Closing the Gap: Bridging the Divide Between Young Professionals and Employers with Kamber Parker

Eps. #47 DECEMBER 5TH, 2023

It's amazing how much we can learn from the younger generation!

In this episode of the HR Mixtape podcast, host Shari Simpson interviews Kamber Parker, founder of the YoPro Know. They discuss the gap between young professionals and employers and debunk some common misconceptions about Gen Z and Millennials in the workplace.

Three key takeaways from this episode are:

  1. The importance of embracing intergenerational communication to bridge the gap between different generations in the workplace.

  2. The impact of AI on young professionals' roles and the need to train them in AI to ensure future success.

  3. The significance of understanding young professionals' communication preferences and incorporating them into workplace communication strategies.

Overall, this episode provides valuable insights for HR professionals on how to better engage and empower young professionals in the workplace.

 

Kamber Parker

Founder & CEO

The YoPro Know

Guest(s): Kamber Parker, Founder & CEO, The YoPro Know

Voted as Young Professional of the Year for the Greenville Chamber in 2021, Small Business of the Year in 2022, and recently awarded the SC Women In Business Award, speaker and consultant Kamber Parker started her company The YoPro Know in 2018, a platform designed to be the bridge between ambitious young professionals and the companies that wish to hire them and most importantly, retain them. Kamber has spent the last 5 years interviewing thousands of young professionals identifying their key struggles, successes, and ultimately, ways to make them more successful in the workplace.

Her business offers consulting services for companies looking to increase young professional recruitment, retention, and engagement, and she is passionate about supporting workforce development efforts.

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Shari Simpson

Shari Simpson stands at the forefront of the human resources field, blending 20 years of rich experience with cutting-edge educational credentials. With an MBA, MHRM, Certificate in E-commerce Management, and SHRM-SCP certification, she is now pursuing a Doctor of Education in Leadership and Innovation at Purdue. As the HR Mixtape podcast host, Shari shares invaluable insights with industry experts, establishing herself as a thought leader in HR. She is a sought-after speaker at local and national conferences, collaborating with industry leaders to elevate HR, payroll, and business sectors. Beyond her professional achievements, Shari is a proud mother of three sons—one a veteran and two currently serving in the US Navy—a dedicated dog mom and an avid reader. Her 25-year marriage to a fire department Chief adds depth to her understanding of service and dedication.

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