Today's young Spaniards have a novel approach to work: they'd rather chill than climb the corporate ladder. It's a fascinating shift, a revolution of sorts, where the traditional work ethic is being replaced by a more laid-back, "work-life balance" philosophy. The New Generation of Slackers: Why Young Spaniards Don't Want to Be Bosses The appeal of the traditional workday You'd think that with the rise of the gig economy and the endless possibilities of entrepreneurship, young people would be itching to start their own ventures. But no, they're flocking to stable, traditional jobs like moths to a flame. Why? Well, it's simple, really. They want the easy life. The appeal of the traditional workday grind, the predictable paycheck, the pension plan – it's all too tempting. Gone are the days of risk-taking and innovation. Today's youth prefer the safety net of a regular job. They'd rather punch a clock and collect a paycheck than worry ...