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Study finds Gen Z most apathetic about cybersecurity at work

Study finds Gen Z most apathetic about cybersecurity at work

A new research piece by services firm EY found that while young employees fully understand privacy breaches and potential threats, they largely aren’t fussed. Will businesses need to evolve their practices to cater to changing behaviours? We’re all used to cybersecurity measures by now. You can’t browse the internet for more than a few minutes without being asked about cookies, data collection, privacy settings, and a whole bunch more. Couple...

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Study finds Gen Z more likely to share salary information

Study finds Gen Z more likely to share salary information

A report from LinkedIn indicates that young people are more willing to discuss salary information with peers than older generations. We’ve all been subject to a money conversation at least once in our lifetimes. Whether it’s a discussion on bonuses or a heated debate over minimum wage, everyone is affected by cash and economics one way or another. Our salaries are a deeply personal societal taboo, historically treated with secrecy and...

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Passionfruit aims to transform freelancing for Gen Z

Passionfruit aims to transform freelancing for Gen Z

While there’s no shortage of freelancer apps out there, Passionfruit is aiming to transform the practice for Gen Z workers and professional employers. Peer mentorship programs are planned, and the platform will even help users manage their finances. Freelancers rejoice, you may soon have a one-stop shop to grow and manage your independent empire. A London based start-up called Passionfruit is taking the concept of professional services websites like Fiverr and...

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Understanding the highs and lows of au pair life

Understanding the highs and lows of au pair life

After 18 years of education, many young people want to travel the world. Becoming an au pair is the best way to see the wonders of Earth while maintaining a living — but is it the solution it’s made itself out to be? Feeling the pressure from the American education system, 19-year-old Edwina Koch set off to become an au pair for a family in Paris. ‘Moving to France seemed...

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