Gen Z and Millennials Would Rather Be Unemployed Than Unhappy at Work

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Cindy Mutia Annur 13/04/2022 14:50 WIB

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Randstad Workmonitor 2022 survey results show that 33% of respondents would rather be unemployed than unhappy at work. The majority of these respondents are Gen Z and Millennial workers.

Respondents Who Chose Unemployment Over Workplace Unhappiness by Age Group (2022)

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Respondents Who Chose Unemployment Over Workplace Unhappiness by Age Group (2022)

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For many, having a job is crucial for supporting their lives. However, a majority of Gen Z and millennials would rather be unemployed than unhappy at work, according to the Randstad Workmonitor 2022 survey.

Specifically, 41% of workers aged 18-24 (Gen Z) agreed with this statement. Meanwhile, 38% of workers aged 25-34 (millennials) shared the same sentiment.

Furthermore, 36% of workers aged 35-44 chose unemployment over workplace unhappiness. This was also true for 28% of workers aged 45-54.

In contrast, only 25% of workers aged 55-67 opted for unemployment over workplace dissatisfaction.

The survey highlights a noticeable gap between younger and older age groups regarding the preference for unemployment over workplace unhappiness.

The survey states that "(This gap) is likely a result of key life milestones as people enter middle age and prioritize income and security over job satisfaction."

This survey involved 35,000 workers aged 18-67 in Europe, Asia Pacific, and America. It was conducted from February 21 to March 13, 2022.

Editor : Annissa Mutia

"Disclosure: This is an AI-generated translation of the original article. We strive for accuracy, but please note that automated translations may contain errors or slight inconsistencies."