Duct Tape Marketing

I chat with Len Silverman—seasoned entrepreneur, longtime Learning Center owner, and author of Mesh: Aligning Your Personal Brand with Gen Z. With over 30 years of business experience and a front-row seat to Gen Z's development, Len offers expert insights into how businesses can attract, engage, and retain Gen Z employees. We explore what makes this generation tick, why traditional hiring practices fall short, and how aligning your company culture with Gen Z values can be a game-changer. If you're struggling to connect with the next generation of workers—or customers—this episode delivers the mindset and tools to bridge the gap. Today we discussed: [00:00] Opening [00:09] Introduction to Len Silverman [00:53] What is the Personal Brand of Gen Z [02:56] Common Stereotypes of Genz [04:16] The Old Ways Aren't Going to Work [06:39] The Employee Journey [08:35] Importance of Cultural Consistency [10:39] Changing Mindsets [12:44] Gen Z Customers [14:19] Common Mistakes Trying to Align with Gen Z [17:11] Turning G