Flux Trends Salon will Explore Gen X Leadership Gaps and Hosts Interactive Unlearning Workshop
Generation X often dubbed the “forgotten generation” is stepping into the spotlight as we host an intimate salon titled “Gen X: The Reluctant Leader”, aimed at exploring why this cohort (born 1965–1980) often hesitates to claim leadership roles in today’s evolving world of work.
This thought-provoking gathering is part of Flux Trends’ ongoing series of salons designed to equip entrepreneurs, business leaders, and micro-enterprises with practical tools for navigating rapid change.
Event Details:
- Date: Wednesday, 3 September 2025
- Time: 8.30 for 9 – 11am
- Venue: Workshop 17, The Bank , Rosebank , Johannesburg
- Ticket price ( inclusive vat) R670.00 per person
- Get your ticket here: https://fluxtrends.com/events/gen-x-reluctant-leaders-salon/
This salon will reveal key findings from Flux Trends’ Gen X: Reluctant Leaders Survey, which captured candid insights into what’s holding Gen X back from stepping confidently into leadership. Themes include:
- Insights into Gen X leadership challenges: Understand the real-world difficulties Gen X leaders face when managing Millennials and Gen Z employees.
- Gain knowledge from a short survey that highlights key issues such as communication gaps, leadership struggles, and generational differences.
- Understanding the future of work with AI : Explore trends and shifts shaping the workplace, specifically with Agentic AI.
- Unlearning and transformation skills: Participate in a mini-workshop focused on building the ability to unlearn outdated habits, relearn new concepts, and transform personally and professionally.
Following the trends unpacking, Zanele Njapha of The Unlearners
will guide attendees through a powerful, interactive mini-workshop.This session will help participants build the capacity to unlearn, relearn, and transform—both personally and within their organisations.
Survey respondents are eligible for limited complimentary tickets—offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
Survey Link:https://forms.gle/UEdRtys5PpRhXNoN9
Who Should Attend
- Gen X leaders and managers
- HR and People & Culture professionals
- Executives navigating digital and cultural shifts
- Team leaders and project managers
- Coaches and consultants
- Anyone exploring unlearning and personal growth