A recent poll has revealed that only 45% of Gen Z feel they have achieved a good work-life balance, which is significantly lower than those in the final stretch of their careers.
Furthermore, while 18% of young adults face dread on Sundays, an even larger group of 20% reported Monday mornings as the height of their anxiety.
According to the survey, Gen Z’s workplace anxieties include concerns such as completing tasks on time, difficult discussions with managers, and achieving a healthy work-life balance.
On a brighter note, 5% of under-25s claimed nothing in the office caused them anxiety.
Caspar Lee, a prominent digital entrepreneur, acknowledged the challenges faced by today’s youth, saying: “Navigating the modern workplace can be challenging, especially at this time of year when burnout is at its peak.”
He added insight into common stressors: “It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by deadlines, presentations, or even choosing the right outfit for an important meeting.”
To combat these stresses, almost half of Gen Z meticulously arrange their schedules to juggle responsibilities better and strive for a better work-life balance.
Interestingly, 1 in 10 are turning to AI technologies for help with time management, a rate 10% higher than over 55s.
Speaking about the phenomenon, a spokesperson for Google’s AI Assistant, Gemini Live, said:”AI assistants are perfectly poised to take on these problems and help quell the anxiety that comes with the modern 9-5.”
When quizzed on how an AI aid could alleviate work-induced stress, the younger generation leaned towards tailor-made relax plans, featuring schedules that meld breathing routines, meditation, and organised task lists set in advance.
Furthermore, a substantial two fifths of them would even rely on AI to devise their meal plans or structure their snacking habits.
