A survey carried out by the HR consultancy and outsourcing EDC Group revealed that the Generation Z, composed of young people between 18 and 25 years old, demonstrates less engagement with work when compared to millennials (born between 1981 and 1996).
The survey, which included the participation of 328 Brazilians, revealed some striking characteristics of this generation in relation to their attitudes and behaviors in the work environment.
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Noncompliance with office hours and tasks
According to the results, 12.50% of respondents from generation Z said they did not comply with the established hours, starting the journey after the agreed time and ending it ahead of schedule. In addition, 4.35% reported not carrying out tasks that arise at the end of the working day, leaving it to other colleagues to carry out them.
These data indicate a trend of lesser commitment to schedules and professional responsibilities by this generation.
Generation Z and getting the job done
Another aspect revealed by the survey is that 25% of respondents agree that the younger generation does exactly what it was hired to do, without exceeding expectations or seeking challenges additional. That is, this generation tends to only perform the tasks assigned to them, without showing great initiative or willingness to excel at work.
Comparison with Millennials
When comparing the results obtained with millennials, it is clear that Generation Z has a lower level of engagement in the work environment. Only 1% of respondents between 35 and 40 years old reported not doing tasks at the end of the day, while 3% said they did not fulfill the established workday.
On the other hand, 16% of millennials in this age group prefer to exceed working hours to ensure completion of proposed activities for the day. Thus, this difference indicates greater dedication and commitment on the part of older people in relation to their professional responsibilities.
Generation Z and Quiet Quitting
A phenomenon called "Quiet Quitting” has also been observed among Generation Z. It is a subtle form of disengagement, in which young people remain in employment, but significantly reduce their effort and commitment to activities. They may not openly express their dissatisfaction, but their disinterest and lack of motivation end up reflecting on the quality of the work done.
This trend can be attributed to several factors, such as the search for a better balance between personal and professional life. In addition, there is a lack of prospects for career growth and a preference for flexible work or freelance projects.