What happens when Gen Z prefers TikTok over email—and your boss still wants a phone call? In this episode of the Leading Up podcast, renowned social psychologist Dr. Jean Twenge breaks down the technological preferences that define each generation—and how they show up at work. 🧠 From asynchronous communication to the rise of pessimism, this is a must-listen for managers leading multigenerational teams. Learn how to bridge generational gaps, reframe expectations, and lead with empathy. Timestamps 00:00 – Intro to Jean Twenge & her work on generational differences 01:00 – The evolution of tech preferences from Boomers to Gen Z 02:00 – Why generational myths persist (and how data debunks them) 03:30 – How technology—not events—shapes behavior across generations 05:00 – From slow life strategy to changing views on independence 07:00 – Individualism vs. collectivism over time 09:00 – Speech, freedom, and the new boundaries in the workplace 11:00 – Why Gen Z prefers asynchronous communica...