An Exciting Generation

I read this article in the Globe & Mail last week for two reasons: 1) I love the Globe & Mail, and 2) I love reading about generations and their traits. This article deals with 2009 high school graduates. I found it a very interesting article, a great read so I suggest you take a look at it. Meet Generation Practical

From my own very limited study into the different generations, one thing that I have learned about this generation (namely, the tail end of Generation Y) is that it has some of the same attributes as its members’ grandparents (Traditionalists) and is not at all like its parents (Baby Boomers). Obviously the characteristics it shares with its traditionalist grandparents are updated for the simple reason that they have grown up in different worlds, but the foundation of our beliefs seem to be the same; family, friends and helping others is what are important. Careers and the "me-first" attitude more commonly portrayed by the baby Boomer generation is farther down the list of Generation Y’s values.

If you come across a Generation Practical in the next few days, give them a thumbs up and a pat on the back. They have a lot to do over the next 20 years.

Have a great week!

Matthew George