Fresh graduate demands $1,000 monthly salary from my firm

I am looking for a content writer for my company’s website and I recently received a resume from a peculiar graduate. But what impressed me about the Gen Z candidate was not their skills or qualifications, but rather their salary expectation — a whopping VND25 million per month.

When I heard the pay and benefits they requested, I realized that this candidate had likely watched too many online videos about job interviews. Nonetheless, I am puzzled by how they expected such a high salary for merely writing posts and content for the company’s fan page.

I know that for any generation, there will only be some exceptional individuals while the rest are average. I must also admit that Gen Z-ers, who grew up with early access to technology and global information sources, have an edge over previous generations.

Nonetheless, the trend of showing off high salaries online has inadvertently influenced young people's views on the matter and made them somewhat delusional.

People often praise Gen Z as exceptional, but this praise is meant only for those who truly excel. Unfortunately, a significant portion of average youth cling to this label and delude themselves into thinking they are in high demand, expecting pay that do not match their actual value.

Additionally, I observe that Gen Z has largely been supported by their parents, which has contributed to a limited understanding of the value of money. As a result, many in this generation exhibit a carefree attitude and struggle with work and life pressures.

In general, it is normal for young people to want to express themselves, but how they do so is crucial. For example, if you are new to a system and voice complaints about various shortcomings, your observations may be valid, and many might agree with you. However, change requires time and resources.

Yet many young individuals feel unappreciated when their ideas are not implemented immediately, prompting them to leave their jobs. I do not believe this is the appropriate attitude to have.

I hope today’s talented youth can become more aware of the economy and make efforts to adapt to their work environments.

What do you think of Gen Z's attitude towards work?

*This opinion was translated into English with the assistance of AI. Readers’ views are personal and do not necessarily match VnExpress’ viewpoints.