What your young employees really think of the future of work

The youngest demographic of workers — and how they will change the future of work — has been one of the most talked about topics by employers and HR leaders. But what do Gen Z employees have to say for themselves??

“There's all this talk about us, but who's including us in the conversation?” says Danielle Farage, a Gen Z marketing director for marketing firm Cafe. “We don't have many advocates.” To help employers bridge the communication gap, they need to find common ground. A mentorship program could be a good first step, and talking to young workers about the benefits they want most can get them to stay engaged with your organization. See what these young workers had to say about the state of work today:

Read: Gen Z on Gen Z: What your young employees really think of the future of work

Even the most routine aspects of interviews, like using small talk to start the conversation, can cause interviewers to get off on the wrong foot, says Maggie Smith, the vice president of HR at Traliant, a compliance training provider.?For example, an interviewer may ask about the candidate’s family or where they went to college, without realizing that the candidate’s answer may unfairly inform the employer’s view of them. If a candidate has children, especially if she is a woman, hiring managers could see her as a liability, while name-dropping colleges may incite bias if the interviewer is an alum, explains Smith.?She shares some best practices for an unbiased interview:

Read: Hiring? Here’s how to avoid bias in your interview questions

Black women experience maternal mortality two to three times more than their white counterparts, according to the CDC, with 43 Black women dying per every 100,000 births. But the CDC admits that 60% of mortality and morbidity birth outcomes for all women were preventable.?Doulas could provide an essential service and improve birth outcomes. These professionals provide techniques and comfort measures to help pregnant women get through labor with minimal medical intervention, while also setting a plan for the birthing experience itself.?Here's why your insurance plan should cover these services:

Read: Why doulas could improve maternal health and birth outcomes for Black women

In an effort to find a location that would?suit working dads the best, WalletHub compared all 50 states on factors like the average length of the work day for men, child care costs, and the number of men in good or better health.?See the list and if your state made the rankings.

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