Millennials: „Sie haben ihre Boomer-Chefs erlebt und sich gesagt: Ich mache es anders“

Millennials are currently facing a career crisis that has been widely discussed on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok. Despite following the traditional path of obtaining degrees, internships, and working long hours, they have experienced a significant financial crisis. Rising living costs, a poor job market, and millennials saving up to 14 years for home ownership have led to financial insecurity.

According to Deloitte, nearly half of millennials felt financially insecure in 2025, despite their previous ability to deliver. Millennials are questioning their career choices and exploring alternatives such as job hopping, self-employment, part-time work, or even moving abroad. However, many millennials have also reached leadership positions and now face the challenge of leading empathetically while adhering to strict timelines and demands from both above and below.

The issue lies within the current working environment, which is characterized by VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity). Millennials have been exposed to this reality from the beginning of their careers. The research highlights that millennials are highly perfectionistic, making them more susceptible to dissatisfaction.

The crisis affects millennials' life planning, with over half of them delaying major life decisions due to financial reasons. To address this, individuals should redefine success by focusing on a portfolio of skills, networks, health, and time. The alternative lies in finding a balance between different aspects of life, avoiding extremes, and prioritizing activities that one truly enjoys.