Millennials entered the workforce caring more about work than boomers, but now a survey has found no generation values work-life balance more — even Gen Z

Thu, 09/07/2023 - 07:56

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A study asked people if they agreed with prioritizing work at the expense of free time.
Back in 2009, 41% of millennials agreed, exceeding even baby boomers in their zeal for work.
Yet 13 years later, they're the cohort that cares most about work-life balance, beating even Gen Z.

When millennials started their careers they cared even more than baby boomers about working hard, but now they're the generation most in favor of a healthier work-life balance, according to a new study.