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NL
Generations in the workplace do not exist, only in families.
With two generations in front of the group (mother & daughter or father & daughter), The Bridgers show how generational labels actually take us out of connection and actually increase polarization. No generation gap, but we invite curiosity, inclusion and true collaboration.
The Bridgers bring a refreshing and substantiated counterpoint to the conversation about generations in the workplace. Where many organizations continue to think in terms of age labels and so-called generational differences, we show: generations are not a fact, but a pair of glasses. And those glasses increasingly get in the way of inclusion, collaboration and innovation.
Our strength lies in form as well as content. With two generations in front of the group (mother & daughter or father & daughter) we make visible what often happens unconsciously: assumptions, prejudices and expectations based on age. It certainly chafes with us, but we will always use the finest grit. Not to accuse, but to wake up. Because the problem is not a
generation gap, the problem arises when judgment wins out over curiosity.
Sam started this company as the daughter of two trainers, raised in an environment where ideas were not weighed by age, but by substance. In business, she experienced the contrast: organizations claim to be looking for "young fresh eyes," but visibly struggle to truly harness potential. Why does connection and inclusion succeed at home at the kitchen table, but lose it as soon as we close the front door of the organization behind us?
Scientific research confirms this tension. Large meta-studies (e.g. Costanza, Ravid & Romero, 2024) show that generations hardly differ in what they find important in work: autonomy, appreciation, development, meaning and work-life balance. Yet both young and older employees structurally experience age discrimination (CBS, NIDI, Inclusion Benchmark 2024). The result: selffulfilling prophecies, the Golem effect, less psychological security and ultimately turnover and reduced performance.
With the Bridging Model and our curiosity meter, we make this concrete and practical. We show how leaders, teams and organizations can shift from judgment to curiosity, collaboration and inclusion.
The Bridgers do not provide a training on ''generations,'' but an invitation to inclusion, psychological safety and future-proof collaboration. Because those who look only at age miss the human being.
Master classes, Day training, Multi-day, Leadership programs, Generations, Curiosity, Connection, Generation gap, Team development, Age diversity, Inclusion, Psychological safety,,, From Judgment to Curiosity, Future-proof collaboration
Reviews
, Peoplemanager HR ABNAMRO
What an incredibly fun and inspiring workshop . Thank you for attending the first live event of ABNAMRO Experienced Employee Network. And of course also Sam Kuppens for the contribution from your perspective. Very valuable this mother/daughter combination, everyone can recognize themselves through it. I learned, laughed and was inspired. Together we are much stronger
, Opleidingscoach RABOBANK
Thank you for a mega-inspiring morning. You had the whole room in your grip with anecdotes, examples but most of all valuable insights when it comes to generational differences. Everyone in the room regularly had an "oh yes moment" and especially the lesson about harnessing the power of each age remains with me!
, HAN
De Overbruggers gave a very inspiring workshop for the HAN (Hogeschool van Arnhem en Nijmegen) about generational differences within higher education. With an interactive session, they gave us insight into how we as teachers (many gen X) can better meet the needs of our students (gen Z). Not only did we get very relevant information but the workshop was full of thought-provoking and confrontational ''eye-openers.'' It is also of great value that the mother/daughter trainer couple highlighted the generational differences (as well as similarities) from their own age perspective. In addition, they bring a lot of humor and a fast pace. In short, highly recommended for teachers looking for ways to get their students into ''action mode''
, Opleidingskundige ABNAMRO
What a wonderfully funny and touching story it was. Nice that you guys are doing this and almost sad that it's necessary. Almost, because it is super valuable for everyone to know. Let's look again at the intention behind everything we do, at the human being himself and not start we-thinking in relationship boxes
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