Why companies don’t want to hire Gen- Z

Gen Z employees aren’t lazy. You’re just managing them wrong

If you’re a Millenial or Gen X manager, you’ve probably experienced some tension and frustration with your Gen Z employees. It’s easy to see them clutching their phones and label them as lazy, entitled, or detached from reality.But if you look under the surface, you’ll see that Gen Z brings an entirely new set of skills and work preferences on the table- and if embraced, these differences can benefit your organization more than one might think.

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Let’s break down some common gripes managers have of their Gen Z teams and how, in actuality, they can add value.

1. They’re Super Tech Savvy

Gen Z grew up with smartphones, social media and the internet at their fingertips, making them highly adept at using new technology. You’ll notice their quick ability to master new software, platforms or tools without much training. I’ve heard many managers complain that their Gen Z employees are addicted to their phones, but if we find the silver lining in that, one can assume many are also fluent in leveraging social media for brand engagement and marketing.

I’ve found that they thrive when given a task that involves them being on their phones, which could include doing…