1、002025 Belgian Gen Z and Millennial SurveyGrowth and the pursuit of money,meaning,and wellbeing0003Navigating work happiness in the modern Belgian workplaceThe Belgian labour market is evolving at high speed,and at the centre of this transformation lies a pivotal theme:work happiness.Far beyond simp
2、le job satisfaction,it encompasses both personal and professional dimensions,shaping career decisions and influencing how individuals engage with their work environment.As Aristotle famously stated,“Happiness is the meaning and purpose of life,”emphasising its central role in our daily lives.Our exp
3、loration begins with the intrinsic connection between happiness and work.Happiness is not merely a matter of individual wellbeing;it also serves as a catalyst for productivity,collaboration,creativity,and innovation.Research indicates that individuals with higher life satisfaction are 32%more likely
4、 to experience increased job satisfaction,illustrating the strong link between overall wellbeing and positive work experiences.While much research focuses on job satisfaction as a measurable indicator,the broader concept of happiness at work captures a more holistic sense of fulfilment that includes
5、 both personal and professional dimensions.Despite this clear connection,employee engagement has nevertheless fallen to its lowest level in a decade,particularly among younger workers.This raises an important question:is happiness the responsibility of the employer?A core component of Deloittes 2025
6、 Human Capital Trends report is the concept of“stagility”balancing stability and agility within the workplace.While organisations tend to prioritise agility,our Gen Z and Millennials Survey highlights that younger generations aspire to both:they seek stability in certain aspects of work while simult