Managers and HR professionals have no doubt heard of the engagement crisis alleged to have infected Millennials and Generation Z in the workplace, as manifested in terms like “quiet quitting.”
Of course, workers in any age group can and certainly do engage in quiet quitting and other symptoms of poor engagement and morale. However, businesses have become increasingly concerned about engagement with the youngest members of the workforce for several reasons.
Generational Differences
First, workers from previous generations often don’t understand the newest entrants to the workforce very well. That’s a natural cultural divide and nothing new, but it contributes to challenges in helping younger workers feel a sense of belonging.
