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Gen Z in the Workplace in 2024: The 5 Key Themes

There are countless narratives about Gen Z and the workforce today, making it increasingly challenging to keep up with the changing narrative on young employees. Our work with Abode highlights the key themes defining Generation Z at work.

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New research on the five themes defining en Z in the workplace in 2024, commissioned from Abode.

1. The Etiquette Gap
1. The Etiquette GapThere is a lot of discussion around Gen Z professionalism in the workplace, labeled as the “etiquette gap”. Gen Z’ers are pushing back against this narrative, and believe workplace etiquette is a two-way street; Gen Z feels that what you give should be a reflection of what you get. It is not that Gen Z’ers do not care about professionalism, they just want to be met halfway and receive the same level of respect they give to you.
2. Security > Splurging
2. Security > SplurgingPost-pandemic inflation is not just a defining feature of the economic landscape today, it is something that is continually affecting how young people in the US are spending their money.
3. Work-Life Balance Autonomy
3. Work-Life Balance AutonomyThe discourse surrounding work-life balance and Gen Z is complex, from the need for better PTO packages to mental health resources to flexible working hours. For Gen Z, one thing is clear: they are reshaping how people see work.

4. Happiness at Work?

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5. Growing from Within

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