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Collaboration This goes hand in hand with the rule above as it feeds in to the value that this generation needs to see and feel. Get them involved in projects at an early stage; mix up the generations on a team so that all can learn from each other and encourage a collaborative approach.


Environment Yes, these social media bunnies are good at making the comparison and so they’ll know if your office doesn’t measure up. They will have heard stories from friends about offices with gyms (or at least gym membership) attached, quiet zones and comfy breakout spaces; companies who provide subsidized food or beer on a Friday, not to mention the obligatory ping pong table and free fruit.


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As with any other age group, listen to your under 23 year olds and see what they feel works best for them. It could be that they will flourish in an activity-based office where they can move around freely and this will certainly help with their integration. It doesn’t have to be ball pools and slides.


Ultimately, Generation Z want to do work that is relevant and for a company, with clear values, that provides a good cultural match. They’re looking for fulfillment; somewhere that will help them to develop a sense of status; a workplace where they will belong.


If you can provide them with space that makes them feel both at ease and a part of what’s going on around them, they will acclimatize and fully integrate with the company and the team.


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