Career and Company

Employee Motivation

3 articles

Young Gen Z employees at H Mart finding cultural connection and community, prioritizing heritage over just a paycheck.
Workplace

H Mart: Gen Z Values Cultural Connection Over Pay

At H Mart, a significant 60% of Gen Z employees report their primary motivation for working there is a deep cultural connection to their heritage, not just a paycheck (Internal H Mart Survey, 2023).

Marcus Ellery·July 9, 2026
Why Your Best Employees Quit and How Brad Sugars Builds Teams That Stay
Careers

Why Your Best Employees Quit and How Brad Sugars Builds Teams That Stay

Your best employees rarely quit out of nowhere, often leaving mentally when they stop seeing a future or feel unheard, underdeveloped, or poorly led. Pay is a factor, but a lack of growth, voice, and strong leadership are critical reasons for turnover.

Sponsored·May 28, 2026
Young professionals from Gen Z enjoying outdoor activities and personal time, symbolizing a prioritization of work-life balance over traditional career advancement.
Personal Growth

Gen Z Prioritizes Work-Life Balance Over Climbing The Ladder

For the first time in 22 years, work-life balance has surpassed pay as the primary motivator for employees.

Jenna Wallace·May 14, 2026