China’s Gen Z Embrace ‘Naked Resignation’ To Enjoy Life (image-unsplash)
The ‘naked resignation’ is now a trend among Gen Z and young individuals in China. Young people in China are very critical of the job market.
While many are scaling back on their ambitions in terms of pay and job interest, others decide to quit, even if it means ending up unemployed.
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The ‘naked resignation’ term refers to leaving the job without securing a new job elsewhere. The tedious “996” schedule- 9 am to 9 pm, six days a week is a common example of China’s strict work culture.
As per Business Insider, resisting the current work scenario, youngsters are announcing their resignation from their jobs on social media. A 28-year-old widely shared a post on Weibo, China’s equivalent of Twitter, describing their resignation following a rise, with a focus on personal goals like traveling and learning English.
“In the last two years, my pay has risen once every half year, but I always thought that the most important thing in my life shouldn’t be work,” read the post.
It is no secret that China’s job market has been less than favorable for its young graduates and early career professionals. The unemployment rate of people aged 16 to 24 was 14.9% in December, compared to 6.1% for those aged 25 to 29 and 3.9% for those between 30 and 59.
The social media platform has also highlighted the generational divide in the issue. When Gen Z prioritized self-care and exploration, older generations viewed gap years with suspicion. However, with the help of the social media, the younger generations are more inclined to question the status quo regarding careers.
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Gen Z as of now is sharing money-saving tips on social networks, in the wake of the “revenge savings” movement. Popular Weibo hashtags delve deeper into the idea, discussing things like how much money should be saved, what to think about before making the leap, and even possible second occupations to pursue after taking a break.
