A new report from NatWest and Mettle by NatWest says a confidence shortfall is blocking many young people from starting businesses. Emotional pressure comes through strongly with the research saying 31% of Gen Z are afraid of failing and 30% worry about fitting work around personal life. She said: “Gen Z doesn’t lack ideas or ambition – what some young entrepreneurs are missing is confidence. For Gen Z, lifestyle pressure comes through more strongly, with 30% worried about juggling work and life. The report says 14% of Gen Z see structured direction as the best trigger to start.