rachele Focardi](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/manufacturing-happy-hour/2022-05-24-reframing-generational-stereotypes-in-manufacturing-with-rachele-focardi) (Manufacturing Happy Hour)

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