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Yahoo
7 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
58% of Gen Z workers say their job is a ‘situationship'
This story was originally published on To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily newsletter. For many Gen Z workers, a job isn't a career — it's what they would call a 'situationship,' a temporary arrangement with no long-term commitment. That's according to a survey of 1,008 professionals conducted by invoice factoring service Gateway Commercial Finance. Researchers found nearly six in 10 (58%) Gen Z respondents described their current role as a 'situationship,' a short-term job they never intended to stay in for the long term. Of those planning to leave their roles, nearly half (47%) said they expect to exit within the next year, and half of that group said they're ready to quit at any moment. Gen Z, those born between 1997 and 2012, has entered the workforce in an environment marked by economic uncertainty and skepticism about long-term institutional promises like ROI on their college education, individual home ownership and the availability of Social Security benefits. Though efforts have been made for the future income of Generation Beta, those born between 2025-2039, Gen Z'ers started their careers in a transformation of the essence of corporate America and amidst major result, as researchers indicate, is a cohort of workers with a transactional approach to their careers, often choosing flexibility and short-term gains over traditional values like perks and job security. Short tenures mean real costs Gen Z tenure is extremely low. The survey revealed that the average job tenure for Gen Z professionals is just 1.8 years. Their attitude towards leaving is also untraditional, as nearly a third of Gen Z employees (30%) have 'ghosted' an employer, quitting without any notice or explanation. The two-week notice period, a post-World War II human resources implementation that has entrenched itself in corporate ethics, isn't resonating with younger employees, as some thought leaders argue that it is not owed because it is not reciprocated by the employer. While that behavior reflects changing values around job loyalty, it also presents business leaders with a serious material human capital risk. From a finance leader's perspective, high turnover carries a direct cost. Every short-lived hire means lost onboarding expenses, lost productivity and added pressure on teams forced to pick up the slack. As Gen Z enters mid-level positions and eventually into leadership roles, retention is no longer just HR's problem. It can develop into long-term margin pressure, particularly if Gen Z's habits trickle into future generations in the years to come. Though the idea of changing jobs frequently, known as job hopping, has recently been labeled as a way to grow salary quickly, Gen Z job-hoppers report lower levels of satisfaction than their more tenured peers. Job hoppers are 65% more likely to report feeling burned out (38% vs 23%). Non-hoppers also have better work-life balance, job satisfaction, mental health and financial stability. For CFOs, that kind of disengagement often means spending more on hiring, training and covering for people who burn out or leave too soon. This shift in tenure and dip in engagement puts pressure on workforce planning, the sustainability of current staffing models and the long-term dependency of leadership pipelines. Data indicates that down the line, finance leaders will need to build more flexibility into predictions around labor costs, rework retention benchmarks and ensure that short cycles of employment throughout the organization don't erode areas like the organization's mission and its institutional knowledge. Salary transparency and job stability Multiple datasets, including Gateway research, have indicated that those in Gen Z can see through the corporate jargon that can often cloak the foundation of the employee-employer relationship. To them, it's about the lifestyle and the money. Less than half (46%) of Gen Z workers said they believe staying loyal to one employer is rewarded in today's job market. That skepticism is reshaping how they view compensation and career paths. In unrelated research on a similar topic from earlier this year, 71% of Gen Z workers said salary transparency is essential, and 58% said they won't apply to jobs that don't list a pay range. Many are also more comfortable discussing pay with coworkers, creating friction in workplaces where more tenured leaders may view those conversations as workplace taboo. That same report also showed that some Gen Z professionals are supplementing their income through areas like OnlyFans streaming and online gambling. This shift reflects a broader rethinking of financial independence, job loyalty and what 'stability' really looks like. Even some of the top-performing Gen Z workers are bypassing traditional finance and accounting roles entirely in favor of pursuing entrepreneurship. Other Gen Zers are likely still interested in corporate roles and leadership positions if it comes with transparency, mentorship and meaningful impact. What CFOs can do Leadership, particularly those involved in the hiring process, plays a big role. The Gateway Research study found that only 25% of hiring managers say they view short tenures on Gen Z resumes as a red flag. However, 36% said they've already chosen not to hire a Gen Z candidate due to concerns about job-hopping. Still, many employers are adjusting their approach. The most common retention strategies include offering flexible schedules (48%), establishing clearer advancement paths (42%), expanding mentorship programs and benefits (34% each) and providing raises or bonuses (25%). CFOs have a key role to play in enabling those strategies. Budgeting for retention programs, measuring the ROI of employee engagement efforts and partnering with HR in any fashion must now involve those making decisions within the finance function. Unless finance leaders adapt to these changing dynamics, the 'situationship' mindset may remain the default for Gen Z and the incoming generations of workers. 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Daily Mail
