Next-Gen Hires: How to Set Gen Z Up for Success
As Gen Z enters the workforce, employers face a unique challenge: how to support a generation shaped by digital life and global disruption. To help these new hires thrive, here are three practical strategies from Indeed’s editorial team:
1. Encourage Questions—Make It a Must
Gen Z employees may not yet know what questions to ask. Set the expectation clearly:
- Encourage questions during onboarding and check-ins.
- Consider anonymous Q&A boards or expand HR chatbots for easy access to information.
Remember: no question is too simple, and every answer builds confidence.
2. Acknowledge Their Disrupted Journey
COVID-19 deeply affected nearly half of Gen Z, with many facing job loss and financial strain.
- Create safe spaces for new employees to share their experiences.
- Show empathy and reassure them that the company supports their growth.
3. Set Clear Expectations and Coach Often
Joining the workforce for the first time is challenging.
- Clearly communicate rules about meetings, communication, reporting, and teamwork.
- Encourage managers to provide ongoing coaching and clarity.
Clear guidance is key—especially in digital or hybrid work environments.
Always Be Coaching
Frequent, supportive communication helps build trust and accelerates growth for Gen Z employees.
Source: This article is adapted from “Next-Gen Hires: Setting Gen Z Up for Success” by the Indeed Editorial Team, originally published July 6, 2022. Read the full piece here.
