A new survey shows that on average, Gen Z end up applying for twice as many jobs as older workers before securing a role.
According to the data, 24 is the average number of applications those aged 18-28 are submitting before being employed. This is compared to just 13 for Gen X and 11 for Baby Boomers.
The Totaljobs’ latest report ‘Age Advantage: Overcoming Age Bias to Hire Experienced Talent’ found that half (52%) of younger applicants feel they are wrongly seen as being less reliable or loyal to a firm because of their age.
This has resulted in over half (56%) considering accepting roles that they are overqualified for and 46% not including their age on their CVs.
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Natalie Matalon, Chief People Officer at Totaljobs (part of The Stepstone Group) said, “Younger workers are the future of any business. Ensuring they have opportunities to gain experience and develop their skills is critical for the workforce’s future. However, our research indicates that unconscious biases still prevent many businesses from fully accessing this vital talent pool.
“Businesses that embrace training and onboarding the fresh perspectives of younger workers will be better positioned to address talent shortages and nurture a skilled workforce for the future.
“While it’s promising that many employers already recognise the value of Gen Z, accelerating efforts to build more inclusive recruitment practices will unlock even more growth opportunities for both businesses and individuals.”
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