In this time of uncertainty surrounding economic, health, and mobility, it is crucial to learn how people are coping with the COVID-19 pandemic. As a generational researcher who has led more than 65 generational studies around the world, it is clear that this pandemic is the Generational Defining Moment for Gen Z. So, what does that mean?
As I shared with Axios in their recent article, “COVID-19 is going to be the 9/11 of the Gen Z generation.” Yet the extent of the current crisis is unknown, especially as it is still unfolding in real-time. How all of these rapid changes to daily life affect people’s mental health is not yet fully realized (though it will likely have negative effects).
As a generational researcher and strategist, I am closely researching the impact of COVID-19 on Gen Z. The oldest members of this rapidly-emerging generation are already 24 years old. My team is monitoring how the pandemic will change the attitudes, behaviors, and expectations of this generation.
Jason Dorsey and Denise Villa, Ph.D., share an update on COVID-19. Based on CGK’s research, we believe the COVID-19 pandemic is the most formative Generation Defining Moment that has shaped Gen Z at this critical time in their transition into adulthood.
It’s exciting to see Gen Z emerge as buyers in the home market. We are just beginning to shape a deep, research-based understanding of Gen Z as consumers, and at CGK, we are eagerly researching Gen Z to see what kind of impact this up-and-coming generation will make on our world.
A recent USA Today article about generations quoted CGK President and generational expert, Jason Dorsey. The article revealed how Millennials and Gen Z are reviving products and practices that have declined in popularity in recent years (or decades). The list includes record players, Polaroid cameras, and even marriage!
A recent survey from the National Retail Federation found that Gen Z—also known as iGen and Centennials—was surprisingly the demographic most likely to shop in-store during Black Friday 2019. This… Read more
Far from bringing the end of traditional retail, Gen Z—also known as iGen and Centennials—seem likely to drive a major shift in the way retailers do business. Deep personalization, immediate value, and brand mission will likely guide the future of brick-and-mortar shopping.
CGK’s CEO, Dr. Denise Villa, was quoted in a new CNBC article about the impending flood of Gen Z into the workforce. As a generation with no memory of life before smartphones,… Read more
The term “tech-savvy” conjures images of young digital savants effortlessly manipulating technology in ways that people from older generations often struggle to emulate. This perception can exacerbate generational divides. With… Read more
The Class of 2019’s expectations fall into three general areas, all of which reside under the broader umbrella of “culture.”
Can the Millennial and Gen Z generations turn what has been a challenging intro to adulthood into a successful, financially stable future?
As employers look to attract Gen Z, they need to be looking at them as an entirely new generation and not just an extension of the Millennials.
I shared with BizBash.com my top 5 strategies for engaging Millennials and Gen Z at meetings and conferences now.
I just returned from headlining a global business conference in Singapore.
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“What are your favorite tips for getting Gen Z job applicants?”
How many reviews does Gen Z read before making a first-time purchase online?
In our new State of Gen Z 2018 research report, we uncovered how strongly Gen Z feels about online influencers.
Watch my video to find out if college debt will impact Gen Z the same as it did Millennials.
