Connecting with Generation iY
All week, I've been blogging about observations I’ve made about connecting with Generation iY (the students born since 1990). I believe adults need to rethink the way we deliver our message to these kids that grew up online. Here are a couple of other observations… Observation #4: They want a guide on the side before they want a sage on the
Changes with Every Generation
I am sure you’ve noticed something as I have. Every generation of adults look behind them (at the kids), and are sure they are the “worst” bunch of rebels our world has ever seen. Socrates, thousands of years ago wrote of the misguided youth in Greece and was sure they were “good for nothing.” But I have noticed something else, as
What Can We Expect from the Millennial Generation Worldwide?
This simple blog post contains one of the most sobering discoveries made in recent history. Every year, I am in front of 50,000 to 60,000 students, staff and parents, talking about this next generation -- who they are and what adults can do to mentor them well. It always makes for a lively question and answer time. One question seems to come
What You Can Do to Equip Generation iY
Over the last several weeks, I have blogged about the research on the latest batch of students; the ones I call Generation iY. (They kids born since 1990). They are different in their decision-making skills, communication methods, values, and style than earlier generations. So, what do we do? If the research is true, how can we help Generation iY respond
Our Last Chance to Save Their Future
OK. I recognize I’ve been talking about this for months now. Actually, almost two years. The good news? I’m finally ready to stop merely talking and deliver the goods. I have finished a new book that will respond to the challenges, and even crises we face as we attempt to connect with this new generation of students. I cannot tell you