"I'll Be On Leave, Bye": Gen Z Employee's Casual Leave Email Divides The Internet
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Shared on X by investor Siddharth Shah, the email's straightforward, no-nonsense tone contrasts with traditional leave request norms.
A screenshot of an email from a Gen Z employee informing their boss of an upcoming leave has gone viral, igniting a debate on social media about evolving workplace communication styles across generations. how my gen z team gets its leaves approved pic.twitter.com/RzmsSZs3ol
Shared on X by investor Siddharth Shah, the email's straightforward, no-nonsense tone contrasts with traditional leave request norms, sparking conversations about whether employees should seek leave approval or inform managers, and how to balance autonomy with professionalism.
The email, posted with the caption, "How my Gen Z team approaches leave," has garnered over 1.2 million views and sparked diverse reactions. In the email, the employee wrote, "Hi Siddharth, I will be on leave on 8th November 2024. Bye," opting for a direct approach without seeking permission or offering further context.