Discover How Gen Zs Challenge Asia’s Traditional Corporate Environment
When a group of Generation-Z employees from Seoul, Shanghai, Singapore, and Tokyo come together, they often converse fluently in English. However, their shared language of discontent lies in the rigid hierarchies and demanding work culture prevalent in Asian corporations.
The strict organizational structures, excessive working hours, and emphasis on physical presence have left many young professionals feeling unfulfilled. According to Gallup’s annual global survey on employee well-being, only 18% of under-35s in East Asia report feeling engaged at work, well below the lackluster global average of 23%. Japan and Hong Kong rank poorly in terms of employee engagement across all age groups.
2024-06-13 08:53:48
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