Jamie Dimon’s reality check for ambitious workers: ‘There’s going to be a grunt part to every part of a job. Get over it’

Core Insights - JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon emphasizes the importance of hard work and resilience in the workplace, urging employees to accept the challenging aspects of their jobs [1][2][3] - There is a notable decline in workplace engagement among young workers, particularly Gen Z, with a reported five percentage point drop in engagement from 2024 to 2025 [1] - The average tenure for Gen Z workers in their first five years is now just 1.1 years, compared to 2.9 years for baby boomers during the same career stage, indicating a shift in job loyalty and expectations [1] - Dimon critiques the current emphasis on work-life balance over competitive compensation and career growth, suggesting that while balance is important, hard work remains essential for success [2][3] - He argues that the remote or hybrid work mindset adopted by many Gen Z workers may hinder their career development, advocating for a return to in-person work to foster innovation and learning [3]