To study Generation-Z awareness about Thank god it’s Monday & Thank god it’s Friday in Vadodara & Kutch District

Abstract

The expressions “Thank God It’s Friday” (TGIF) and “Thank God It’s Monday” (TGIM) symbolise contrasting workplace mindsets—one of relief and escape, and the other of motivation and engagement. With changing global work cultures, these sentiments have become vital indicators of employee well-being and workplace satisfaction. This study explores Generation Z’s awareness and perceptions of TGIF and TGIM in the Vadodara and Kutch districts of Gujarat, India. As digital natives entering a rapidly evolving work environment, Gen Z represents a generation redefining work-life balance, flexibility, and purpose-driven employment. The research draws upon literature from psychology, organisational behaviour, and occupational health to analyse the psychological, cultural, and socio-economic underpinnings of weekday attitudes.

A structured questionnaire was used to collect data regarding Gen Z’s awareness of TGIF/TGIM, emotional associations with Fridays and Mondays, and perceived impact of work-life balance and flexibility. The findings aim to understand how regional, occupational, and generational contexts influence weekday perceptions and contribute to shaping modern work culture. The study holds significance for organisations seeking to cultivate positive weekday engagement, enhance employee well-being, and align workplace culture with Gen Z’s evolving expectations.