Understanding Gen-Z - with Adam Baranker - The Camp Owners Podcast #38
It’s a new generation of staff at camp and we need to GET. IT. RIGHT!
As we all navigate staffing this summer, understanding our workforce has never been more important. The impact of the pandemic on Gen-Z has resulted in the need to better connect, support and adapt to the needs of this important age group.
We are excited to have Adam Baranker, the Assistant Director of Jeff Lake Day Camp in Sussex County New Jersey to talk about this important topic and to share his insight.
Listen in as we discuss:
Let’s define Gen-Z and the group they typically represent at our camps
What are pitfalls can camp owners avoid when recruiting/engaging/interacting with Gen Z?
How have you adapted and what do you want camp owners to know to best relate and/or interact with Gen-Z?
Thanks for listening!
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What Inspires You?
Things that inspire our hosts and guests to be the best Camp Owners they can be.
Howie: Book “The Coaching Habit” by Michael Bungay Stainer
Kelly: Book “The Enneagram & You” by Gina Gomez
Adam: “I’m not making fun of it, I’m just having fun with it” quote from a 14yr old camper
Host Links:
Kelly Schuna - Owner - Hidden Pines Ranch
Howie Grossinger - Co-owner/Director - Camp Robin Hood, Partner - Camp Walden & Madawaska Camps
Adam Baranker - Assistant Director - Jeff Lake Day Camp
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