Collaborative Millennial Leaders: Common Sense Action
If you’re like me, when you hear the word collaboration, the first thing that springs to mind is the American political system. Okay, maybe not. But if Andrew Kaplan and Sam Gilman have anything to say about it, someday that might actually be true. These collaborative Millennial leaders formed Common Sense Action (CSA) as sophomores at…
The Curse of the Multi-Passionate Millennial
‘I have no special talents. I am only passionately curious.’ – Einstein A few weeks ago I was sorting through some old boxes in my parents basement when I stumbled on an Art Journal from a media class I took in Eleventh grade (circa 2000.) One of the exercises was a run-of-the-mill 20 Questions type…
Gifted Millennial Writer Kern Carter
There was a moment during my interview with gifted Millennial writer Kern Carter that I actually hated him a little bit. It’s true. The moment passed quickly and I even confessed to him I felt that way. But if you’re a writer or a blogger or an author or a journalist you might understand why…
Motivated Millennial Leader Hannah Becker
Sometimes what feels like a failure is actually just the first step toward success. Motivated Millennial Leader Hannah Becker knows that for a fact. Her career path has been a bit unorthodox but her self-diagnosed “hardheadedness” has allowed her to turn set backs into lessons that serve her well in the long run. Hannah knows,…
Why Millennials Are Not Ready to Lead
Sean Graber believes Millennials aren’t ready for the leadership roles they’re stepping into. And there just may be census data to substantiate his claim. As Baby Boomers retire in ever-increasing numbers and leave positions of leadership there simply aren’t enough members of Generation X to fill the gaps being left behind. As a result, Millennials are…
What Makes A Truly Great Leader (to Millennials)?
For as long as I can remember, I’ve had a keen interest in the hows and whys of human behavior. How did Jimmy ace that math test when he didn’t study? Why didn’t Jenny try out for that role she was so excited about? These were the thoughts that would run through my head in…
Daring Millennial Leader: Adam “Smiley” Poswolsky
Have you ever gotten just what you wanted only to realize it was absolutely wrong for you? When something seemingly perfect turns out to be anything but, it can be confusing and disheartening. But disappointment doesn’t have to be the end of the story. When daring millennial leader, Adam Poswolsky, found himself in a situation…
Focused Millennial Leader Yunha Kim
What’s on your lock screen? If you didn’t answer Locket, Millennial leader, Yunha Kim, is focused on making sure you will soon. Locket is an easy way to discover stories you care about right from your phone’s lock screen. It is the first application of its kind in the United States and the brainchild of…
Redefining Leadership with Millennial Leader Marvin Mathew
I have a confession to make: sometimes when I read articles about leadership I roll my eyes. It happens mostly when I’m faced with the assumption that everyone is (or can be) a leader. I’ve always disagreed. Not everyone is a leader, not everyone should be a leader and not everyone wants to be a leader….
Adaptive Millennial Leader Chelsea Krost
Chelsea Krost has packed a lot of success into the first 23 years of her life. With a personal brand already well established, she is not content to focus her attention on just one broadcast platform. She is clearly an adaptive Millennial leader. As a Millennial lifestyle expert, she published a memoir, is the host…
Fearless Millennial Leader: Miki Agrawal
It was virtually minutes after I sent a cold call interview request to Miki Agrawal that she responded, “Happy to do it.” How’s that for a first impression? I’d be lying if I told you I wasn’t a little nervous and a lot excited to speak one on one with Agrawal. Still in her early 30s,…
The Truth About What Gen Y Really Wants at Work
Guest Post by Mona Berberich Image source Sarah is 20 years old. She’s almost done with school but she has no idea what she wants. And that doesn’t really matter because she says society doesn’t offer her the right options at this point. Her mother wants her to take a job at Big Company X. But…