Gen Z workers vs. millennial bosses: 'Having high expectations and wanting work-life balance and an employer who cares isn't a bad thing'

Business Insider spoke to Gen Z workers and millennial managers about how they approach work. The Gen Z workers challenged the 9-to-5 work hours, hustle culture, and strict dress codes. Two millennial managers are learning from Gen Z's focus on work-life balance and self-expression.

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You can opt-out at any time by visiting our Preferences page or by clicking "unsubscribe" at the bottom of the email. Advertisement Gen Z, a generation born between 1997 and 2012, continues to challenge the workplace status quo and rewrite the narrative of professionalism. "Hustle culture" is being replaced with work-life balance, emotions are edging their way into corporate conversations, and business casual is a distant memory.

But sometimes, the transition is not without strife from older generations who intend to reinforce the standard. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now.

Have an account? Log in . For example, some millennials who manage Gen Zers face the unique challenge of weighing their corporate conditioning against more progressive ideals. As a result, they're modifying their lea.