The Gen Z Job Interview: What Hiring Managers Really Think

In this episode of PR After Hours, Alex takes a deep dive into the findings of a recent survey by Resume.Org, which polled 765 hiring managers to evaluate the performance of Generation Z job applicants. The results are eye-opening, revealing several key areas where Gen Z candidates are struggling in the hiring process. From unprepared interviews to low-quality resumes and a lack of professionalism, Alex breaks down the challenges hiring managers are facing when it comes to Gen Z candidates. The episode also offers helpful advice for job seekers to improve their interview skills, resume quality, and overall professionalism to better stand out in today’s competitive job market. Key Takeaways:Over 50% of hiring managers say Gen Z applicants are unprepared for interviews.Communication skills, professionalism, and resume quality are major areas of concern.Many candidates exhibit behaviors like using phones during interviews or bringing companions along.Practical tips for improving your chances in the job market, including interview prep, resume polish, and improving interpersonal skills. Resources Mentioned:Resume.Org Survey on Gen Z Hiring ChallengesCareer Coaches & Resume Tools for Job Seekers Listen in to learn what Gen Z candidates can do to avoid common pitfalls and succeed in the competitive hiring process! CONNECT:⁠⁠⁠Alex on Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Alex on Medium⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Alex on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Alex's Author Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join the Conversation: We want to hear your thoughts! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to share your experiences with crisis communications and the strategies that have worked for you. Get more great content on the website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PRAfterHours.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get Alex's book, THE PODCAST OPTION-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-NOW IN PAPERBACK, AUDIOBOOK, and eBOOK! Pitch yourself or client as a guest ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Announcer: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mary McKenna⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. PR After Hours Theme: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://filmmusic.io⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ "Bossa Antigua" by Kevin MacLeod This PR After Hours Podcast episode was recorded and mixed at Green Shebeen Studios in beautiful Kansas City, Missouri. Copyright 2025, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.  As an Amazon Associate, we earn a small commission on some of our Amazon links.