Factors to Consider in Choosing Jobs for The Millennial and Generation Z in East Java
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.21111/at.v11i2.15558Keywords:
Job Factors, Motivational Factors, Career, EntrepreneurshipAbstract
This research was conducted on the millennial and Z generations who were looking for work or already working in East Java. Research respondents were people who fall into the millennial and Z generation categories. They were those born after 1980 and were looking for work or have worked for less than a year or more in various fields spread across East Java. The aim of this research was to describe the variables considered in choosing a job and working in various fields. It was also to analyze the performance expectations to be achieved while working. The population was the total number of people who were looking for work and/or have worked for less than one year or more. Data collection was carried out by distributing a list of questions. The data analysis technique used descriptive tabulation analysis techniques, and factor analysis. The results of the research show that there are seven factors to consider in choosing a job in the millennial and Z generations, namely (1) Commitment and Future Motivation, (2) technological development and entrepreneurial career, (3) socialization and environment, (4) income and creativity, integrity, (5) personality, (6) experience and outlook on life, (7) convenience communication and personal values. These factors can be taken into consideration in employing the Melineal and Z generations and for them can be used as a basis for choosing jobs that can increase job and career satisfaction as well as build businesses independently or become entrepreneurs.References
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