Episode 5: How Gen Z's Avoidance Culture Is Killing Collaboration

The gloves are off in this hard-hitting episode where host Nani tackles the uncomfortable truth about Gen Z's impact on creative workspaces. From conflict avoidance to feedback resistance, we're diving deep into the toxic behaviors that are sabotaging creative collaboration across the industry.

What You'll Learn:

• Why "let's just move on" is destroying creative teams
• The three leadership killers plaguing today's creative professionals
• How to transform feedback phobia into creative fuel
• The difference between artistic integrity and stubborn selfishness
• Practical strategies for giving and receiving creative feedback like a pro

Key Topics Covered:

• The Creative Collaboration Crisis
• Why tension is the birthplace of innovation
• Breaking down the "accountability allergy" in creative spaces
• Moving from "protecting my vision" to "serving the story"
• Building creative resilience through vulnerability
• What the industry desperately needs from young creative leaders

This episode doesn't pull punches—it's a wake-up call for creatives who want to lead, not just participate. Whether you're a Gen Z creative ready to level up your leadership game or a seasoned professional working with emerging talent, this conversation will challenge everything you think you know about creative collaboration.

Perfect for: Directors, writers, producers, artists, creative managers, and anyone leading or part of creative teams.

Trigger Warning: This episode contains direct feedback about generational patterns and may challenge comfortable assumptions about creative processes.

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Until next time, thank you for understanding.