Gen Z: „Die Demut kehrt zurück – aber nicht bei allen“

In Gen Z, der Demut kehrt zurück - aber nicht bei allen, the younger generation is demanding more from their jobs despite the economic crisis. According to a survey by Indeed, job offers for entry-level positions have dropped by two-thirds since their peak in 2022, significantly more than the overall market. This shift in expectations raises questions about what young people now consider important in their work lives and whether they are willing to prioritize their needs over their jobs.

However, despite their demands, the majority of Gen Z still believes in putting in their best effort at work. While older generations place a higher value on overtime work, Gen Z expects companies to earn their right to ask for it. The study also reveals that young people are concerned about work-life balance and job security, but less so than their older counterparts who still view job chances positively.

Despite their strong work ethic, Gen Z remains cautious about burnout, which is more influenced by external factors like economic instability, wars, and climate change than by a collective sense of laziness.