#73- Gen Z Wants Purpose: Danielle Farage on Building the Future Workplace

EPISODE SUMMARY
 In this episode from the ERE Recruiting Summit in Las Vegas, Clark sits down with Danielle Farage, Gen Z expert, speaker, and content creator for a conversation that spans generational communication, workplace evolution, and building more intentional, human-centered organizations. Danielle shares what Gen Z really wants from employers, not just perks and flexibility, but purpose, clarity, and meaningful interaction with leadership.
The conversation highlights how miscommunication across generations creates friction in hiring, retention, and daily operations. Danielle introduces frameworks like “connection, co-creation, and clarification” and shares why loyalty in Gen Z terms means investment, not tenure. She also explains how companies can modernize their employer branding and talent development by embracing new narratives, offering cross-functional growth, and giving employees a voice.
Whether you're leading a recruiting firm, managing a team, or trying to engage younger talent, Danielle offers a fresh lens on how to connect across generational lines. With a balance of humor and depth, this episode is packed with practical insight on how to build better teams—without losing the human touch.

DANIELLE'S BIO
You can fine Danielle on LinkedIn LinkedIn or at daniellefarage.com

As an older member of Gen Z, she leverages public speaking and strategic storytelling to bridge gaps between leaders and talent, helping to create more inclusive, equitable, and dynamic workplace cultures. She envisions a world where everyone feels valued, supported, and fulfilled, both in the workplace and beyond. She brings people together to engage in meaningful conversations about how to reach that vision.

She believes that everyone deserves access to the knowledge and tools necessary to achieve personal and professional fulfillment. As a Work Futurist, she fosters an elevated awareness of the intersection between identity, culture, and work.

She also hosts a podcast that explores key topics such as developing hybrid strategies, Gen Z in the workplace, and the future of work and leadership. In her spare time, she focuses on building communities, asking challenging questions, and solo traveling.

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