Exec gave his Gen Z kids a list of ‘daddy tips’ when they became old enough to work—it included showing up on time and ‘bringing value to a meeting’
Bosses say Gen Z lack basic people skills. One exec turned decades of career advice into a cheat sheet for his own daughters before they started work
Gen Z workers possess advanced technical skills, but they frequently fall short in essential people skills, according to employers. Richard Roper, president of Marsh People and Investment (Hong Kong & Macau), decided to address this gap by creating a list of "daddy tips" for his Gen Z daughters before they entered the workforce.
The list encompassed a range of fundamental advice, including arriving punctually, demonstrating enthusiasm, being polite, respecting authority figures, and consistently providing value during meetings. Roper explained that these timeless human skills have become increasingly valuable in the current job market, where AI is increasingly being utilized.
Research indicates that Gen Z workers require improvement in these human skills, as many struggle to secure entry-level positions. Employers find themselves increasingly in search of these "old-fashioned" qualities, as they are in scarce supply among Gen Z job candidates. In fact, a 2024 Harris Poll survey revealed that 65% of Gen Z workers admitted to lacking confidence when discussing topics with colleagues.
While some companies have resorted to implementing etiquette classes and soft skills training, others, like Grindr CEO George Arison, are taking a more hands-on approach by involving their children in the workplace.
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