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Ridgewood NJ, once upon a time, phones were for talking—shocking, right? Fast forward to today, and some Gen Zers treat an incoming call like a summoning spell from the underworld. A ringing phone? Pure anxiety. Answering it? Absolutely not.
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The Real Reason Behind Gen Z’s Political Shift: What U.S. Power Players Are Missing About This Generation’s Voter Psyche
Cheyenne Hunt, J.D. is a leading Gen Z authority, strategist and policy advocate.
Ridgewood NJ, ,as the 2024 Presidential campaign unfolded, many pundits and prognosticators were certain Gen Z voters would push the election in favor of the Democrat nominees. The unexpected results at nearly all levels of the election, however, both shocked analysts and revealed a more complex portrait of Gen Z voters and their evolving values.
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Ridgewood NJ, on Monday, Brian Niccol officially steps in as the new CEO of Starbucks, taking the reins as the company faces declining sales and a falling stock price. Starbucks made headlines in August when they announced Niccol’s appointment, replacing Laxman Narasimhan, who served as CEO since March 2023.
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Ridgewood NJ, in today’s high-cost living environment, many young adults find themselves turning to a familiar safety net: their parents. A recent report from Bank of America reveals that nearly half (46%) of Gen Zers, aged 18 to 27, rely on financial assistance from their families. Furthermore, 52% of them admit they don’t earn enough to live the life they desire, with day-to-day expenses being a significant barrier to their financial success.
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Ridgewood NJ, in an age dominated by digital screens and virtual experiences, there’s a surprising resurgence happening in the heart of communities: the public library. While some may perceive libraries as relics of the past, Generation Z is spearheading a movement to rediscover these invaluable institutions, redefining their purpose in the modern world.
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Ridgewood NJ, Despite the economy and limited paid time off , travel is still booming in 2023. So, how are Americans getting away? “Workcations” or “hush trips” are the latest travel trend and a new nationwide survey from GoCity finds roughly a third of remote workers have already taken one and worked while on a leisure trip.
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