Why is Gen Z abandoning the idea of ‘dream jobs’?
Generation Z in India is rejecting the traditional pedestal of “dream jobs” in engineering, medicine, civil services, and government roles. Prioritising autonomy, work-life balance, and mental health over prestige, they embrace gig work, freelancing, and entrepreneurial paths. The shift reflects a deeper rethink: careers should serve life, not consume it, reshaping ambition for a new era.
Generation Z in India is rejecting the traditional pedestal of “dream jobs” in engineering, medicine, civil services, and government roles. Prioritising autonomy, work-life balance, and mental health over prestige, they embrace gig work, freelancing, and entrepreneurial paths. The shift reflects a deeper rethink: careers should serve life, not consume it, reshaping ambition for a new era.
