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values and catered to their strengths.
What are Gen Zs unique needs in the
workplace?
The Gen Z workforce values different
elements of their careers than many
employees from older generations. These
young employees have specific needs at work
due to the differences in the world they were
raised in.
To attract and retain Gen Z employees,
employers need to foster a workplace culture
that is aligned with their values and catered to
their strengths.This can include:
Top-of-the-line technology
Because they’re digital natives who value
convenience, Gen Zers tend to have even
higher expectations for technology in the
workplace than the millennial generation.
These young workers don’t like to waste time
fumbling with archaic tools or workflows, and
often seek out professional settings where
they have access to the newest devices and
programs.
They also value the automation of menial
tasks and often leverage technology to help
them work more efficiently and accurately.
In fact, one-third of Gen Z employees
expect their employers to provide them with
modernized equipment, and one in five say
they won’t tolerate experiences with subpar
technology.
Learning and development opportunities
Gen Zers deeply value learning new skills
and progressing in their careers. In fact,
76% of Gen Z respondents reported that
they’re looking for professional training and
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