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If the want-to is strong enough, the how-to will come.
This simple psychological…
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The Latest Symptom Of a Toxic Work Culture: Quiet Vacationing
The Latest Symptom Of a Toxic Work Culture: Quiet Vacationing
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6 Overlooked Professional Skills—And Why You Need Them
6 Overlooked Professional Skills—And Why You Need Them
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Will AI Take My Job—Or Become My New Coworker?
Will AI Take My Job—Or Become My New Coworker?
By Mark C. Perna
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Some have found that working remotely eliminates distractions that can often occur in the office. However, others have reported feelings of isolation…
Some have found that working remotely eliminates distractions that can often occur in the office. However, others have reported feelings of isolation…
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I am delivering a dynamic 3-hour pre-conference super session at the International Economic Development Council Annual Conference in Denver Sunday…
I am delivering a dynamic 3-hour pre-conference super session at the International Economic Development Council Annual Conference in Denver Sunday…
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Join me for an immersive leadership journey at the 2024 Best Practices conference in Portland, OR! The world is changing faster than ever—and we have…
Join me for an immersive leadership journey at the 2024 Best Practices conference in Portland, OR! The world is changing faster than ever—and we have…
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Publications
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Employment With Passion
LinkedIn Newsletter
Mark C. Perna is a generational expert, acclaimed speaker, and bestselling author with a mission to shift the paradigm.
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Contributor to Forbes.com
Forbes.com
I write about unleashing passion, purpose, and performance in younger generations and how that intersects education, career, workforce development, and the new multigenerational workplace.
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Answering Why: Unleashing Passion, Purpose, and Performance in Younger Generations
If you've ever struggled to motivate the young people in your sphere of influence, Answering Why is the game-changer you've been looking for. From the urgent skills gap crisis to the proven strategies to inspire our youngest generations, Answering Why addresses the burning questions faced by educators, employers, and parents everywhere.
Author, CEO, and generational expert Mark C. Perna shares his wide experience and profound success as both a single dad and performance consultant for…If you've ever struggled to motivate the young people in your sphere of influence, Answering Why is the game-changer you've been looking for. From the urgent skills gap crisis to the proven strategies to inspire our youngest generations, Answering Why addresses the burning questions faced by educators, employers, and parents everywhere.
Author, CEO, and generational expert Mark C. Perna shares his wide experience and profound success as both a single dad and performance consultant for education and workforce development across North America. Readers will be empowered to:
- Embrace the branch-creak crisis moments of life
- Make meaningful, productive connections with the Why Generation (anyone under 40 today)
- Bring relevance, self-discovery, and passion to the learning process
The Why Generation is asking a serious question, and it's time to answer it. This book will help awaken the incredible potential of young people everywhere and spur them to increased performance on all fronts, so they can make a bigger difference--which is exactly what they want.
Honors & Awards
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2020 Silver Axiom Award Winner: Human Resources / Employee Training
Axiom Awards
"Answering Why" is the 2020 Silver Axiom Award Winner: Human Resources / Employee Training
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2019 Independent Press Award Winner: Career
Independent Press Awards
"Answering Why" is the 2019 Independent Press Award Winner: Career
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2019 Independent Press Award Winner: Education
Independent Press Awards
"Answering Why" is the 2019 Independent Press Award Winner: Education
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2019 Independent Press Award Winner: Education
Independent Press Awards
"Answering Why" is the 2019 Independent Press Award Winner: Education
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2019 National Indie Excellence Awards Book Award Finalist: Career
National Indie Excellence Awards
"Answering Why" is the 2019 National Indie Excellence Awards Book Award Finalist: Career
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2019 National Indie Excellence Awards Book Award Winner: Business Motivational
National Indie Excellence Awards
"Answering Why" is the 2019 National Indie Excellence Awards Book Award Winner: Business Motivational
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2019 National Indie Excellence Awards Book Award Winner: Parenting & Family
National Indie Excellence Awards
"Answering Why" is the 2019 National Indie Excellence Awards Book Award Winner: Parenting & Family
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2019 Silver IPPY Award Winner: Parenting
IPPY Awards
"Answering Why" is the 2019 Silver IPPY Award Winner: Parenting
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2018 Silver Nautilus Award Winner: Relationships & Communication
Nautilus Awards
"Answering Why" is the 2018 Silver Nautilus Award Winner: Relationships & Communication
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Amazon Best Seller in Human Resources & Personnel Management
Amazon Books
"Answering Why" is an Amazon Best Seller in Human Resources & Personnel Management
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Amazon Best Seller in Teams
Amazon Books
"Answering Why" is an Amazon Best Seller in Teams
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I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Lafayette Economic Development Authority (LEDA) and Mandi Mitchell, CEcD for the opportunity to hear…
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It was my honor to deliver a dynamic keynote to the movers and shakers in Lafayette, LA - such a remarkable community reaching for the brass ring.
It was my honor to deliver a dynamic keynote to the movers and shakers in Lafayette, LA - such a remarkable community reaching for the brass ring.
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It was my honor to have Lafayette Economic Development Authority (LEDA) host a truly inspiring keynote event featuring generational expert and best…
It was my honor to have Lafayette Economic Development Authority (LEDA) host a truly inspiring keynote event featuring generational expert and best…
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I had a blast representing the705 while listening to international speaker, author, and thought leader Mark C. Perna on how to unleash passion…
I had a blast representing the705 while listening to international speaker, author, and thought leader Mark C. Perna on how to unleash passion…
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As the new school year kicks off across the country I thought this piece on School/Life balance by Forbes contributor Mark C. Perna wrote was very…
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