One fact has sparked the warning in the HR areas: only 6% of Generation Z workers says that their main professional ambition is to occupy leadership positions.The number, revealed by the 14th edition of Deloitte's global survey of more than 23 thousand respondents from 44 countries, indicates a profound change in the behavior of new generations in the labor market.
For Karina Pelanda, HR NOSSA Recruitment and Selection Manager, the data is a clear sign that companies need to adapt urgently:
“The young professional does not just want to move up the career ladder, he wants quality of life, purpose and a constant development plan. Companies that do not understand this will lose the best talent to the competitor”, he says.
The survey also points out that 70% Gen Z invests in learning new skills weekly, and much of this effort is done outside office hours.At the same time, more than 48% do not feel financially secure, and more than half live from salary to salary.
This scenario explains, according to the expert, why so many young people are seeking side jobs or opting for companies that offer more flexible benefits and real possibility of personal growth and not just vertical.
According to Pelanda, the fundamental factors to attract and retain professionals from younger generations are the clear purpose and aligned values, Continuous investment in learning, as well as flexibility and mental well-being:
“About 44% Gen Z has already resigned from positions that did not offer a sense of purpose. It is no longer possible for companies to ignore the social and environmental impact of their work. These professionals value environments where they can constantly learn. Long working hours and toxic environments are among the main stress factors. Flexing schedules and training leaders as a focus on the human is a competitive differential, concludes Karina.
Other data that draws attention according to the survey is that 31% Gen Z intends to change jobs in the next two years, 86% consider soft skills essential for career growth and 63% are afraid that artificial intelligence will eliminate jobs.
