The new generation of workers value fun and enjoyment over work perks and salary, says research from jobs aggregator SEEK.
This attitude could make them the most successful generation yet at finding true work-life balance.
Working from home is a priority for workers who are raising families but not so much for Baby Boomers and Generation Z, says SEEK’s Laws of Attraction research.
It also found that the youngest people entering the workforce want to be engaged and fulfilled and still have a good time doing so, prioritising work/life balance over compensation and career advancement.
The data shows almost half of Gen Z employees (47 per cent) want fun co-workers and managers, compared to 41 per cent of Gen Y and about a third of Gen X (36 per cent) and Baby Boomers (32).
SEEK customer insights and strategy head Aimee Hutton says Gen Z workers want supportive, respectful and inclusive culture more than any other age group.
“Our youngest workers are eager to learn and grow their careers, but want to do so in an environment they feel supported and inspired by,” she says. “Money is important to them but not at the expense of their work/life balance.
“On-the-job training and development ranks significantly higher on the list of must-haves for Gen Z compared to all other generations.
“A modern workspace is also highly indexed for our youngest workers, as is additional leave entitlements.”
Their relationship with peers is one of the top reasons Gen Z want to have or keep their job, cited by 62 per cent of workers.
Did you find or have you found true work-life balance? What do you think of this generation’s attitude towards work?
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