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Uniquely experienced to bridge generations and craft exceptional strategies to high performance leadership
Have you ever found yourself explaining TikTok to someone who thinks "tweeting" involves birds, or sharing why you believe the 80s was an unforgettable era?
For the first time in history, we have FIVE distinct generations in the workplace simultaneously, each with our own unique lens shaped by the context of our experiences. Technology, culture, and communication evolve rapidly, and these differing contexts influence how each generation sees and interacts with the world.
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Vinyl to Virtual
Leadership for the ages
Get ready to laugh, question, and challenge perspectives as Lachie unpacks what makes generations tick in a high-energy keynote that will have everyone talking long after it ends. A great event opener or closer.
Have you ever found yourself explaining TikTok to someone who thinks "tweeting" involves birds, or sharing why you believe the 80s was an unforgettable era? For the first time in history, we have FIVE distinct generations in the workplace simultaneously, each with our own unique lens shaped by the context of our experiences. Technology, culture, and communication evolve rapidly, and these differing contexts influence how each generation sees and interacts with the world. In this high-energy (and hilarious) session, Lachie dives into what makes generations tick. Explore how differences in values, entitlement, communication, and resilience can lead to friction—but also how they can drive innovation and engagement. Discover how to bridge the gaps, harness diverse perspectives, and turn generational differences into performance boosters.
Key Takeaways
The tool for understanding different generational perspectives
Overcoming entitlement whilst retaining creativity
Communication strategies to bridge generational gaps
Leveraging the unique strengths of each generation to build resilience
Culture that boosts loyalty and engagement
Best Audience
Designed as the cornerstone keynote, this suits everyone in the modern workforce. Especially beneficial for frontline managers.
Leaders of Tomorrow
Empowering new leaders with vespa
In "Leaders of Tomorrow," Lachie Smart equips NEW leaders with the VESPA Framework, transforming leadership complexity into a clear, actionable system that inspires them to lead with clarity, energy, and lasting impact.
In this presentation, Lachie introduces emerging leaders to the VESPA Framework, a simple yet powerful system for developing vision, direction, and energy as a leader. Through captivating stories backed by real-world data, Lachie breaks down the complexities of leadership into actionable steps, inspiring the audience to clarify their values and goals, build strategic plans, and embrace essential skills like fostering a positive culture, effective communication, and responsible use of technology. Designed to energize and empower, this keynote leaves future leaders equipped with practical takeaways and the confidence to lead with impact.
Key Takeaways
Purpose-driven leadership through understanding values
Developing inspiring visions.
Setting relevant, achievable goals.
Mastering effective planning processes.
Building resilient, motivated teams.
Best Audience
Emerging, new or first-time leaders (full day workshop recommended)
High school and university students
Navigating Tomorrow
Executive Strategies for Managing Millennial, Gen Z, and Gen Alpha Talent
“Navigating Tomorrow” delivers practical strategies to harness the strengths of a multigenerational workforce, overcome entitlement, develop resilience, and effect clear communication in today’s rapidly evolving workplace.
This session is not a “give them bean bags and free dress Friday’s” kind of event. It is tailored for those managing, leading, and developing emerging talent, focusing on strategies to harness the strengths of a multigenerational workforce. Each new generation is different, but technology has exploded these differences to unprecedented levels. Though Millennials, Gen Z, and Gen Alpha seem radically different from previous generations, they are incredibly effective when managed well. Lachie Smart, who flew solo around the world to inspire and equip young people, is uniquely qualified to guide this process. Drawing on this experience and his role as CEO of a MedTech company, Lachie delivers practical strategies for fostering enagegement and communication, dealing with entitlement, and creating a resilient workplace culture without compromising on the values of what makes organisations work.
Key Takeaways
Understanding the distinct values and work styles of Millennials, Gen Z, and Gen Alpha.
Enhancing communication across generational lines.
Cultivating resilience within younger teams.
Leadership Pipeline: Develop future-ready leaders aligned with company goals.
Retention and Engagement: Invests in talent, reducing turnover and increasing loyalty.
Best Audience
C-Suite executives, senior managers, and upper-level leaders responsible for managing a multi-generational workforce
Session types
Keynote
Open, close or create an unforgettable moment in your event. Laden with stories and impactful moments.
45-60 minutes + optional QnA
Recommended for:
Navigating Tomorrow
Workshop
A deeper dive into the content, backed by real world stories and takeaway materials to ensure by the end of the session, there isn’t just theoretical knowledge, but an actionable path to move forward immediately.
Half day or full day
Recommended for:
“Leaders of Tomorrow” - the Future Leaders Workshop
School Presentations
Lachie Smart is the perfect combination of relatable and inspirational for school presentations. Having presented to tens of thousands students , Lachie will leave your students motivated and well equipped.
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Lachie will craft a custom keynote for your event.
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The Results
“The group were in awe of your story. We have received so much feedback already, all of which has been resoundingly positive."
Queensland Rail
“Lachie is one of the best speakers that we have had at our events.His sessions are the perfect mix of inspiration, information and enjoyment. ”
Halogen
“5 Stars. Our team were thoroughly engaged and walked away with some great learnings from his experience. ”
City Venue Management
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