When We're in Charge: The Next Generation’s Guide to Leadership

When We're in Charge is a leadership guide by Amanda Litman, cofounder of Run for Something, written for the next generation of leaders. Rather than advising older leaders how to manage younger employees, this book addresses millennials and Gen Z directly on how to lead differently and break cycles of previous leadership approaches. Drawing on Litman's experience as a founder and executive, the book incorporates insights from conversations with over 100 next-generation leaders across politics, business, media, tech, and education, including Versha Sharma (editor-in-chief of Teen Vogue), Maxwell Frost (first Gen Z member of Congress), and Evan Spiegel (CEO of Snap Inc). It addresses practical challenges such as maintaining personal boundaries in leadership roles, navigating social media visibility, and establishing work-life balance. The book also explores broader workplace practices, including arguments for a four-day work week, the strategic use of transparency in leadership, and the importance of leaders modeling family leave policies. It is intended as a resource for new leaders seeking to accomplish their goals while maintaining the wellbeing of their teams and themselves.