New work and corporate democracy: how FOMs enable employee involvement

Generation Z demands more say in the workplace. Companies can use democracy to counteract the shortage of skilled workers.

The youth of today! Ranting about subsequent generations has always been a popular topic at the regulars' table. Many things may have been different in the past, but certainly not everything was better. The world of work in particular has changed, especially the relationship between employees and employers.

A study by HR consultancy Randstad found that Generation Z - those born between 1997 and 2012 - quickly turn their backs on their employer if expectations are not met. 56 percent of those surveyed would rather quit their job than accept grievances such as poor treatment by superiors, inadequate social standards or a lack of sustainability. In this respect, they differ from previous generations, who were more willing to accept inconvenience in return for a corresponding salary.

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