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POV: you start a new company and you only hire Gen Z

@foxandrobin

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Why it worked

The video leverages a highly relatable workplace trope that resonates with both Gen Z employees and Millennial managers, creating a shared cultural moment through humor.

Summary

A creator displays a series of emails from employees that highlight humorous, stereotypical Gen Z communication styles in a corporate setting. The video uses the contrast between professional expectations and the casual, sometimes blunt tone of the emails to create a comedic effect.

Structure

1Introduction of the premise via on-screen text
2Display of a series of emails from various employees
3Each email showcases a unique Gen Z communication quirk
4Final shot emphasizes the generational divide

On-screen text

POV: you start a new company and you only hire Gen Z Hey Tommy! I hope your 2024 is going well. I know we've worked on custom void fill, tape, shipping/retail. We can be quite cost-competitive. Hasta la pasta :-) Fawzia Hey, Tommy! Your interview is up. The journalist said thanks again! Joey -- Don't cross me Hello again, Tommy, I wanted to thank you for your time earlier today. As promised, I wanted to follow up with the information highlighted in yellow. I've also included our NDA. Once I receive everything and have gained access to the findings. Let me know if you have any questions! Or don't. Nicole, out I'd love for you guys to be able to opt into, and you will be verified. Do you have a quick 15 mins? Talk soon loser, Mila Hey Tommy - sure, will try my best to get this. Hate you (and JH), Hanna Couldn't think of anything I want to do less on a Friday afternoon.. Whoever invented corporate america needs to be punished.. Julia Hi John Henry, Sorry to follow-up but can you you get the chance? No rush! Apologies for existing :') Anne Thanks for executing the agreement. I want to formally introduce you to your hands. The next step will be a brief call to. You're the best boss ever (lol jk), Matt How are you doing and how is. When we spoke last, you mentioned out with Bowery Ave.? I'm looking for a person/people. We could toss something up for. Insert pleasantry here, Ben Hey Tommy, Evidently they need the S. Kill me, JH