Based on Tim Elmore’s new book:

The Future Begins with Z: 9 Strategies to Lead Generation Z as They Disrupt the Workplace

What if your greatest challenge could become your greatest solution to future challenges?

Three in four managers say that Generation Z is the toughest generation to manage. Thirty percent avoid hiring them altogether. But Gen Zers represent the future. We all recognize the future is uncertain, but we can be sure of one thing—Generation Z will be there. We must always invest in the inevitable. Below are three opportunities.

1. Get the Video Series – The Future Begins with Z

You can find a video course on leading Gen Z team members on LeaderPass. You’ll receive 52 micro-sessions on interviewing, onboarding, motivating, and retaining Gen Z team members, as well as how to offer firm feedback and care for their mental health. This is perfect for leadership teams to experience and discuss. A special discount is below.

2. Book an Event

Tim Elmore is available for 2026 workshops and keynotes if your organization would benefit from a deeper conversation around this topic. Be sure to mention you heard him at this North Point Leadership Lab for a special rate.

3. Purchase Quantities of the Book for Your Team

The Future Begins with Z has just been released and can be obtained in quantities for your organization. This resource is great for team discussions on how to apply the ideas in the book. For special discount rates, go to Porchlight Books.

Personal Reflection Questions (For Millennial, Gen X, and Baby Boomer Leaders)

1. What feels like the most difficult challenge you face in leading Gen Z?
2. Where do you see evidence of The Peter Pan Paradox: The age of authority is decreasing while the age of maturity is increasing?
3. Do you struggle with any “old school” methods or systems that need to be updated? How could Gen Z teammates help you upgrade them?
4. How could you engage in “reverse mentoring” with a Gen Zer? What do you think they have to teach you?

1. What feels like the most difficult challenge you face being led by a Millennial, Gen X, or Baby Boomer leader?
2. Where have you noticed seasoned leaders carrying valuable wisdom or perspective that could help you grow as a leader?
3. When you encounter methods or systems that feel “old school,” do you pause to consider why they exist and what might still be valuable about them? What could it look like to consider before you critique?
4. How could you influence and lead up in your organization—helping teammates adapt while also honoring what’s worth keeping?

1. Where have we found strengths and intuition in Gen Z team members when it comes to our work each week? Gen Z, where have you discovered strengths or wisdom in your colleagues?
2. How have you responded as a team to differences between generations? What’s a step you can take to improve collaboration?
3. How can we build deeper relationships before, during, or after work? How can we exhibit a healthy community together?
4. In what ways can we listen a little more to each other? Share ways for a boss or peer to provide coaching to Gen Z as they develop as a leader.