# Gen Z Workers Aren't Lazy—Employers Are Missing This

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Podcast: [Tell Me More with CJ Quartlbaum](https://stenobird.com/podcast/tell-me-more-with-cj-quartlbaum-7087687)
Published: 2026-04-30T01:23:14+00:00
Episode link: https://tellmemorewithcj.substack.com/p/gen-z-workers-arent-lazyemployers
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summary This conversation explores the emotional and psychological challenges Gen Z faces in the workplace, emphasizing the importance of creating psychologically safe environments. It highlights the impact of childhood trauma, societal shifts, and the need for empathetic leadership to support this generation’s mental health and professional growth. Get full access to CJ's Substack at tellmemorewithcj.substack.com/subscribe

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