Work, Reimagined: Gen Z’s Blueprint for the Future

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What Will Work Look Like When Gen Alpha Takes Over?

Will the next generation pull us back into the office—or push us fully virtual? And which skills will actually matter as AI, XR, and new work models collide? In this episode of Design Nerds Anonymous, host Amanda Schneider talks with futurist and New York Times columnist Alexandra Levit (author of Humanity Works and Deep Talent). From Gen Z’s surprising dislike of Zoom to a credible comeback for the metaverse, Alexandra maps the disruptions shaping the next decade—and how designers and leaders can get ahead.

After listening, you will be able to:

• See why Gen Z dislikes video calls and what that means for virtual work

• Understand how the metaverse could make a comeback

• Use workplace data to design spaces people actually use

• Balance return-to-office needs for new vs. experienced talent

• Rethink layoffs in favor of upskilling and redeployment

• Spot human skills that gain value alongside AI

• Envision new design opportunities in virtual worlds

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• Follow Amanda on LinkedIn for more workplace insights.  

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Design Nerds Anonymous is a proud member of the SURROUND Podcast Network. Discover more shows from SURROUND at surroundpodcasts.com. This episode of Design Nerds Anonymous was produced and edited by SANDOW DESIGN GROUP, with music from Blue Dot Sessions. Special thanks to the podcast production team: Hannah Viti, Rob Schulte, and Rachel Senatore. 

Special thanks to our podcast season sponsors,  Kimball International and Mannington Commercial– companies doing big things to move the design industry forward.