Melissa is an exceptional partner in regional economic development. Her ability to coordinate seamlessly with Alliant Energy ensures that Winnebago and Worth counties are always positioned for growth. She is proactive, deeply knowledgeable, and highly collaborative- bringing her into a project early is a guarantee that things will move forward efficiently and successfully.
— Chad Hansen , Alliant Energy
Gen Z isn’t ‘quiet quitting’—they’re grappling with a lack of interpersonal connection
14 Mar 2023
News
People have claimed that Gen Z workers are “quiet quitting.” That is, doing the bare minimum to maintain their position at work.
This behavior isn’t explained by some stark generational divide that’s left young people devoid of ambition while their seasoned counterparts maintain a no-nonsense work ethic that’s driven them forward for years. No, a lack of work ethic isn’t to blame—but a lack of interpersonal connection and belonging in the workplace may very well be.
Read the complete article from Fast Company here.
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