Generation Z: 83% of workers change jobs every two years
Generation Z frequently changes jobs not for the salary, but to gain greater benefits and flexibility.
Generation Z is the generation that, more than any other, does not intend to be exploited, and to achieve this, they are willing to change jobs frequently. Gen Z often changes jobs not for the salary, but to gain greater benefits and flexibility.
This is highlighted in a study conducted by Zety IT, which surveyed 1,100 workers born between 1995 and 2010.
Currently, there are 9 million young people in this category, and by 2030, they are expected to grow to one-third of the workforce.
Is Generation Z Made Up Only of Job Hoppers?
For Gen Z, work is so important that for 97% of them, it is part of their identity.
For this reason, when they no longer feel comfortable within a company, they choose to leave for a more fulfilling job. Many (75%) would be willing to quit their current job before finding a solution or starting a freelance career, rather than continue working without any satisfaction (74%).
On average, 83% change jobs every two years, and according to the report data:
- 33% have had only one job
- 34% have had two jobs
- 23% have had three jobs
- 9% have had four jobs
- 1% have had more than five jobs
Why Does Generation Z Decide to Change Jobs?
Gen Z is not willing to live to work, nor to do overtime that would hinder their free time (41%).
For 35%, having flexible work hours is essential, along with the opportunity to work remotely (27%). Additionally, the importance of working in a non-toxic environment (72%) and having growth opportunities (72%) is also significant.
In response to those who claim that “young people are not willing to commit,” Gen Z points out that they often work longer than agreed hours and frequently go beyond their job responsibilities (90%).
In fact, 93% of respondents work even while on vacation, with specifics as follows:
- 65% work occasionally
- 20% work often
- 8% work all the time
Rather than being unhappy, 33% would be ready to resign. A mere salary is no longer so important that they would give up career prospects and a good work-life balance.