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Is the “Gen Z stare” a breakdown in etiquette—or a new, authentic way of showing focused listening?
In this AI-Powered Debate focused on etiquette, hosted by Adrienne Barker, MAS on the Professional Global Etiquette Podcast, two AI voices unpack the viral workplace behavior dubbed the “Gen Z stare.”
One side argues the absence of nods, smiles, and “mm-hm” cues disrupts clarity, confidence, and collaboration.
The other side reframes the still, steady gaze as non-performative presence—an authenticity-driven shift shaped by digital life, post-pandemic anxiety, and global norms where sustained eye contact can read as aggressive.
Together, they explore intention vs. impact, Western vs. Eastern eye-contact expectations, and how evolving signals of respect are rewriting meeting-room etiquette.
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Gen Z stare, workplace etiquette, nonverbal communication, eye contact norms, meeting etiquette, professional communication, active listening, authenticity at work, cross-cultural etiquette, Gen Z in the workplace, manager communication, silent liste
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