Food Technology Magazine | Issues and Insights
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The first half of Generation Z (individuals born between the years of 1997 and 2012) has officially entered the workforce. Their arrival has shaken up the status quo across industries, with some baby boomer (and even a few millennial) managers suggesting this cohort is “not ready” for work. As noted in a 2024 survey conducted by Intelligent.com, many managers feel like this new generation of workers lacks motivation, professionalism, and adequate communication skills. The differences observed be…