Especially important for the younger generation is access to the wisdom and experience of those who have gone before. Older coffee professionals can also benefit from the drive and perspectives of the younger. Problem is that we tend to only converse with and stick to your own age group and the benefit of cross generational communication is lost.  On today's Shift Break we will be talking about mentorship and the importance of seeking these intergenerational relationships and the benefit it brings not only to our own development as individuals, but to the industry as a whole.  Related episodes: 349 : Talking About 21st Century Coffee w/ Kenneth Davids 397: Diversity and The Color of Coffee w/ Keith Hawkins, The Color of Coffee Collective 127 : Passion and Curiosity: A conversation w/ Starbucks Global Sr. Project Manager, Major Cohen 003: The Role of Mentorship in Specialty Coffee w/ Pete Licata 339 : What Good Barista Training Produces 228 : Cracking the Leadership Code w/ Alain Hunkins Visit our Sponsors!!! The best espresso machines in the world! www.lamarzoccousa.com   Custom branded mobile apps for your shop! www.espressly.co.