They are also keenly aware that everything they don’t currently know is a simple click or two away, which makes the bold decision to be an entrepreneur less arduous and easier to swallow.įrom the time of their birth, the internet and cell phones (for the most part) were commonplace. They aren’t afraid to chase those ideas and believe that they have what it takes to have similar successes. Whether it’s the notable rise of Steve Jobs and Bill Gates from toiling in their garages to accumulating limitless wealth, or the recurring stories of teenagers creating apps in their free time that make them overnight millionaires, Gen Z knows there is money to be made from good ideas. We regularly hear about rags-to-riches stories that have resulted from the technology boom. They witnessed how quickly the money can disappear, so financially-driven actions lead much of what they do. This financial focus is a byproduct of watching their Generation X parents lose significant savings in a very short period of time during the market crash and recession of 2008. If the decision came down to doing something they love or getting a more substantial paycheck, the paycheck will most often prevail. It’s not to say they wouldn’t prefer to enjoy what they do, but it is not a necessity for Gen Z. They’ll readily accept employment that provides a steady income and necessary benefits even if it isn’t their dream job.
Unlike their Millennial counterparts who often need to love what they do, Gen Z understands that work is performed for financial reasons. When it comes to work, Generation Z views their job as a means to an end.
With his article as both a source and inspiration, these ten defining characteristics of Generation Z will help better articulate what sets this generation apart from others, notably the Millennials with whom they are regularly confused.
Despite his young age, Miller spoke eloquently from a first-person perspective, comparing and contrasting Generation Z with other generations. Recently, I read an article in HR Magazine written by 16-year old Josh Miller, a thought leader on all things Generation Z.
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