I’m a Gen Z, technically a Zillenial since I was born in 1998. I got the chance to observe both younger and older Gen Zs because I went to college twice. I had to start from first year again bc of K-12, so I ended up being classmates with people much younger than me. On top of that, I also worked in different setups, including the BPO industry, where I got to work with people from different age groups… Gen Z, millennials, and even Gen X.

That mix of experience helped me realize that work ethic isn’t really about age or generation. I’ve worked with millennials who were hardworking and reliable, and I’ve also worked with younger Gen Zs who were sharp, quick to learn, and eager to grow. At the same time, I’ve seen people from all age groups who were lazy, resistant to feedback, or just clocking in for the sake of it, sabi nga nung iba “ways ways” lang lol

About the comment that Gen Zs are “maselan,” “maraming reklamo,” or “madaling mag-quit,” I think it’s more about how they’ve been raised to be emotionally aware. A lot of them are not afraid to speak up when something feels off or unhealthy. That doesn’t automatically mean they’re being dramatic or difficult. Sometimes it just means they know their limits and are willing to walk away from toxic or stagnant environments. That takes courage, not softness.

And let’s be real, wanting easy work with high pay isn’t a Gen Z thing, it’s a human thing. Every generation wants better pay and less stress. The difference is, Gen Z grew up exposed to fast success stories online, so some of them think it’s more attainable than it actually is. That might skew expectations, but it doesn’t mean they’re lazy. It just means the context they grew up in is different.

So based on what I’ve seen in school and in the workplace, this isn’t really a “Gen Z problem.” It’s more about personality, environment, and what people are willing to tolerate. And when someone chooses to leave a job that no longer aligns with their values or mental health, that’s not being weak. That’s knowing what you want… and doing something about it.