Demographic economics

Demographic Location – Precision Landscaping and Excavation’s main target location will be in the Thurston County region, however, the business should not limit the possibilities for expansion into Mason County. Statistics from the Census shows 64.9% owner occupied homes from 2010-2014 with the median home costing $241,300 in Thurston County. There were 5,923 businesses located in this region. Residential building permits in a privately owned location are 446 in the Olympia region. Thurston…

• Generations, Inc.: From Boomers to Linksters- Managing the Friction Between Generations at Work by Megan Johnson and Larry Johnson Chapter Eight: Old Dogs Have Lots to Offer: Signposts for the Traditional Generation and Chapter Nine: Managing the Traditional Generation For the most part, it is safe to state that the act of loyalty, volunteerism, and service greatly defines how the Traditionalist generation continues to have an essential role in today’s society. For example, the act of…

Individuals born between 1946 and 1963 are considered to be part of the “Baby Boomer Generation.” These individuals came of age between 1963 and 1983. With many more opportunities – social, educational and financial – the Baby Boomer generation is “often portrayed as a generation of optimism, exploration and achievement.” (ValueOptions) In the early 1960s, the style influences of the 1950s were still in circulation, but the debut of Britain’s supergroup The Beatles, threw fashion into overdrive.…

I am a millennial. Generation Y; we are considered the global generation and mostly known for our narcissism and sense of entitlement. To most, the word “millennial” comes with many negative connotations associated with millennials in the workforce. It may be because of our access to so much technology growing up, or because we’re the first generation where every child gets a trophy for just showing up. No matter the origin of these stereotypes, I feel as though I break them and I hope that I am…

the Millennial generation on how we do business. Healthcare is no exception. Born between the early 1980s and 2000, they are comprised of more than 80 million of the youngest, most diverse adults in the nation. They are now the most populous demographic in American history. As digital natives, they are the most connected of generations, using the digital technology, social media and the internet to find providers that meet their needs and preferences, and to stay informed throughout the…

Every generation seems to clash with the other, since the beginning of time. Dr. Fareed Zakaria makes this clear in his article called “The Try-Hard Generation.” Zakaria examines the conflict between the Baby Boomer(1946-1964) generation and Millennials(1980-2000). The overarching argument that he makes, is defending Millennials--yet not fighting his audience(previous generations). The opposition to Millennials is that they are lazy, career-oriented, and are lacking intellectually. However,…

3. Consumer Behavior Analysis 3.1 Consumer profile Demographic Generally speaking, The North Face customers are adults aged between 25 and 45. They are usually from middle-middle to upper-middle class. Hence, they are prone to extreme sports and able to afford the relatively high price of The North Face products. Behavioral Most of its customers love nature and are interested in outdoor activities. They frequently participate in activities such as hiking, skiing, and backpacking. Thus, they…

According to the textbook, it mentions, “The four generations identified in today’s workforce are the Silent Generation, Baby boomers, Generation X and lastly Generation Y” (Chapter 1, pg.14). The textbook also states how, “Baby boomers which is the largest generation had to become extremely competitive to find jobs and promotions and how many became workaholics while spending less time with their families to keep their jobs or to obtain greater pay or promotions” (Chapter, pg. 14-15).…

1. The research problem (a) Background Melbourne’s transportation structure, and more importantly the tram system plays a crucial role in the lives of many Melbournians providing them with a mode of transport, whether that be travelling to work, education or leisure activities. Obtaining a greater understanding of customer’s satisfaction towards Yarra Trams’ service will assist in determining the strengths of the service, but also areas for improvement. Google Trends data (Appendix A)…

The article’s purpose is to assess demographic factors that influence the evaluation of service quality in higher education institutes, specifically through the perspective of international students. Sein Min and Chey Chor Khoon note that demographic factors such as, age, gender, and nationality can affect the overall levels of satisfaction in institutes of higher education (995). The article’s target audience is mainly marketers of higher education, international students and institutes of…