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The characteristics of Generation Z

Anna Dolot

Abstract

Generation Z is going to be an important part of human resources within the labor market. As this generation was born and raised under specific conditions different from the other generations in the labor market (e.g., they have always had ubiquitous Internet access), questions arise about the characteristics of the youngest generation – what are they like? The results of this study, based on 1162 representatives of Generation Z (using questionnaires), show that, for the Generation Z, feedback about the results of their work is a crucial element that they most identify with and expect (72%). Additionally, new technologies are a natural environment for them. In the context of their mobility, they willingly go on foreign business trips, but they are not so willing to relocate for work. Although it is said that they easily change their jobs, according to the research results, they would be happy to be employed for a longer period of time by one employer (even their entire life – 39%), but their work needs to be attractive. A fast career as a priority for Generation Z was the most rarely chosen characteristic (only 17% identify with this statement). The research sample is not representative.

Keywords: Generation Z, Generation C, feedback, work-mobility, employment period

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AUTHORS

Anna Dolot

The Author (PhD) is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Labor Resource Management, Krakow University of Economics. Her field of interest is human resources management, specially recruitment and selection process, adult people development, and motivation. For 13 years she has been consulting with businesses, both as a business trainer and an HR expert.

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.15219/em74.1351

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Dolot, A. (2018). The characteristic of Generation Z. e-mentor, 2(74), 44-50. DOI: https://doi.org/10.15219/em74.1351