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Gen Z Doesn’t Want a Boomer Boss

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Boomers are allegedly leaving the workplace to avoid Gen Z—but does Gen Z want to work with them anyway?

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  • Generational differences at work may be at an all-time high, with some actively seeking out roles to avoid their age gap coworkers
  • Most young workers, even Millennials, prefer younger managers—this isn’t just one generation’s attitude
  • This preference reflects changing expectations around work itself
People are working longer than ever, which means the office can now include up to five generations at once—from the Silent Generation all the way to Gen Z. On paper, that kind of range should bring diversity of thought and experience. In reality, it’s also bringing tension. Different communication styles, expectations around work-life balance, and...

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