Generation Z: Increasing Self-Perceived Employability and Well-being through Serious Leisure

Mahayosnand, Ponn P. and Sabra, SM (2024) Generation Z: Increasing Self-Perceived Employability and Well-being through Serious Leisure. GILE JOURNAL OF SKILLS DEVELOPMENT, 4 (3). pp. 87-92. ISSN 2732-3781

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Abstract

Generation Z (Gen Z) is the best-educated, technologically adept, and most racially and ethnically diverse generation entering the workforce today. Gen Z also has the highest rate of diagnosed depression and anxiety. They prefer to have a side hustle on top of their full-time jobs; however, the act of monetizing their leisure activity has been shown to add more stress. The benefits of serious and casual leisure are shared; with emphasis on the need for Gen Z to engage in more forms of serious leisure to enhance their well-being and self-perceived employability. Employers and schools should encourage, promote and invest in more serious leisure activities for Gen Z. Continuing the emerging focus on research in leisure studies and careers, specifically focusing on Gen Z is highly recommended.

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