Newcastle employers are facing a new challenge – understanding and managing Generation Z in the workplace. A recent survey by Apprenticeship Support Australia (ASA) reveals that managing expectations (24%), encouraging initiative (21%), and improving communication (16%) are the top hurdles businesses encounter when working with Gen Z employees.
As NSW’s largest provider of apprenticeships and traineeships, ASA is on a mission to help employers with strategies to address these challenges.
To support local businesses, ASA is hosting a mentoring seminar designed to help employers understand how Gen Z thinks and works. The event will be led by coaching psychology and wellbeing expert Susie Burrell, who will share valuable insights into the psychology of Gen Z and strategies for building successful working environments.
Burrell will be joined by a panel featuring an apprentice, an employer, and former Newcastle Knights NRL player Blake Green. As a former player and now Assistant Coach, Green will offer his unique perspective on mentoring young athletes both on and off the field and share lessons from elite sport that can be applied in a business setting.
This FREE event will take place on Tuesday, April 8, from 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm at Wallsend Diggers. It will provide local businesses with practical techniques and psychological insights to help them build better relationships with Gen Z apprentices and improve retention.
ASA NSW North Manager Jeff Cooke said, “For many employers, Gen Z remains an enigma. They have different expectations from previous generations, and without the right coaching and communication, they can quickly become frustrated and disengaged”
“In fact, a recent ASA survey found that apprentices who did not complete their training cited a lack of support and guidance from their employer as one of the key reasons for quitting”
“We can boost engagement and retention by helping employers better understand what motivates this new generation in the workforce,” said Susie Burrell.
The seminar is open to all employers—whether they currently hire apprentices and trainees, are considering the Australian Apprenticeships program, or simply want to improve cross-generational workplace relationships.
To register for a free ticket, visit: https://events.humanitix.com/apprenticeship-support-australia-newcastle-event
More information about ASA’s programs is available at apprenticeshipsupport.com.au or by calling 1300 363 831.