Core Concepts
Many young professionals, including the author's friends, are experiencing widespread job dissatisfaction, leading to phenomena like "quiet quitting" and the "Great Resignation".
Abstract
The article explores the growing trend of job dissatisfaction among young professionals, particularly millennials under 35 and Gen Z. The author discusses how phrases like "quiet quitting", "lazy girl jobs", and the "Great Resignation" have come to define the recent work experiences of this demographic.
The author shares a conversation with her friend S, who despite being employed since college graduation, has been in a perpetual state of job dissatisfaction. The article suggests that this sentiment is widely shared among the author's friends and peers.
The article delves into the potential reasons behind this trend, including a mismatch between expectations and reality, lack of work-life balance, and a desire for more meaningful and fulfilling work. The author also touches on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has further exacerbated these issues for many young professionals.
The article highlights the need for employers to better understand and address the evolving needs and priorities of the younger workforce, in order to foster greater job satisfaction and employee engagement.