👩‍🎨 Managers Say Gen Z Needs Too Much Oversight—But Is It a Misread?

Leading from Anywhere: Driving Results in the Age of Distributed Work

i4cp’s global study, led by renowned thought leader Rob Cross, presents a new way of thinking about leadership and how to drastically increase productivity and performance.

The leadership crisis is real.

Discover how traditional leadership models are breaking under the weight of distributed work – and what top companies are doing differently.

i4cp’s latest executive brief reveals:

• Why leadership burnout is rising – and what to do about it.

• How distributed work requires a comprehensive, new approach to leadership.

• Why improving the performance of lower-quartile leaders can drive a 32% productivity jump.

 Download the executive brief to see the study’s four key findings – and the six capabilities that drive leadership effectiveness in distributed work..

👩‍🎨 HR Trend Spotlight: Managers Say Gen Z Needs Too Much Oversight—But Is It a Misread?

A recent ResumeBuilder report has stirred debate by suggesting that many U.S. managers feel they are acting more like babysitters than leaders when managing Gen Z employees. The findings reveal that 36% of surveyed managers find Gen Z the most difficult generation to work with. Common complaints include frequent absences, difficulty handling feedback, and a perceived lack of motivation. Read more.

🎧 HR Insights - Empowering Small Employers to Compete for Talent

Dr. Thabhatr Artsri, Vice President of People & Culture at LIXIL, believes that leaders must let go of perfectionism and control if they want to be ready for the future. In his recent interview, he outlines a mindset centered on curiosity, humility, and growth—not authority or technical superiority. According to Dr. Artsri, the ability to unlearn is just as important as learning. He emphasizes that future-ready leaders should embrace failure as part of progress, ask questions they don’t already have answers to, and prioritize listening over telling. In short, leadership is becoming less about expertise and more about mindset.

💡 HR Tips & Tricks

Tip of the Day: Set up anonymous comment boxes tied to specific policies or procedures, not people. This helps HR uncover pain points in operations that may not surface in standard surveys or feedback meetings.

Trick of the Day: Tag team exit interviews by involving someone from a different department. This often encourages more candid feedback and gives the leaving employee a neutral space to speak freely.

🧾 HR Case Files - Netflix Faces Whistleblower Lawsuit Over Alleged Retaliation

Netflix is being sued by a former employee who claims they were wrongfully terminated after reporting harassment and workplace misconduct. The whistleblower alleges that after raising concerns internally, they experienced retaliation that included exclusion from meetings, a damaged reputation, and ultimately, dismissal.

Key Takeaways

• Internal complaints should be tracked not only for resolution but for signs of retaliation that may emerge months later.

• HR must regularly review the handling of whistleblower cases to check for compliance, fairness, and any unintended bias.

• Anonymous reporting is not a shield—organizations need robust follow-through and support systems after a report is filed.

🧰 HR Toolbox

Stay equipped with the latest HR events and resources.

Resource of the Day

Sparrow, a company specializing in leave management, has raised $35 million in Series B funding to expand its global AI-powered offerings. Its platform automates the complex leave process, from compliance to documentation to employee support, across multiple countries.

Event of the Day

The Indiana Chamber's Emerging Leaders Forum is scheduled for October 1 in Indianapolis and is designed to help rising professionals strengthen their leadership capabilities. The event includes sessions on managing change, handling pressure, and leading with authenticity—skills that have become increasingly vital in today’s workplace..

For event details and registration, visit the website. 

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