Tag: generation x

Echo Boomers and the Power of Democratic Voice

The truth is out there and Generation Y is willing to find it!  The echo boomers, as the power users of the internet of the last decade, have decided as a mass on how to shape it. What have they created?  With the power of the internet, they created the voice of society.  To some it may …

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Generational Differences: Baby Boomer, Generation X, and Generation Y Comparison

Generations grow up with different beliefs and perspectives.  The conditions of the economy, the state of the world, technology, and social trends all impact the overall behavior of the generation.  For Generation Y, it is a return to traditional values, a strong sense of community and diversity, and an emphasis on technology, information, and education. …

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When Did Gen Y Begin?

Generation Y

Generation Y began in 1977-1982.  It is not black and white, it is a shaded gray area.  Some people in this time frame will identify with Generation X while others may identify with Generation Y.  It mostly depends on their parents, friends, and childhood upbringing. The peak of Generation Y was from 1982-1993.  Nearly all …

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Date/Age Range of Baby Boomers, Generation X, and Generation Y

Generation Timeline

Here is the date range comparison between these 3 generations.  Note that the start and end date are debatable.  As I said in a previous post, generations don’t end with black and white borders.  They fade into one another, so you will see an overlap of age.  Without further adieu, here are the ranges: Baby …

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