Emotional intelligence is reshaping leadership, fostering trust, collaboration, and adaptability as Gen Z reshapes workplace expectations and values
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anxiety
UAE jobs: Why are Gen Z workers are taking more sick leaves? Career experts weigh in
Gen Z workers are taking more sick days than previous generations – but is it really necessary?
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Why Gen Z are the GOAT
Gen Z aren’t just delicate flowers who can’t handle the office environment, they can transform businesses for the better
Cryptocurrency
‘Feisty’ Gen Z millionaires shaking up investment world, pouring money into crypto, art
While designer goods and high-end real estate remain popular, young millionaires and billionaires are increasingly allocating significant portions of their wealth to unconventional investments and experiences
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‘Rizz’, ‘simp’, ‘stan’, ‘finna’: Gen Z slang words every employer should know in 2024
Here’s a breakdown of some key Gen Z slang terms that employers should be familiar with in 2024
alternative investment
Gen Z are investing in luxury goods over traditional assets. But is it worth it? Experts weigh in
Gen Z investors allocate funds to luxury goods and collectibles rather than stocks and bonds, driven by social media influence and changing market perceptions – but is it a wise decision to make?
E-commerce
How the Gen Z and millennial consumer are reshaping the retail sector
This is a seismic shift that the industry needs to be ready for
family businesses
Breaking the mould: How Gen Z professionals can transform businesses
Gen Z’s seamless assimilation into a rapidly changing world has made them a formidable force in the business landscape
Financial goals
Gen Z are investing nearly twice as early as Baby Boomers, says new report
Over a quarter of Gen Z respondents reported learning about investing in school, significantly higher than older generations, the survey said
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As ‘difficult’ Gen-Z workers in UAE and Saudi aren’t talking to older colleagues, we could all learn from better communication: LinkedIn
Gen Z in the UAE and Saudi Arabia are uncomfortable according to older colleagues. Find out how cross-generational communication is essential to business
Business dress codes
What to wear in the office: Smart casual, T-shirts, sneakers take over but experts warn of compromised professionalism
The corporate dress code has seen an immense metamorphosis within the last decade, sneakers in meeting rooms have now become the norm while the full suit takes a back step as generations change, here is what experts have to say
Financial literacy
UAE Gen Z employees are ‘doom spending’ and maxing credit cards to cope with economic uncertainty, say experts
As global uncertainties mount, from war to inflation, more individuals appear to be coping through short-sighted consumption booms. If unchecked, experts say doom spending trends could worsen future financial instability on both personal and national economic levels
Career perspectives
UAE Gen Z are most difficult to work with due to older ’20th century bosses’, say experts
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and remote education on Gen Z’s ability to succeed in entry-level positions are few key reasons
climate change
Gen Z want to leave home for climate conscious countries, report finds
The study highlighted the growing importance of climate considerations and sustainability in the consumer market
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Saudi Government and citizens lead world in shared values
Middle Eastern countries, including Saudi Arabia and UAE, lead the world in aligned values between citizens and Government
Dubai brands
Can sustainable luxury fashion inspire for generations to come?
With the “sustainable generation” set to become an economic powerhouse, does the luxury fashion industry need to appeal more strongly to Gen Zs by aligning with their values?
Budgeting
Financial literacy should be a life skill for Generation Z
Keeping accurate information about money is simply maths, not financial literacy. Understanding whether you should make a purchase is financial literacy