The Indeed Global Talent Report
Today's workforce is more multigenerational than ever, with baby boomers staying in jobs longer while Gen Z enters the market, creating unique challenges for employers. A global survey of 11,006 job seekers and 5,600 employers reveals that while multigenerational workplaces benefit both employee experience and business outcomes, significant perception gaps exist between generations. Gen Z faces the harshest criticism from all generations—including themselves—being viewed as lazy, entitled, and overly reliant on technology, yet they will comprise over a quarter of the global workforce by 2025. The survey shows 73% of respondents believe younger generations are more likely to job hop, with 65% of Gen Z actively seeking or open to new opportunities. Despite these challenges, employers who invest in bridging generational gaps through mentorship and targeted skill-building can unlock the potential of a diverse, multigenerational workforce.
In this guide, you'll explore
- Gen Z will account for more than 25% of the global workforce in 2025, making their preferences crucial for the future of work
- 73% of employers and job seekers agree that younger generations are most likely to job hop, with 65% of Gen Z actively seeking new opportunities
- All generations, including Gen Z themselves, view Gen Z as the most likely to exhibit negative workplace traits like being lazy, entitled, and overly reliant on technology
- 57% of employers and 53% of job seekers believe younger generations are less engaged with work compared to older colleagues
- COVID-19 significantly impacted Gen Z's ability to develop workplace skills and cultural norms through traditional in-person internships and entry-level jobs