What if the stereotypes about Gen Z are completely missing the point?
In this episode of Groundwork, Pastor Mike Collins talks with Dr. Jim DellaNeve—Boeing systems architect, Pepperdine adjunct professor, and coauthor of Working with Gen Z—to unpack what today’s youngest adults are really experiencing at home, at church, and at work.
Drawing from a national study of 800–900 Gen Z participants, Jim reveals surprising insights about work ethic, mental health, digital life, parenting trends, and what Gen Z genuinely needs from leaders, mentors, and families.
If you’re a parent, teacher, pastor, manager, or anyone who wants to understand this generation, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom.
🌿 Episode Highlights
Why many stereotypes about Gen Z don’t hold up under actual data
What growing up as “Glow Kids” (screen-immersed from birth) does to identity and anxiety
How social media reshapes comparison, FOMO, and rest
Why Gen Z values constant feedback—and thrives under clear coaching
How changes in parenting have shaped confidence, independence, and real-world readiness
Practical steps to help Gen Z build relational skills, spiritual depth, and healthy tech habits
📚 Resources Mentioned
Working with Gen Z – Santor Nishizaki & James DellaNeve
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YouTube Channel:
https://sgbic.podbean.com
Instagram:
@sgbic
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