Gen Z’s reputation precedes them, as new criticisms of being “lazy” and “difficult to work with” seemingly occur almost daily. Whether analyzed in research or referenced in pop culture moments, there is no doubt the perceived notion that Gen Z “lacks work ethic” is impacting how everyone perceives the youngest members of the workforce.
The pessimistic opinions surrounding Gen Z’s defining characteristics prove that employers can’t fully shake their antiquated ideas of what work should look like. If we’ve learned anything from the pandemic, it’s that normal no longer exists—or at least in the way it did five years ago. As the most diverse generation in history asserts its influence, many business leaders’ gut reactions are to panic against pressures to once again alter how we work.
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