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Study Reveals Gen Alpha favour compassionate careers and are 'unfollowing' Social Media career paths


Published on 2024-12-16 05:24:15 - MSN
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  • Pre-school children aged two to five are already prioritising values of kindness, empathy and selflessness with harmonious career ambitions. In the ever-exciting, adventure filled world of childhood,

The article from MSN discusses a study by the LEGO Group which reveals that Generation Alpha, children born between 2010 and 2024, are showing a preference for careers that involve helping others, such as doctors, veterinarians, and engineers, over traditional social media influencer roles. This shift in career aspirations is attributed to a growing awareness of social issues and a desire to make a positive impact on the world. The study also notes that these children are less interested in following the career paths of social media influencers, with only 11% aspiring to such roles, a significant decrease from previous generations. Instead, they value creativity, problem-solving, and compassion, influenced by their early exposure to technology and global connectivity which has broadened their understanding of societal needs.

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