Humans are social beings that are hardwired to interact with others. However, as the importance of professional relationships diminishes, individuals are gradually detaching from one another in today's world. There is also a generational divide, since each age has its own set of values, perspectives, and experiences.

In this episode, we are joined by Katie McCleary, co-author of the book “Bridge the Gap” and a co-host of a podcast “The Drive.” She discusses the purpose of her book as well as how to bridge the gap between the generations. She also emphasizes the significance of a leader's capacity to connect with their workforce. She suggests that leaders should function with goals or intentions in mind.

Key Takeaways
What is “Bridge the Gap” all about?
How to bridge the gap between different generations.
How to connect as a leader to people with egos and those who don’t listen.
Why should leaders operate with intention?
What does leadership look like in the future?

Quote Takeaways
“I'm really passionate about curiosity and storytelling and leadership and how our back story, our biology, the way that we sort of operate in the world impacts other people.” – Katie McCleary
“Every day, we deal with five distinct generations of people, and each generation has a different background, view, and language. As a result, such factors are impacting communication and relationships” – Katie McCleary
Book Mentioned in The Episode
“Bridge the Gap” by Katie McCleary and Jennifer Edwards

Speakers of this Episode
️Michael Kurland | LinkedIn
CEO and Founder of Branded Group, Inc., Host of "#BeBetter with Michael Kurland" podcast
www.branded-group.com

Katie McCleary | Profile | LinkedIn
Co-founder & Coauthor of “Bridge the Gap” & Podcast Host of NPR CapRadio's The Drive / Speaker & Relationship Expert
Howtobridgethegap.com

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Time Stamp
[00:00] Intro
[01:07] Katie’s interest and philosophy in life.
[03:48] What is inside of the book: “Bridge the Gap”?
[05:26] How Katie met with her co-author Jennifer.
[07:28] The feedback when reading “Bridge the Gap.”
[09:05] Bridging the gap between generations.
[12:37] How to connect with people who don't listen or have an ego?
[17:28] Connecting people as a leader with empathy.
[19:54] Leaders should operate with intention.
[24:59] Leadership in the next five to 10 years.
[29:08] About Katie’s podcast, “The Drive.”
[31:23] Outro