Gen Z employees certainly don’t beat around the bush when it comes to asking for leave! A snapshot of an email from a Gen Z employee notifying their supervisor about an upcoming leave has gained significant attention online, fueling a discussion on social media about changing workplace communication styles across generational lines. US Election 2024 US Election Result Live Updates Swing state results deciding who'll be new POTUS Trump vs Harris: Who’s winning which state? Full list Posted on X by investor Siddharth Shah, the email’s blunt, straightforward tone contrasts with customary leave request practices. It has led to debates on whether employees should request leave permission or merely inform their managers and how to strike a balance between independence and professionalism.
The screenshot, which has taken X by storm, is prompt and precise. It reads, “Hi Siddharth. I will be on leave on 8th November.
Bye!”. — siddharthshahx (@siddharthshahx) Netizens React Shah’s post gained over 2.5 million views and 28K likes on X.
While some praised the employee’s direct and matter-of-fact approach to seeking a leave, some were put off by his blunt tone. “And if I had sent this message to my manager, he would have scheduled a meeting with HR to discuss my behaviour issues,” wrote one X user. One employer shared another hilarious anecdote: “One of my Gen Z team members suddenly declared 1 week of leave.
It was a critical time of the project, so I tried to reaso.