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Dispelling the Myth About Gen Zs

Gerald Ang, founder of Wild & Wise, chats with Bowie Tan, a rising national softball player from Singapore, to clear up myths and highlight the strengths of one of today’s most talked-about generations: Gen Z. In this episode, they cover how Bowie balances national team training with a regular job, the lessons from sports that apply to work, the challenges fresh graduates face when job hunting, what Gen Z cares about and the common misunderstandings from other generations, as well as her hopes for the future of softball in Singapore.

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Gerald Ang, founder of Wild & Wise, chats with Bowie Tan, a rising national softball player from Singapore, to clear up myths and highlight the strengths of one of today’s most talked-about generations: Gen Z. In this episode, they cover:

• Balancing national team training with a regular job.
• Lessons from sports that apply to work.
• The challenges of job hunting for fresh graduates.
• What Gen Z cares about and common misunderstandings from other generations.
• Her hopes for the future of softball in Singapore.

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About Wild & Wise Podcast:
The Wild & Wise Podcast brings together different viewpoints to explore reinvention, leadership, and the future of work. Each episode, Gerald Ang shares stories and ideas to help listeners navigate a world where identity, careers, and technology are always changing.

About Gerald Ang:
Gerald Ang is the founder of Wild & Wise, a leadership and performance studio based in Singapore. His work sits at the intersection of business, leadership, and human potential, helping leaders and teams drive performance in a way that is both human and sustainable for the future of work. Gerald has held leadership roles at Warner Music, Singtel, UOB, and General Electric, and today works with executives and teams from multinational organisations around the region. He is also the host of the Wild & Wise Podcast, where he explores leadership, reinvention, and unconventional career journeys with leaders, creators, and entrepreneurs.

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/geraldang
Instagram: www.instagram.com/gerald_ang

About Bowie Tan:
Bowie Tan is a national softball player who has represented Singapore at the SEA Games and Asian Games. Off the field, she works as a Key Account Specialist at Birkenstock, showing Gen Z’s ability to pursue multiple passions.

Instagram: www.instagram.com/bowietan_

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Chapters:
01:19 Navigating Life as a Gen Z
03:07 Understanding Gen Z Perspectives
05:52 Work Culture and Gen Z Attitudes
09:07 Job Search Journey for Fresh Graduates
11:43 Interview Preparation and Standing Out
14:50 The Journey in Sports and Softball
19:37 Transitioning to ACJC and Leadership Development
23:08 Navigating Academic and Athletic Challenges
26:08 The Drive to Train and Compete
28:02 Balancing Work and Sports
33:23 Lessons from Sports Applied to Work
36:00 Future Aspirations for Softball in Singapore

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