Against a backdrop of uncertainty, people are searching for new sources of control and stability. Where science and ancient wisdom have been conventionally pitted against one another, many are moving towards an integrated approach to authority that draws from the best of both worlds.

The self-made mythos is as powerful as ever, despite societal upheaval testing its limits. Even mundane pastimes have been monetised as people cash in on massive audiences and leave no niche unexplored. Selling out is no longer a source of embarrassment, it’s just what makes the world go round.

The slow erosion of the idea of meritocracy followed by a flurry of global crises has Gen Zers set firmly in an anti-ambition era. Social contracts with employers are being renegotiated by a generation that's rejecting the unhealthy career attitudes normalised by previous generations.

Gen Zers will account for more than one-quarter of the global workforce by 2025, and they’re bringing a different set of attributes, attitudes, and ambitions to the office. But what characterises the Gen Zer professional? And how could they redefine the world of work for generations to come?

Gen Zers have high expectations when it comes to the workplace. Among other things, they believe employers have a duty to provide financial management training to their staff. Having grown up in a world of instant access to products and services, Gen Zers want similar ownership levels at work.

The ‘great resignation’ has seen many Britons leave their roles for a more meaningful career or more flexibility in their work lives. With this in mind, LinkedIn’s Career Explorer is designed to help people discover new employment opportunities that they might not have otherwise thought about.