60% of Gen Z Australians and 81% of US millennials experience phone call anxiety, potentially affecting their careers.

Young people dislike making phone calls, with a modern-day phobia affecting 60% of Gen Z Australians aged 18-26, and 81% of US millennials experiencing anxiety before calling. This trend could impact their careers, as effective phone communication is crucial in many fields, including journalism. An informal survey of 15 students supports this concern.