Gen Z advocates for ‘Lazy Girl Jobs’ over work overload
NEW YORK, UNITED STATES — Defying the ‘Girl Boss’ phenomenon embraced by millennials, Gen Z workers — or those born between 1997 and 2012 — are championing ‘Lazy Girl Jobs’ (LGJs).
Gaining traction on social media platforms like TikTok, this trend sees Gen Z rejecting the former culture of overwork in favor of roles with a low-stress environment, clear-cut responsibilities, attractive benefits, and fair compensation.
Sharing their LGJ experiences online, one user said, “Lazy girl jobs are my favs, all I do is copy and paste the same emails, take three to four calls a day, take my extra long break, take more breaks, AND get a nice salary.”
However, other users explained that LGJs are not about encouraging laziness. Instead, they promote stress reduction and spare mental energy for personal passions, countering the work-centric norms of the past.
Emerging as an antidote to the burnout-fueling hustle of the 2010s, LGJs embody Gen Z’s pursuit of work-life equilibrium. LGJ advocate Gabrielle Judge clarifies that the goal is to resist a system perceived as counterproductive rather than endorsing lethargy.
Yet, the future of LGJs is uncertain, as jobs demanding little creativity or effort are prime candidates for AI automation. Furthermore, career consultant Tiffany Dyba points out that landing an LGJ is a privilege that may elude marginalized groups.
Regardless of its longevity, the LGJ movement marks a significant shift in Gen Z’s work philosophy, showcasing their intent to exist within capitalism without adhering to traditional notions of productivity.
