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FAQ: The Mentorship Gap Facing Young Workers – Insights from Don Carlos Lee Gibson Jr.
Don Carlos Lee Gibson Jr. warns that a mentorship gap is harming young workers, as experienced professionals leave the workforce early and businesses focus on technology over human wisdom. He calls for community-based mentorship to preserve knowledge and help younger generations succeed.
Gibson warns about a growing mentorship gap facing young workers, where many enter the workforce without mentors to guide them, despite the proven benefits of mentorship for career development.
According to an Allianz Life study, 42% of Americans retire earlier than expected, causing experienced workers to leave the workforce sooner and take valuable knowledge with them, leaving fewer mentors for young workers.
Gibson is a former Military Intelligence Analyst and current General Manager of Operations for Marietta Motors LLC and Westfall Towing, with over 30 years of leadership experience across multiple industries. He has firsthand experience with how mentorship shapes careers.
Studies show that employees with mentors report higher job satisfaction, greater confidence, and stronger career development.
He encourages small steps like reaching out to younger colleagues, sharing lessons learned, volunteering with youth or recovery programs, or simply having conversations over coffee to show interest in someone's future.
Gibson believes mentorship often starts with listening rather than advising, and that it doesn't require a formal program—just a willingness to share what you've learned.
Young workers entering the workforce, as well as businesses facing labor shortages, employee turnover, and workforce development challenges.
He acknowledges technology's efficiency but states it cannot replace wisdom, and that young people need conversations and guidance, not just apps.
No, he views mentorship as a community responsibility, not solely a business initiative.