Securing the loyalty of Generation Z workers

Generation Z, namely people born from roughly the mid-1990s to 2010, are entering the workforce en masse. Like any young generation, Generation Z has its own specifics and its own strengths and weaknesses; it also requires a specific management approach. How to lead Generation Z workers and ensure their long-term satisfaction and loyalty?

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Provide meaningful work

Generation Z craves work with a deeper meaning. So you should make it clear to these workers exactly how their efforts contribute to the good of society, or to achieving goals of the team or company as a whole.

Give Generation Z room to grow

Young workers want opportunities for professional and personal development. Therefore, you need to offer them training, mentoring and opportunities for career progression.

Encourage flexibility

Generation Z values work-life balance. Flexible working hours, the ability to work from home or alternative working hours should all be in your repertoire if you want to have loyal employees from the younger generation.

Create an open and friendly environment

Young people value authenticity and openness. Build a culture where opinions can be shared, questions can be asked, changes can be proposed and open communication can be established.

Invest in technology

Generation Z has grown up with digital technology. This means these young workers are not only comfortable with technology, but also that they fundamentally need it to perform at their peak. Thus you need to invest in new technologies and empower your workforce to find new ways to use them.

 

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