Cash, Car, Calm?

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In recent years, IT companies have seen a growing influx of Gen Z talent. The generation raised with smartphones in hand and used to googling answers to everything.

As Eda puts it, their values differ from those of previous generations:

“It’s important for them to identify with the company and what it does. They want to feel in control of their lives. They want to enjoy life, not sacrifice it all for work.”

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At HR conferences, it’s sometimes summed up with the shorthand “3C”: cash, car, calm. In other words, a decent salary, a certain standard of living, and peace of mind. That doesn’t mean Gen Z doesn’t want to work. They just want more space for themselves and greater flexibility. That’s why they’re more likely to ask for part-time roles or remote work.

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Want To Travel For Half A Year? No Need To Quit Your Job.

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Work-life balance is a top priority for Gen Z. That’s why flexibility is one of the key tools to attract and retain this generation’s talent. Companies that can adapt to this have a real edge.

“If someone delivers quality work on time, it shouldn’t matter whether they do it in the evening, from a café, or the other side of the world,” explains Eda.

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Another key is openness. We try to give candidates a clear picture of what their job will look like, introduce the team, show them how our coffee tastes, and then we talk together to see if this is a place where they’ll feel at home.

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A Generation That’s Not Afraid

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According to Eda, Gen Z has a major advantage – healthy self-confidence.

They’re not afraid to speak up; they believe in themselves. And that’s great. But sometimes they assume experience will just come to them. They want to lead people before they truly understand what the job involves.

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There’s also been a shift in how authority is perceived. While it used to come from a title or years of experience, today’s younger professionals choose their leaders based on their approach and ability to listen. They value openness, honest communication, and authentic leadership.

They also bring fresh perspectives and often introduce new technologies that older generations might overlook.