"What's Next GenX?"

About "What's Next GenX?"

You've built your career—now it's time to build your future. If you’re a GenXer wondering, "Is this all there is?" you're not alone. Each week, we deliver real talk, fresh ideas, and practical strategies to help you find your NEXT chapter—without walking away from everything you've worked so hard for. Tune in for the inspiration, tools, and community you've been looking for. Your next move starts here.

Publisher

TheGenXCo

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

10 Jun 2024

Latest episode

4 Feb 2026

Latest episodes

68 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   4 Feb 2026

   Voices Carry: GenX Speaking up at work

   Gen X doesn’t have a visibility problem because we lack talent. We have one because we got too comfortable being the quiet workhorse — the one who adapts, carries it, and shrugs “whatever” when things don’t go our way. This conversation with Erin Mantz puts language to something a lot of us have been feeling: the “whatever” mindset that once made Gen X resilient can quietly make us forgettable in today’s workplace — especially in a job market where younger generations are louder, faster to self-advocate, and unapologetic about being seen. Erin shares how her community Gen X Girls Grow Up grew into a thriving space for nostalgia, connection, and culture — not as an escape from real life, but as a reminder that Gen X has always been resourceful, independent, and built for change. And now? Those traits need to be paired with something we weren’t trained to do: intentionality. You’ll hear a powerful distinction repeated throughout the episode: Stay adaptable — stop being “whatever.” Because “whatever” doesn’t protect your career, your time, or your future anymore. The conversation also tackles a lingering misconception Erin is done tolerating: the idea that Gen X “can’t keep up” with technology. This generation didn’t just witness the digital shift — we lived it. From AOL to fax machines to AI, Gen X has been navigating transformation since day one. The opportunity now is to show it, not just say it — and make our value visible in real time. And then it turns to the bigger reality many Gen X women are waking up to: one income stream isn’t enough. Not with layoffs, ageism, kids still at home (or back at home), and retirement feeling more like a concept than a plan. Erin highlights a trend she’s seeing everywhere — women revisiting old passions, monetizing dormant talents, and building “Plan B” on purpose… while they still have their day job. Along the way, there’s plenty of Gen X joy: 80s references, Barnes & Noble nostalgia, malls making a comeback, and the kind of cultural thread that reminds you why this generation still matters. Bottom line: Gen X is not invisible. But if we want to be counted, we can’t keep defaulting to “whatever.” Follow Erin here: https://www.facebook.com/GenXBlog (https://www.facebook.com/GenXBlog) https://www.genxgirlsgrowup.com/genxatwork (https://www.genxgirlsgrowup.com/genxatwork)

2. 

   10 Dec 2025

   Strike a Pose: Power, Presence, and Style with Renée Lindo

   What if style isn’t vanity — but strategy? Renée Lindo (https://www.linkedin.com/company/104096744/admin/page-posts/published/?share=true#) is an executive image strategist, speaker, and founder of Let’s Get Dressed Now, shares about what it really means to show up powerfully in midlife. From boardrooms to Zoom rooms, Renée helps women rediscover the confidence hiding in their closets — and reminds us that how we present ourselves isn’t superficial, it’s strategic self-expression. 💎 In this conversation: Why dressing the woman you are now (not the one from ten years ago) changes everything - How to rebuild your wardrobe — and confidence — after career shifts, body changes, or burnout - The difference between being trendy and being current - How color, fit, and intention create presence before you ever say a word - Why style is a form of self-care — and your first layer of leadership 💭 Mic-drop takeaway: “The reason you’re having trouble getting dressed is because you’re dressing a woman who’s no longer there.” — Renée Lindo Whether you’re leading teams, starting something new, or simply ready to feel like you again, this conversation will help you reclaim your power, one outfit at a time. 🎧 Listen now ! #GenX #Leadership #StyleConfidence #MidlifeReinvention #PersonalBrand

3. 

   12 Nov 2025

   Rapture” - Gen X Is Having a Moment

   You want your next big move, but - that corporate PTSD is real. You’ve been laid off, passed over, or pushed out and now you're wondering if it's even worth trying again. The title doesn’t hold the same weight, and frankly… neither does the paycheck. But here’s the truth: You still have value. You still have fire. You still have a voice. This week, we’re naming the fear and reclaiming the power. Tune in to hear how Gen Xers can step into new roles without dragging old trauma along for the ride.

Who has been a guest on "What's Next GenX?"

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Julia Rock
• Alisia Gill
• Joanne Gates

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

946

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

4 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 60 / 100

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Quality

81

Social presence

0

YouTube

66

Engagement

32