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The Future. As the first generation to grow up with social media, Gen Z has their whole lives documented online. This can ruin their professional aspirations since employers can take Gen Zers’ personal lives into consideration in the hiring process. To succeed in their careers, Gen Z may have to wipe the slate clean. Work […]
The Future. The open-floor concept of the Silicon Valley startup era is ending as workers yearn to recapture the personal space of the once-hated cubicle. As privacy becomes a key part of people’s optimal work environment, companies that provide dedicated space for each employee could see a hiring boost. Goodbye, ping-pong table; hello, privacyCubicles are […]
The Future. H&R Block’s “Outlook on American Life Report,” which examined the info of 20 million tax filers, found that millennials turned to side hustles to pay the bills, attain job security, and open up new creative channels. With more millennials taking on second and third jobs to keep up with housing prices and inflation, […]
The Future. Gen Z believes the current hallmarks of work life are antiquities of the mid-20th century. So, they’re pushing for more pay, more flexibility, and more purpose (but maybe less small talk) as they entered the workforce during a time where employees wielded considerable power. While that may strike some employers as asking for […]
The Future. Young people are so bad at professional networking that a number of collegiate classes are popping up to teach them the vital skill. While digital communication now comes second nature to the emerging workforce, shoring up soft skills for in-person small talk may decide whether someone lands a job or not. Oral examYoung […]
The Future. The biggest names in tech and finance are imagining a world with no work, endless resources, and a re-imagined economy. While this pie-in-the-sky, technology-subsidized “true socialism” (Elon Musk’s words) sounds like the C-suite cosplaying as Willy Wonka, the fact of the matter is someone will be in control of these cutting-edge means of […]
Gen Z prefers trade schools over college
If you’ve ever watched Swimming with Sharks or HBO’s Entourage, or even read the infamous Mailroom, you’ll know that everyone’s perceptions of a driven and successful workplace has been dominated by anger, frustration, anxiety and “paying your dues.” Recent news has shown us how toxic corporate cultures can greatly affect a business. Situations with The Weinstein Company and Zenefits are stark reminders that it doesn’t always pay to be “the bad guy,” “the asshole,” or anything other than put together, strong and empathetic.