How Gen Z is Redefining Work: Challenges, Values, and the Future Workforce

15/10/2024 35 min
How Gen Z is Redefining Work: Challenges, Values, and the Future Workforce

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Episode Synopsis

Gen Z has reshaped the recruiting game, challenging employers to rethink their strategies. With the pandemic as a catalyst, this generation values work-life balance and social responsibility. Recruiters must align job roles with these evolving expectations to attract and retain Gen Z talent in today’s competitive workforce.
In this episode, we look at Gen Z, recruiting, workforce, pandemic, social responsibility, work-life balance, and how these keywords shape the future of recruitment and talent acquisition.
Key Takeaways:

The pandemic shaped Gen Z’s workforce values, impacting their career choices and expectations.

Employers must align recruiting strategies with Gen Z's emphasis on social responsibility and work-life balance.

Recruiters need to highlight company values and culture when attracting Gen Z candidates.

Employers should acknowledge and respect Gen Z's concerns to build a loyal workforce.

Agile recruitment processes are essential to meeting the fast-changing expectations of Gen Z.

Gen Z candidates evaluate companies based on alignment with personal causes and values.


Chapters
00:00 Who is Jeremy Bilsky?
02:55 The Impact of the Pandemic on Gen Z
09:33 Employers Backpedaling and the Challenges of the Job Market
17:31 Gen Z's Values and Causes in the Workplace
20:57 The Role of Recruiters in Selling Company Values
25:04 Taking Gen Z's Concerns Seriously
29:50 Adapting to the Changing Needs of Gen Z Candidates
31:15 Conclusion and Thank You

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Ryan Leary LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanleary/
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