Understanding Gen Z’s Workplace Challenges: Insights from Uttar Pradesh

The objective of the research was to study the demographic profile of Gen Z and to examine the factors responsible for the problems faced by Gen Z in the workplace. The data for the research were collected from citizens of India. A structured questionnaire was prepared for a survey and distributed to respondents through a digital platform using Google Forms online and personal interviews (offline). A response was collected in January, 2024 to March, 2024. Data was collected from both primary and secondary data. Demographic profiles of Gen Z in the workplace are highlighted. Problems faced by Gen Z are discussed. The Cronbach's alpha value was calculated and was 0.745 which is good and acceptable for research. The data analysis outcome is that 74 respondents strongly agree on having job insecurities as many good people are ready to apply for jobs. 72 respondents strongly agree that Gen Z preferred digital communication over in-person interactions on the job. Gen Z was good in maintaining work and personal life balance as results show 71 respondents strongly agree. 68 respondents strongly agree that the traditional hierarchy structure is sometimes a hurdle for performing employees as promotions and appraisals are not as per their choice and wants. Employers and employees have an age gap, and therefore points of view between them sometimes have differences. Gen Z is always open to the feedback.