Some Gen Z and Millennial workers are actively deprioritizing their career growth to pursue better work-life balance.
For instance, in this viral video, TikTokker @aaronflarin explains why he’s trying to descend the corporate ladder, saying "I just think it's better for mental health." It has been viewed 1.2 million times, and now, TikTok is awash with similar videos of others who are doing the same.
With an estimated 8 out of 10 employees at risk of burnout this year, it’s perhaps no wonder that the younger workforce isn’t buying into the idea that working harder is the only option for employees. According to Deloitte, poor well-being is pushing many Gen Z and Millennial workers to consider reducing their working hours, despite the impact this could have on opportunities for skills development and promotion.
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