Why mentorship needs a rebrand for Gen Z | Adam Henckler | TEDxYorkBeach

Generation Z has specific needs, desires and values that require a unique approach to mentoring. The PAL (Peers, Advisors and Leaders) program offers a network-based mentoring solution for new employees entering the workforce. With over twenty years experience working as a professional engineer in both the private and public sectors, he is currently involved in employee development for the United States Navy. The creator of the Peers, Advisors, and Leaders (PAL) program of network-based mentoring, which he originally piloted in 2014 is still an active program which he has refined ever since.
A native of Maine, Adam supports high school science fairs as well as being a member of academic advisory boards at the University of Maine and the University of Southern Maine. In his personal time, he is a youth soccer coach as well as a die hard supporter of Manchester City Football Club.
Adam enjoys spending time at the beach with his wife and two children at his home in Cape Neddick, Maine. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

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  • @hopedavis285
    @hopedavis28511 ай бұрын

    I work as a Mentorship Program Coordinator at a community college, and I can honestly say the values of Gen Z he mentions are accurate. Gen Z doesn’t want a hero as a mentor, they want a human.

  • @AdamHenckler

    @AdamHenckler

    11 ай бұрын

    Much appreciate, thanks for watching!

  • @cassandracarter3577
    @cassandracarter357711 ай бұрын

    I really really really enjoyed this TED Talk. Im an IT Coach and what he said about Generation Z and Beyond does 110% correct.

  • @AdamHenckler

    @AdamHenckler

    11 ай бұрын

    I really appreciate those kind words, thanks for watching!

  • @AngieMutio
    @AngieMutio11 ай бұрын

    This is truly design thinking at the heart of the program!

  • @AdamHenckler

    @AdamHenckler

    11 ай бұрын

    I really appreciate those kind words.

  • @PeterZeeke
    @PeterZeeke11 ай бұрын

    When he said “that teen was me” my mind was blown. What a ride!

  • @AdamHenckler

    @AdamHenckler

    11 ай бұрын

    Yep, that was me. I have to thank my speaking coach for helping me get the most out of my topic. Thanks for watching.

  • @theageofstupid1776
    @theageofstupid177610 ай бұрын

    I had the distinct pleasure of working with Adam as my Division Head. He is exactly the Supervisor he comes off as in this video. This was a perfect topic for him.

  • @jyotsna465
    @jyotsna4654 ай бұрын

    Such an amazing Ted!! Thank you for this new age perspective on mentoring!

  • @RRRR-ed1lp
    @RRRR-ed1lp11 ай бұрын

    ❤❤❤Girl!! You're so chill and SOOOO BEAUTIFUL you get love everywhere--not just MEX!!!

  • @justinsayavong5699
    @justinsayavong569911 ай бұрын

    I need this at my college

  • @AdamHenckler

    @AdamHenckler

    11 ай бұрын

    Let me know, I am happy to come and speak at your college!

  • @funnytv-1631
    @funnytv-163111 ай бұрын

    We've all seen medicine cabinets, but how about creating a self-care cabinet? Instead of a three-dimensional storage unit, it could be a two-dimensional poster or even a series of post-it notes! Listening to a favorite playlist, video call with a loved one, taking your dog for a walk, cooking a delicious meal...the list is endless. Share what your self-care cabinet would look like!

  • @AdamHenckler

    @AdamHenckler

    11 ай бұрын

    Totally agree. We dump countless time and money into therapist when we just need to look inward for our own solutions. Thanks for watching my talk.

  • @ThePurplePillPerspective
    @ThePurplePillPerspective11 ай бұрын

    The biggest thing Gen Z has is social media. Many of them look to their favorite content creators for inspiration. Therefore, they might seek mentorship from their favorite creators.

  • @AdamHenckler

    @AdamHenckler

    11 ай бұрын

    Great comment!

  • @ThePurplePillPerspective

    @ThePurplePillPerspective

    11 ай бұрын

    @@AdamHenckler . Thank you!

  • @Honorbound43
    @Honorbound4311 ай бұрын

    No pay them to work. They will figure it out. This just smells of unpaid internship

  • @adalwulf6356
    @adalwulf635611 ай бұрын

    Yo estudié marketing antes de estudiar electrónica y es súper fácil. ¿Cómo que difícil? Solo estudias los.tipos de sociedades etc...

  • @madisonbadger9454
    @madisonbadger945411 ай бұрын

    GenZ doesn’t need mentorship. They already know everything.

  • @angeldragon7421

    @angeldragon7421

    11 ай бұрын

    I’m going to guess you didn’t actually watch this for you to make a comment like this.

  • @booboobeepbeep9964

    @booboobeepbeep9964

    11 ай бұрын

    @@angeldragon7421I’m gonna guess you struggle with sarcasm

  • @AdamHenckler

    @AdamHenckler

    11 ай бұрын

    I'm gonna guess the speakers don't usually reply to comments on here. Hahaha.

  • @arnoudh6203

    @arnoudh6203

    11 ай бұрын

    ​@@booboobeepbeep9964he isnr trying to be sarcastic?

  • @arnoudh6203

    @arnoudh6203

    11 ай бұрын

    ​@@AdamHencklersometimes they do, and when they do it's nice

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