In a Money Mind survey of 508 young adults in Singapore aged 21 to 28, 65% prioritised work-life balance, followed by high wages (62%) and flexible work arrangements (53%). From seeking faster promotions to setting clearer boundaries, Gen Z employees are entering the workforce with different priorities — and not all companies are keeping up. “When you come into a job before you even prove yourself and ask for a pay raise or promotion, that’s what makes it quite scary to hire Gen Zs,” says Shulin