Gen Z Viewpoint

Generation Z (born 1997-2012) is the newest addition to the workforce, and like each generation before them, they bring a different set of values and priorities regarding employment. A recent survey indicated that nearly 60 percent of Gen Z workers view their current jobs as transitory. This is also reflected in comparatively high turnover rates and short employment tenures. Ironically, a survey of Gen Z “job-hoppers” vs. “non-job-hoppers” reveals that the latter do better in 5 different measurement categories: Career Growth Path, Work-Life Balance, Overall Job Satisfaction, Mental Health and Financial Stability. Job-hoppers also tend to feel ‘burned out” more than their more “stable” counterparts.

One important set of studies reveals that when employees have the opportunity to develop creative projects outside of work, their performance and creativity at work are increased as well. Employers who track their employees’ work minutely (e.g., via stroke counts, counting calls made or emails sent, etc.) actually stifle creativity. Examples given are as diverse as Albert Einstein (played violin) and Simone Biles (has hobbies including history, music, pets, and movies, among others outside gymnastics).

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