Are Gen Z values making this generation unemployable?

Gen Z Values and Employment - A recent study indicates a significant disconnect between the values of Gen Z and what hiring managers seek [5] - Gen Z's top values include self-care (eudaimonia), authentic self-expression, and helping others [3][4] - Hiring managers prioritize achievement, learning, and work centrism [4] - Only 2% of Gen Z aligns with the top three values sought by hiring managers [5] Generational Differences and the Changing Work Bargain - Older generations value achievement and affluence more [7] - Gen Z may deeply value self-care due to a perceived broken "bargain" of postponing happiness for future rewards [7][8][9] - Gen Z might believe the traditional "hustle culture" and delayed gratification model is no longer viable, especially with the emergence of AI [10][9] Employer Strategies and Advice for Gen Z - Companies with strong brand names or desirable workplaces have an advantage in finding the 2% of Gen Z whose values align with theirs [13][14] - Companies may need to accommodate the 98% of Gen Z with differing values [15] - Gen Z individuals need to decide whether to prioritize living their values and finding a compatible company, or to bet on the traditional work bargain [17] - Individuals should be aware of the trade-offs involved in their career choices [17] Employability of Gen Z - The study questions whether Gen Z's values make them less employable to certain organizations [19] - The core issue is under what circumstances companies will hire and retain Gen Z employees [19]