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Despite criticisms, many Gen Zers have voiced their perspectives clearly. The sentiment that being pressured to socialize or drink after hours is invasive or unnecessary is echoed in comments like: "I hate post-work drinks. We already spend so much time together. Why would I want to do more?"
Others emphasize that social opportunities should be voluntary, framing them as a matter of personal preference rather than obligation. As one respondent stated, “I don’t want to feel obligated to go out just because I work here. It’s about choice, not some unspoken rule.”