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Christine McGuinness has VERY cryptic response as she's grilled about love life live on Loose Women - after crashing out of Celebs Go Dating because she's 'not ready for the scrutiny'
Christine McGuinness had a very cryptic response as she was grilled about her love life live on Thursday's episode of Loose Women. The 37-year-old appeared on the ITV show to chat to the panel alongside her Situationships podcast co-host Sophie Gravia. The pair opened up to Kaye Adams, 62, Oti Mabuse, 34, Jane Moore, 63, and Nadia Sawalha, 60, about what they chat about on the podcast - relationships and dating - which then got them chatting about their own experiences. Kaye asked: 'So Christine, what is your situation?' Christine - who split from ex husband Paddy McGuinness in 2022 - said: 'I'm situationship-less. 'You'll have to keep tuning into the podcast!' Kaye probed her and added: 'You're dating, aren't you?' She responded: 'I'm just having a nice time. Do you know what, I'm busy with kids, with work, I'm very happy. 'Like I said, you'll have to tune into the podcast.' Christine has been a single lady since she split with her husband Paddy McGuinness, 51, back in 2022. The former couple, who share three kids Leo, Penelope and Felicity, tied the knot in 2011 after they started dating in 2007. Christine was due to take part in this year's Celebs Go Dating, but last month it was revealed that she had quit. But last week Christine made a shock return to Celebs Go Dating on Tuesday night in a surprise U-turn. The model decided to quit the upcoming series of the E4 programme after realising it was too soon' for her to date so publicly following her divorce from Paddy. Christine was due to take part with the likes of Kerry Katona, 44, Mark Labbett, 59, Jon Lee, 43, Olivia Hawkins, 29, and Louis Russell, 24. After stepping back from filming, the star decided to make a shock appearance at the finale in London on Tuesday last week. A insider told The Sun: 'Christine's return was kept top secret from everyone, so they were all so excited to see her come back. 'The cast were really sad when she quit the show, even though they totally supported and understood her reasons, so it was great to see her come back. The model, 37, decided to quit the upcoming series of the E4 programme after realising it was too soon' for her to date so publicly following her divorce from ex-husband Paddy McGuinness (pictured) 'She started the journey with them all, so it was the perfect end that she got to finish the series with them too. 'Christine may not have found love on the show, but she seemed really happy and in a great place. 'Leaving the show was the right decision for her but she loved being back in the mix without the pressure of having to actually date on camera.' MailOnline contacted Channel 4 for comment. Christine announced the news that she had left the show back in May. She had already flown to Ibiza to begin filming the series with the rest of the cast but told fans she was 'returning home to her family' after having a change of heart. Revealing the news on Instagram, she said: 'I joined Celebs Go Dating with great intentions but have realised that dating on a public platform and the attention is brings is just too soon for me.' Christine announced she will no longer be appearing on the upcoming series of Celebs Go Dating after quitting the process Christine also said that she may appear in the future, adding: 'They've said the door is always open for me which I'm so grateful but for now I'm returning home to my family.' Paddy and Christine started dating in 2009, two years after they met. The pair tied the knot in 2011. In 2013 they welcomed their twins, followed by their second daughter Felicity in 2016. In July 2022 they revealed that they had split, after 11 years of marriage. The former couple still live together and co-parent their kids. It comes after Celebs Go Dating was thrown into chaos after a star 'stormed off set when filming overran'. Reports shared that Mark was left less than impressed after one of the filming days overran and the stars were on set for 11 hours. A source told The Sun: 'The Beast threw a strop the other week and walked off as filming overran and he wasn't happy about it.' The source claimed that the other celebrities weathered the storm but Mark was so unhappy he 'stormed out' and left filming for the entire day. 'Bosses were scrambling behind the scenes and everyone was really stressed about whether he would come back, but luckily after getting a good night's sleep, Mark calmed down and returned to set the next day,' they added.
Daily Mail
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
I confronted my most shallow assumption about men... and unlocked the best sex of my life: JANA HOCKING
Recently, I found myself in a hairy situation. I accidentally stumbled into a situationship with a bald man – and he broke my heart. The worst part? He wasn't even my type.
