March 3, 2025

Are Millennial Managers Too “Soft?”

Are Millennial Managers Too “Soft?”

In this episode, Kaila and Kyle discuss whether or not millennial managers are too soft, the different styles of management, and how to navigate giving tough feedback.


00:00 Intro

02:29 How Kaila and Kyle define a “millennial manager”

07:49 The difference between a good millennial manager and a bad millennial manager

10:08 Previous generations vs millennials in terms of management styles

15:08 “Primal Leadership” and the styles of management

20:55 What to do if you have a millennial manager

24:27 Advice on receiving feedback

26:26 Different types of feedback you can give

28:20 West Point teachers study


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