2026 Deloitte Gen Z and Millennial Survey

Deloitte’s 2026 Global Gen Z and Millennial Survey report highlights a major shift in workforce priorities, showing that younger professionals are increasingly defining career success through personal stability, continuous learning, and wellbeing rather than fast-tracked promotions. A majority of respondents favored gradual skill-building and sustainable workloads over traditional corporate ladders that can lead to burnout.

Additionally, while nearly 75% of Gen Z and millennial workers actively leverage AI in their daily roles, many feel they are adapting to technological change faster than their organizations. For Wake Forest alumni leading teams or steering their own career paths, these findings provide a valuable roadmap for fostering resilient workplaces and supporting professional growth.