by Mary Erlain | Business, Business Communication, Generational Diversity
Generation Y’s (1977-1990) Also known as Millennials or Echo Boomers Grew-up similar to Gen X’ers, but with a different parenting style (e.g., timeouts, no spankings, very protective parents) Extremely conscious of global environment Open minded and accepting of...
by Mary Erlain | Business, Business Communication, Generational Diversity
Generation X’ers (1965-1976) 35% are non-white and 29% are legal immigrants Most educated as compared to the preceding generations Independent Highest number of divorced parents Dual-income families Self-sufficient (e.g., took care of chores and other responsibilities...
by Mary Erlain | Business, Business Communication, Generational Diversity
· Boomers (1946-1964) Ambitious Strong work ethic Loyal to careers and employers Optimistic Tendency to be workaholics Personal gratification Largest segment of workforce Heroes Gandhi Martin Luther King, Jr. Mother Theresa President John F. Kennedy Jacqueline...
by Mary Erlain | Business, News, PeakDS Blog, Personal Development, Time Management
By Jim Kendall Whether it’s just you and the cat or you and 20 (or more) employees, being an entrepreneur can be lonely. That’s especially true when decisions must be made. Enter the peer group, where noncompeting business owners gather to share insights...
by Mary Erlain | Business, Generational Diversity
Through our research we have found that dates vary widely between the generations, especially Gen X’ers, (1965-1976), Gen Y’s (1977-1990), and Gen Z’s (born after 1990). There are no absolutes as it relates to these dates. Truly there is no one person who fits these...
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