Dad as negotiator? Why Gen Z is now bringing parents to job interviews

A survey by Resume Templates revealed that 77 per cent of US-based Gen Z candidates have brought a parent to a job interview. Among them, 27 per cent said their parents spoke about salary or perks, and some even introduced themselves to recruiters. Experts suggest this trend reflects Gen Z’s lack of work experience and limited professional networks, which were further affected by the pandemic

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