Do childless bosses lack empathy? PLUS Gen-Z salary demands and Sonia Thompson’s Hot Take on Inclusion

Welcome back to Truth, Lies & Work, the award-winning psychology podcast brought to you by the HubSpot Podcast Network.

If you love hearing how organisations, big and small, have built amazing workplace cultures, then our Thursday episodes are for you. But today, it’s all about the Weekly News Roundup, Hot Takes, and of course, the famous Workplace Surgery, where we answer your burning workplace questions.

Segment 1: News Roundup

Salary Transparency and Gen Z Talent

Leanne dives into a major shift: salary transparency is becoming crucial for attracting Gen Z talent. A new survey reveals that 85% of Gen Z workers are less likely to apply for a job if the salary isn’t listed. Read the full article.

Childless Bosses: Lacking Empathy?

Al discusses controversial new research that questions whether childless bosses lack empathy. Read more.

EDITOR'S NOTE: On publication of the episode, the author of the article, Soulaima Gourani, contacted us and asked us to clarify the article "raised a question for discussion but didn't conclude that moms or dads are better leaders.".

We believe our discussion reacted to the content of the article and the arguments presented by several sources that suggested leaders lack empathy if they are child-free. The author asked the question: Does Parenthood Make Better Bosses? Or reaction presented our arguments as to why we think 'no'.

We do not, however, want anyone featured in an episode of Truth, Lies and Work to feel misrepresented or unfairly treated. We invited the author on to the show to set the record straight and/or to provide a written statement for inclusion in the show notes. Both invitations have, to date, been declined.

Cynicism's Impact on Leadership

Leanne explores a new study on cynicism and its detrimental effect on leadership. Read more.

Segment 2: Hot Takes

This week’s Hot Take comes from Sonia Thompson, inclusive marketing consultant and host of the Inclusion and Marketing Podcast. Sonia’s bold insight? Stop expecting people to assimilate. Brands and employers need to embrace diversity by acknowledging differences and creating environments where everyone feels they belong—without having to change who they are. Sonia shares her thoughts on why inclusion is more than just a buzzword; it's a necessity for the future of work and marketing.

Segment 3: Weekly Workplace Surgery

Leanne answers listener questions:

Defining Company Values in a Growing Team

1. A founder is feeling the pressure to define core values for a growing team ahead of an all-hands retreat. ce.

Fear of Change in Family Business Succession

A business owner is worried that handing over control to his daughter and her partner will lead to drastic changes in the company’s traditional values.

Fostering Culture in a Remote Team

A CEO of a global marketplace is struggling to maintain a cohesive company culture with a remote team spread across four continents.

More from Sonia:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/soniaethompson/

Podcast: https://inclusionandmarketing.com/au