Washington Post
19-05-2025
- Washington Post
There's an American pope, and he's just like us. At least, we really, really want him to be
WASHINGTON — By the middle of last week, it became clear that something odd was happening. It was about the time that the fake video started circulating about the woman purporting to recount the 'situationship' she'd had with Robert Prevost, the new American pope, decades ago when he was just another guy from Chicago .
CBC
10-05-2025
- General
- CBC
Can't seem to stick a label on your relationship? You might be in a situationship
You may have heard the term situationship recently. Maybe you're in one. Maybe you've been in one and didn't even know it. Maybe you heard someone mention the word and have no clue what it means. The word can be hard to define. Situationships are, by nature, hard to define relationships — and they're defined by that lack of definition, says Jessica Maxwell. "There are aspects of romantic relationship intimacy, as well as a lot of passion, but what's lacking is the commitment and the clear label," Maxwell, an assistant professor at McMaster University who researches interpersonal relationships and sexuality, told Just Asking host Saroja Coelho. "That seems to be kind of, I'd say, the agreed-upon definition of the situationship." Some relationship experts say situationships may not be a totally new concept, but they've entered the zeitgeist, and can be challenging to navigate. "So many of us have been there, we know someone who's been in that situationship and it's a very, are they or aren't they?" said relationship expert and columnist Jen Kirsch. Are situationships new? Not exactly. People have found themselves in relationships that they couldn't easily explain to their friends and family for a long time. Remember in the early days of Facebook, when you could label your relationship status as "It's complicated"? It's kind of like that. According to Maxwell, people have been talking about situationships since as early as 2009, and likely even before. "Anecdotally, we all seem to think it's something that's, like, very new — very era of Tinder and online dating. But situationships have existed for a long time," said Maxwell. WATCH | Experts weigh in on how best to define a situationship: What are situationships and how to know if you're in one 2 days ago Duration 2:36 Experts Jessica Maxwell, a McMaster University assistant professor, and Jen Kirsch, a relationship expert and columnist, weigh in on how best to define a situationship. What we're seeing, Maxwell says, is wider use of the term and, though it's hard to quantify, potentially more people finding themselves in situationships. "Given the rise of online dating, people are less willing to commit. So, I think perhaps even though the term might not be new, the levels that we're seeing them happen could be new," said Maxwell. Is that just a friend with benefits? Kind of, according to Maxwell. "If you're taking kind of a pure definition of friends with benefits, you would have a true friendship first before adding sex in as a bonus. Whereas people have said instead a situationship is more that you have a sexual relationship and the emotions come in as an added bonus," she said. Who are situationships for? While it's a term you might hear all over social media, situationships can span generations. "I'm an empty nester now and, and have been separated for 10 years. So there's been lots of dating happening, but I've started to really come to value that shorter relationships can still be really meaningful," said Scott Tammik, 53, of Toronto. Anecdotally, Maxwell says she has spoken to middle-aged people who are finding themselves in situationships. "They've already maybe done the marriage thing, or they're not interested in maybe hitting certain milestones," said Maxwell. "Whereas typically you see a little bit more negative perceptions around situationships for young people who kind of feel like they're forced into them rather than something that they chose themselves." Is a situationship right for me? Well, that's up to you. For some people, Kirsch says a situationship is exactly what the relationship doctor ordered. She says it can be a space where people can feel the intimacy they're looking for, while feeling safer than they would seeking that intimacy from a stranger. It can also be a safe space after the end of a serious relationship. But it's not for everybody. "I think the biggest issues, and why situationships tend to predominantly have a negative connotation, is the fact that there's always someone that wants it a little more," said Kirsch, who is based out of Toronto. That person "feels like they're put on the back burner and they know, possibly, that they should end it and they're just staying in hopes that they could fix something." How to move past a situationship So, what do you do if you're the one who wants to move out of a situationship and into something more serious? "If you are open to having the conversation, a great way is to just do it," said Kirsch. Kirsch says it's also OK to text the question if you don't want it to be so serious. "The thing with a text message is you leave space for someone to take time to respond how they want to. You're not putting them on the spot," said Kirsch. Maxwell says you do have to be careful when approaching a situationship. People who crave a deep and committed relationship should try to avoid a situationship by being upfront about what they're looking for. "If you see someone who wants a situationship, and you know yourself deep down ... that's not gonna work for you, it might be just better to potentially avoid that altogether and keep pursuing what you do want," said Maxwell.
