Leo Strauss

Every generation is separated by a group of years. Within a certain set of time, a significant amount of information can develop or change. A few years after the Great Depression the Baby Boomers generation started, from 1946 to 1964. Many things were invented and a lot of things were improved upon. Between the years 1996- 2010 Generation Z stepped into the spotlight. Even though, start to finish there is a 64-year difference between the oldest and youngest of these two generations, there is…

• 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…

People such as Mark Bauerlein have begun to claim that our generation is the “dumbest” generation. If he means that we are more silent than previous generations, that statement would be correct. We tend to spend our time writing and communicating through technology, whether it be social media or texting. Therefore we are fairly silent...from our mouths. While preceding generations may claim that we are the “dumbest” generation, we are actually much more advanced than they were and on the brink…

An increasing number of young adults are part of the sandwich generation, meaning they are caring for both a parent and a child, and often times, more than one of each. While it's more common for those in their 40's and 50's to be a part of this generation, more and more 20-somethings are becoming a part of this group as well. Unlike your older counterparts who have been rising the career ladder and are more likely to be in a better financial position, 20-somethings aren't in much of a position…

There is no need to explain how important it is to manage four generations in the workplace. About where to start from and how to do it we will try to cover in the next few pages. The four distinct generational groups in today’s workforce are Traditionalists, Baby Boomers, Generation X and Generation Y. The Traditionalist Generation, also known as the Silent Generation, the Greatest Generation, or the Veterans comprises employees and retirees born between 1928 and 1945 (Taylor, P., & Keeter, S…

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 New Greatest Generation” In Joel Stein’s article, “The New Greatest Generation,” he argues that Millennials are known as the “me me me generation” because of their selfishness. Stein explains how the people born between 1980 to 2000 are a generation of over-confident and self-involved individuals. He also refers to them as “fame-obsessed,” rather than focusing on a brighter and better future, they often settle for unrealistic goals. Stein makes a convincing argument that Millennials are a…

The Purpose of the Study The purpose of this study is to explore how an intern perceives appreciation, in terms of relevant rewards, etc., in return for their contribution to the social enterprise’s overarching mission as workers, especially those that donate their labor. In addition, how that perception affects their level of commitment and subsequently their performance. The interns in question should be between the ages of 18 and 25. Moreover, the interns should be considered members of the…

Millennials: Are They Harmful or Benefitting? Living in America has many benefits for it’s citizens. Communication amongst Americans involve technology, in which individuals born from 1982-1999 excel in. Generation Y, also known as millennials, is being called out for being entitled, over-praised, and self-confident compared to the other generations. They are flooding the country and providing social advancements for the work force. Emily Matchar, author of Why Your Office Needs More Bratty…

In Joel Stein’s article The New Greatest Generation, he gives his opinion on the millennial generation. Those born between the years of 1980s and 2000s are considered millennials. Stein argues that the millennial generation is lazy. An example of Stein argument on the laziness of millennials can be shown when he mentions how they would rather be an assistant instead of becoming a CEO of a company. In my opinion his statement focuses on the lack of work ethic, of the given generation, because…