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Millenial Trends

By clicking the link below, you will be directed to an article in which a millennial expresses how he  believes older generations view millennials.

https://www.inc.com/nicolas-cole/7-traits-older-generations-dont-understand-about-millennials-written-by-a-millen.html

The first trend is self-confidence. Millennials seem to be arrogant in the eyes of older generations. I would have to agree with this one. Far too many millennials think they know it all and have all of the answers. Unfortunately, in my opinion, most haven't gone through enough lesson learning experiences. Hopefully, more millennials will humble themselves and realize they don't know it all - and that that is okay!

Secondly, millennials have a stronger desire to travel.  I don't know if this is necessarily a generational thing. Many people from many generations love to travel. I think in today's world of travel there is so much more to do and so many more new, adventurous place to eat. I will agree that it seems more appealing to a millennial though, for some reason. Sometimes social media is a driving point as there are some people that will do certain things just do they can post about it.

The third trend is the idea that millenials want to ditch the American Dream or at least redefine it. I think this is true and will probably stay this way for awhile. Most millennials want more freedom, job flexibility, and travel opportunities. I think all generations want to be happy, debt-free, and have a retirement plan; so that part won't change.

Fourth, having something of their own without being "overshadowed" by external forces.   Not all millennials fall into this trend.  I feel that millennials moreso just want to pitch and share ideas to be heard. There is a small class of this generation that want to be heard, listened to, and given credit for that idea. They did it on their own, they're the ones that gave the idea, and their idea was so good the whole company used it.

Lastly is the idea of millennials tackling brand new industries. Again, not necessarily a generational thing. I don't think this one will go away.  Each generation changes and evolves. When generations started playing Galaga, the Nintendo, or even buying their first smart phone, their parents were probably shocked and didn't understand it. Same goes for the people who listened to and watched Elvis Presley for the first time, shaking his hips and whatnot. Those parents were losing their minds! Not everyone understands new technology and new industry, but they eventually adjust.

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