The New Rules of Retention: Managing Early Careers in 2025

In this episode, Shoshana Davis discusses the importance of understanding and engaging early career professionals, particularly Gen Z.

She shares her journey into HR and career development, emphasising the need for clear expectations, effective communication, and the impact of pre-boarding on new hires. The conversation highlights retention strategies, the generational disconnect in the workplace, and the significance of purpose in job roles.

Shoshana advocates for empowering managers to better support young talent and addresses the challenges faced by new employees in today's job market.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Gen Z's Desire for Purpose
01:32 Shoshana's Journey into HR and Career Development
07:40 Defining Early Careers and Their Challenges
09:34 Retention Strategies for Young Talent
12:47 Generational Disconnect in the Workplace
17:06 Pre-boarding: Preparing Young Talent for Success
23:02 Engagement Strategies for Early Career Professionals
30:37 The Importance of Role Clarity and Expectations
35:09 Communication as the Key to Retaining Talent