tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5579284890902840419.post5069603365103958790..comments2023-12-13T08:45:02.282-06:00Comments on On the Job by Anita Bruzzese: GenY and Boomers: A Formidable AllianceAnitahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07673125042097858304noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5579284890902840419.post-88375849756622993732008-04-01T20:48:00.000-05:002008-04-01T20:48:00.000-05:00I agree about that it's more of a friendly dynamic...I agree about that it's more of a friendly dynamic than any outright hostility...which is why I think it will be such a beneficial relationship in the long run. You want someone to always challenge you and help you grow and learn, without being hostile about it, and that's what these two generations do for one another. I do think things can get a bit more testy when GenX comes into the mix...Anitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07673125042097858304noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5579284890902840419.post-2117284414534040372008-04-01T18:40:00.000-05:002008-04-01T18:40:00.000-05:00I've noticed that Gen Yers have more of a parental...I've noticed that Gen Yers have more of a parental type relationship with Boomers. They respect Boomers' authority and look to them for guidance, but sometimes get frustrated with imposed rules. On the flip side, Boomers roll their eyes at the Gen Yers' sense of entitlement but at the same time admire their spunk and want to encourage their ambition and growth. <BR/><BR/>You just don't see the competitive dynamic that exists between Gen X and the Boomers and Gen X and Gen Y.<BR/><BR/>Best,<BR/><BR/>Alexandra Levit<BR/>Author, How'd You Score That Gig?<BR/>Blogger, Water Cooler Wisdom<BR/>http://alexandralevit.typepad.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com