In this episode of B-Student Podcast, Betsy sits down again with Addison, Chief Marketing Officer at the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce, to continue a candid, funny, and practical conversation on navigating Gen X–Gen Z dynamics at work. We talk about: Why humor (yes, even the “how do I open this PDF?” moment) can bridge generations without belittling anyone The real “cheat codes” early-career pros can use to become indispensable — technical competency, reliability, and good judgment The ego reset from college to the workplace and how to accelerate growth by listening first Making promotions make sense in the AI era — not just managing more people, but owning systems, tools, and outcomes Flexible compensation beyond salary: time, trust, and culture that actually retain talent Betsy’s 3C framework (Control, Content, Compensation) for choosing roles and building teams Why feedback is a gift, how to ask for it, and how leaders can model curiosity If you’re a leader trying to engage Gen Z, or a Gen Z pro building momentum without burning out, this one’s for you. Time Stamps: 0:00 – Welcome back & why this convo matters 2:15 – The infamous “PDF” joke: humor as a generational bridge 5:40 – The Gen Z “tech expert by default” expectation 9:05 – Becoming indispensable: showing value early in your career 12:30 – Ego reset: from college senior to workplace freshman 16:10 – Curiosity as a superpower in the AI era 19:45 – Promotions beyond people management: new ways to recognize talent 23:20 – Flexible compensation & why Gen Z values time over money 26:40 – Building trust before asking for flexibility (the Pilates example) 30:00 – Feedback as a gift: how to receive and use it 33:15 – The 3C framework: Control, Content, Compensation 36:00 – Final takeaways & closing Don’t forget to subscribe for more conversations with leaders, innovators, and change-makers who are shaping the future of business and community. Watch now and drop a comment with the one word that describes your B-side. Subscribe, rate, and share the B Student Podcast—because the B side of your story might just be the best part. Connect with Addison Cursey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/addison-cursey-mba-353344151/ Connect with Betsy Gardner: https://www.betsygardner.com/ Learn More about Winter Park Chamber of Commerce: https://www.winterpark.org/ -------------------------------- Podcast produced by Hi Hello Labs: https://www.hihellolabs.com/
