Are generational divides in the workplace and in life driving you crazy?
The Gen Mess with Tess is here to help! Hosted by Tess Brigham—certified coach, licensed therapist, TEDx speaker, author, and mom to a Gen Zer—this podcast tackles the challenges and complexities of navigating life and work across multiple generations. From the unique struggles of Gen Z to the evolving perspectives of Millennials, Gen X, and Baby Boomers, Tess brings her expertise to the table, offering practical advice, expert insights, and real conversations to bridge the generational gap. Whether you're trying to communicate better with colleagues, understand your kids, or just get a clearer perspective on the "mess" of it all, The Gen Mess with Tess is your go-to resource for understanding how different generations think, work, and live.
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Are generational divides in the workplace and in life driving you crazy?
The Gen Mess with Tess is here to help! Hosted by Tess Brigham—certified coach, licensed therapist, TEDx speaker, author, and mom to a Gen Zer—this podcast tackles the challenges and complexities of navigating life and work across multiple generations. From the unique struggles of Gen Z to the evolving perspectives of Millennials, Gen X, and Baby Boomers, Tess brings her expertise to the table, offering practical advice, expert insights, and real conversations to bridge the generational gap. Whether you're trying to communicate better with colleagues, understand your kids, or just get a clearer perspective on the "mess" of it all, The Gen Mess with Tess is your go-to resource for understanding how different generations think, work, and live.
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What if your company’s employee benefits plan could be the secret weapon that keeps your top talent loyal—and even attracts new superstars through the door?
In this enlightening episode of Gen Mess with Tess, host Tess Brigham sits down with powerhouse employee benefits strategist, Sirena Dimas, to pull back the curtain on what really makes benefits matter in today’s rapidly changing workplace.
Key Highlights:
Whether you lead a business, manage a team, or just want to understand how work culture is evolving across generations, this episode is packed with the wisdom (and real-world stories) you need to start fixing the Gen Mess—one conversation at a time.
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Remember: Your benefits package and your people are your company’s greatest assets. Make sure everyone knows how to use them!
00:00 "Gen Mess Podcast with Tess"
03:27 Insurance: A Personal Journey
07:25 Consumer Mindset: Expense to Asset
11:19 Employee Financial Literacy Gaps
13:47 Navigating Employee Health Benefits
19:54 Children Witness Work Stress
22:39 Graduating in the '90s vs. '00s
25:28 Supportive Client Relationships
29:05 Hands-On Learning Beats Tech
31:20 Printer and Battery Misunderstandings
34:18 Parenting Approaches Across Generations
37:18 "First Speaker Buys the Product"
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