The number of people willing to play an in-store Santa Claus over Christmas in Germany is at an all-time low, according to recruiters. With Gen Z much more realistic and practical about their future careers, they’re prioritising schoolwork on the weekends over earning a quick buck.

Young Germans entering the job market have one main criterion that defines a dream job... and it’s not a giant salary. A survey shows that most graduates want to kick start their careers by getting into established companies they see as having strong, motivational leadership.

Faced with annual fees in excess of £9,000, questionable pastoral support on campus, and stiffer competition in a job market replete with graduates, Gen Zers have plenty of reason to be sceptical about the benefits of higher education. So, how are they forging their career paths after school?

Female Gen Xers were trailblazers in the workplace, but now face mid-career challenges that often go overlooked. Canvas8 spoke with Kath Sloggett, founder of career coaching organisation Runneth, to learn how businesses can better support them during pivotal moments in their working lives.