In this recent article published in Open Access in Sociológia – Slovak Sociological Review, Francesca Bellini, member of EVS Italian team, and Vera Lomazzi, Secretary of the Executive Committee of the European Values Study and member of the Italian team of EVS, explore these emerging trends across generations and regions, revealing how the pandemic has catalyzed a shift in work values that was already in progress.
The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered profound shifts in how we view work, with concepts like the “Great Resignation,” “quiet quitting,” and “quiet thriving” becoming more prevalent. As individuals increasingly search for meaning and balance in their careers, the desire to align professional success with personal well-being is reshaping the workplace landscape.
This evolving dynamic brings about new challenges and opportunities for organizations, labor unions, and policymakers. To navigate these changes effectively, we need to rethink how we support employee well-being, happiness, and work-life integration.
Read the full article to discover how the world of work is evolving and how new generations are shaping the future of professions.
Bellini, F., Lomazzi, V. (2024). Changing Work Values: Beyond Hustle Culture. Sociológia – Slovak Sociological Review, 56(6), 555-580. 0049-1225. DOI: https://doi.org/10.31577/sociologia.2024.56.6.20