International Anatolian Psychology Colloquium: The Role of Gen Z in the Workforce


Çoymak A., Topuz Ö., Erem H. Ö., Eroğlu M., Yentür H., Karakoçoğlu N.

  • Etkinlik Kategorisi: Bilimsel Kongre / Sempozyum Organizasyonu
  • Etkinlik Türü: Sempozyum
  • Etkinlik Organizasyonu Yılı: 2024
  • Katılımcı Sayısı: 100
  • Özet:

    Join us for the first session of the Inaugural Colloquium Series, organized by the Perception and Politics Laboratory (PnP Lab) at the Psychology Department of Abdullah Gul University, in collaboration with the Kayseri Industrial Chamber. 

    This colloquium will explore the psychological dynamics of Generation Z in the workforce, based on a collaborative field study with the Kayseri Industrial Chamber. The study involved interviews with managers at the Kayseri Industrial Zone, revealing four main social representations about Gen Z: generational differences, human resources functions, skills development, and university contributions to the industrial sector. The session will present findings from these interviews, alongside results from six psychology research projects conducted by young researchers, themselves from Generation Z, providing unique insights into their own generation:

    The session aims to bridge the gap between generations in the workplace and provide scientifically driven solutions for the public and policymakers. Your insights and participat ion will be invaluable in shaping future research and practices.

    We look forward to welcoming you to this enlightening event.


    Main Topics

    Generational Differences

    Human Resources Functions

    Skill Development

    Contributions of Universities to the Industrial Sector 


    Research Presentations


    Social Representations of Gen Z: Seeing the Young Generational Workforce in the Eye of Industrial Managers

    Ahmet Çoymak, PhD. - PnP Lab Coordinator, Abdullah Gül University Psychology Department Associate Professor


    Panel 1: Is Gen Z Really Impatient & money-hungry?

    Cognitive Dissonance and Difficult Choice: Salary vs Long-Term Career Goals 

    Manal Chtibi, Abdullah Gül University Psychology Department Undergraduate Student

    Nazlı Karakoçoğlu, PnP Lab Member, Ankara University Psychology Department Graduate Student, Nuh Naci Yazgan University Research Assistant


    Generation Z: The Power of Meeting Relational Needs on Persistence

    Deryanur Akdağ, Abdullah Gül University Psychology Department Undergraduate Student

    İrem İpek, Abdullah Gül University Psychology Department Undergraduate Student 


    Understanding the Impact of Social Media Comparison on Perseverance Among the Young Generation 

    Tuğba Nebioğlu, Abdullah Gül University Psychology Department Undergraduate Student

    Hasan Yentür, MSc., PnP Lab Member, PhD Student at Dokuz Eylül University, Research Assistant at Demokrasi University Department of Psychology


    Panel 2: The Functions of Gen Z in Work Settings: Conflict vs Compliance to Success? 


    Effects of Intra-Group Ideological Diversity on Creativity and Problem Solving

    Eylem Helin Metin, Abdullah Gül University Psychology Department Undergraduate Student

    Ömer Topuz, MSc., PnP Lab Manager, Abdullah Gül University Psychology Department Research Assistant


    Does Theoretical Knowledge or Practical Knowledge Make Our Work Easier?

    Rana Akay, Abdullah Gül University Psychology Department Undergraduate Student

    Hafize Öznur Erem, PnP Lab Member, Ankara University Graduate Student, Abdullah Gül University Psychology Department Research Assistant


    Exploring the Impact of Group Dynamics on Organizational Myopia: A Study on Shared Mental Models and Diversity

    Sultan Güler, Abdullah Gül University Psychology Department Undergraduate Student

    Fatmanur Topal, Abdullah Gül University Psychology Department Undergraduate Student

    Muhlis Eroğlu, PnP Lab Member, Uludağ University Graduate Student, Cappadocia University Psychology Department Research Assistant


    Who Should Participate?

    Academics and researchers in psychology and social sciences

    Industry professionals and executives

    Policymakers and public sector representatives

    Students and educators


    Contact information

    For more information, please contact:

    Contact Person: Ömer Topuz, Lab Manager

    Email: omer.topuz@agu.edu.tr

    Phone: +90 352 224 88 00 


    Understanding the Impact of Social Media Comparison on Perseverance Among the Young Generation Be part of this insightful discussion and help close generational gaps in the workplace. Your participation and contributions will be invaluable in shaping future research and practice.