Why we need more age-gap friendships | Liz Atkin | TEDxTeessideWomen
Liz believes that friendships are one of the most natural human connections we make as we go through life, and are increasingly essential for our wellbeing when we live in such a divided and complex world. In this TEDx Talk, Liz explores why we need age-gap friendships now more than ever - and the folly of generational labelling and stereotypes.Liz is founding director of Refreshing Comms Ltd, helping organisations bridge communication gaps for increased employee buy-in and team collaboration. She's also a best-selling author and winner of the 2023 Redcar and Cleveland Inspiring Women in Business Awards. Born and bred in Teesside, Liz has spent her career using the power of words to positively influence people and inspire action. Her background in business, culture change and communication has given her a rich, personal insight into the power of creating real human connections in every aspect of life.This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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