#LazyGirlJobs: The new antithesis to Boss Girl culture
The Boss Girl era is a thing of yore, and the days of burning the midnight oil and hustling until exhaustion are long gone. It's time to kick off those high heels, slip into comfy slippers, and revel in the art of lazying around. Yes, you heard it right! Welcome to the era of 'lazy girl jobs,' where TikTokers are posting about its benefits.
What does 'lazy girl job' mean?
The term "lazy girl job" refers to a job that pays well but comes with low-stress levels. The term gradually gained popularity after TikToker Gabrielle Judge shared her career advice in a May 22 video. Women have since flooded TikTok with their love for these low-stress, well-paying jobs. The #lazygirljob hashtag has garnered over 15 million views in under two months.
Videos with #lazygirljob are a rage on TikTok
In a video, one person gleefully exclaims, "All I do is copy and paste the same emails, take 3-4 [calls] a day, take my extra long break, take more breaks AND get a nice salary." Another confidently states, "I get paid a bomb salary to talk to no one, take breaks whenever I want and be the office baddie."
Hard work, who?
2020s, the decade of anti-work
The 2020s are turning out to be the era of anti-work. With the pandemic's arrival, we've seen the rise of trends like "bare minimum Mondays," "quiet quitting," and "loud quitting." 'The Great Resignation' witnessed millions of people quitting their jobs worldwide. There's also a growing demand for a "four-day workweek." It's a wild ride in this decade of embracing a different approach to work.
Gen Z: The anti-work generation
Gen Z has gained a reputation as the "anti-work generation," but, can you blame them? They have faced two recessions, watched house prices reach astronomical heights, and currently navigating through loads of economic uncertainty. No wonder they question the whole notion of working hard. If all signs point to hard work not paying off, then what's the point of working hard anyway?
Job satisfaction is an issue
Although the idea of "lazy girl jobs" may hold some appeal, the reality presents a different perspective. These types of jobs typically involve administrative or middle management positions where the stakes are low, whether you are on duty or not doesn't bother anyone much. While some individuals may find contentment in such roles, others may feel dissatisfied and lack a sense of purpose.
