As with any generation, they have their own unique characteristics. Many of Generation Z's characteristics are tied to technology.
- 60% of this generation like to share knowledge online, a sign of collaborative skills
- 64% contribute to websites because they like learning about new things
- 76% feel that online experiences help them reach goals
- 66% say that technology makes them feel like anything is possible
- Generation Z lacks the ability to effectively communicate ideas, share an opinion, or debate an issue.
- After spending the majority of their formative years in front of a computer this generation of employees are unfamiliar with collaborative teams, face-to-face discussions, and public speaking.
- Instant feedback and immediate response to inquiries also limits the coping skills of this generation to problem solve.
- The skill to explore multiple solutions for a problem is not as mature in this generation as in previous generations.
- Generation Z will want to be heard no matter how junior they are, and perhaps may have little tolerance for working with those who don’t share their views.
- Generation Z may have less concern for responsibility, accountability and understanding of consequence.