‘Chase Excellence’: Why Gen Z Is Choosing Learning And Growth Over Salary In First Jobs

‘Chase Excellence’: Why Gen Z Is Choosing Learning And Growth Over Salary In First Jobs

Last Updated:March 18, 2026, 16:06 IST A survey shows over 90% of Gen Z respondents willing to accept slightly lower salaries if the job offered stronger learning opportunities and faster career growth Learning opportunities, including access to mentorship, exposure to real projects and chances to develop new skills, have emerged as the top factor influencing…

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One Job Is Not Enough: Why Gen Z Is ‘Lily Padding’ Between Roles To Chase Faster Career Growth

One Job Is Not Enough: Why Gen Z Is ‘Lily Padding’ Between Roles To Chase Faster Career Growth

Last Updated:March 10, 2026, 08:30 IST Why are Gen Z workers leaving jobs so quickly? A new trend called ‘lily padding’ shows young professionals hopping roles every 1-2 years to grow faster. Gen Z professionals are switching jobs faster, prioritising skills, growth and flexibility over long-term company loyalty. (Image-AI) Instead of climbing one corporate ladder,…

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Meeting Fatigue, Always-On Work, Low Productivity: Are Employees Done With Hustle Culture In 2026?

Meeting Fatigue, Always-On Work, Low Productivity: Are Employees Done With Hustle Culture In 2026?

Last Updated:January 13, 2026, 08:00 IST Data shows with AI productivity expectations are rising, but mental health, satisfaction remain low. The question is not whether hustle culture is harmful, but whether it is dying Automation, AI tools, and hybrid work models were expected to reduce manual load, streamline tasks, and free up time. In practice,…

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