One out of four Indian respondents is more inclined towards new-age job fields like, content creation, data analysis, AI, and cybersecurity, according to the recently released first The Quest Report 2024 with CyberMedia Research on the Gen Z traits and trends on dreams, careers, and aspirations.

The report unveils the dreams and passion journey of this unendingly optimistic generation, one of the largest across the world. It encapsulates insights from 6,700 respondents, aged between 20-24 years, from seven countries- India, the United States of America, the United Kingdom, Brazil, Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia. The report covers three broad areas: Gen Z Questers’ spirit & motivation to fulfil their dreams, obstacles-barriers that disrupt their quest for passion, and career choices that drive their interests.

Recent debates on the work-life balance due to deliberation on a 14-hour workday and 70-hour workweek have stirred conversations amongst Gen Z.

Some of the key highlights from the report include…

● Only nine per cent of Indian Gen Zs want to pursue entrepreneurship as they seek stability and security in work life.

● 19 per cent of Indians prefer career advancements in big organisations instead of startups.

● 43 per cent of respondents in India and 46 per cent globally are willing to give up work-life balance to succeed in their careers.

● Two times more women in India feel gender affects the pursuit of their dreams compared to men.

● Eight out of 10 Gen Zs in India believe gender disparity is the biggest hurdle in their quest for success.

● 84 per cent of Indian Questers believe their jobs align with their goals, compared to 72 per cent globally.

● 73 per cent of the Indian respondents believe that a gap year can help them pursue their dreams and aspirations.

● 46 per cent feel financial constraints as a barrier to pursuing their choice of career. However, over 90 per cent are confident in achieving their dream despite the barriers.

● Indian youth are hustlers, they take 2X the initiatives compared to their global peers.

● 65 per cent see failure as a learning opportunity, and 60 per cent believe it pushes them towards their dreams.

● 51 per cent of Questers said that they would take up higher studies to support their quest while 49 per cent of the Indians believe mentorship by experts is a powerful tool to support their aspirations.

● The primary research also highlights that 62 per cent of the Indian youth are willing to give up their hobbies and other interests to achieve their dreams. All findings from the report tie back to how the snap-savant Gen Zs are fueled by their desire to achieve more despite anything.

The report highlights the tremendous potential India holds on the global stage and underscores the optimism driving this remarkable generation.