Often described as tech-savvy, diverse and socially conscious, research shows Gen Z places great value on authenticity and inclusivity. (Credit: abemos/Adobe Stock)
As Gen Z – typically those born between 1997 and 2012 – enters the workforce, this generation brings a new set of skills and perspectives to organizations. And like many prior generations, misconceptions start to emerge about their working styles and how difficult they are to manage.
Gen Z has a particularly bad rep for lacking work ethic, an over-reliance on tech that shields them from in-person interactions, being fragile and seeming entitled. But the reality is that every generation brings with it new perspectives, unique skills and different experiences that challenge what's been done in the past and how we work. Gen Z is no different.
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