Generation Gap

Generation Gap
Author: Kevin Munger
Publisher: Columbia University Press
Total Pages: 242
Release: 2022-06-07
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 0231553811
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The Baby Boomers are the largest and most powerful generation in American history—and they aren’t going away any time soon. They are, on average, whiter, wealthier, and more conservative than younger generations. They dominate cultural and political institutions and make up the largest slice of the electorate. Generational conflict, with Millennials and Generation Z pitted against the aging Boomer cohort, has become a media staple. Older and younger voters are increasingly at odds: Republicans as a whole skew gray-haired, and within the Democratic Party, the left-leaning youth vote propels primary challengers. The generation gap is widening into a political fault line. Kevin Munger marshals novel data and survey evidence to argue that generational conflict will define the politics of the next decade. He examines the historical trends that made the Baby Boomers so consequential and traces the emergence of age-based political and cultural divisions. Boomers continue to prefer the media culture of their youth, but Millennials and Gen Z are using the internet to render legacy institutions irrelevant. These divergent media habits have led more people than ever to identify with their generation. Munger shows that a common “cohort consciousness” binds aging Boomer voters into a bloc—but a shared identity and purpose among Millennials and Gen Z could topple Boomer power. Bringing together expertise in data analysis and digital culture with keen insight into contemporary politics, Generation Gap explains why the Baby Boomers remain so dominant and how quickly that might change.

Retiring the Generation Gap

Retiring the Generation Gap
Author: Jennifer J. Deal
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2007-03-31
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780787988654
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Written in a highly accessible (and often witty) style, this groundbreaking book addresses a number of generational issues. Deal provides a description of each issue, a summary of the relevant research results, a principle that can be applied to resolve (or at least mitigate) the issue, and practical advice for applying the principle in the workplace. Applying these principles will help everyone to work with, work for, attract, manage, retain, and develop leaders of all generations.

Bridging Generation Gaps

Bridging Generation Gaps
Author: Khalid Mohamed
Publisher: LinCademy
Total Pages: 83
Release: 2023-12-12
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN:
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"Bridging Generation Gaps," a manual for an animated video-based course and an integral part of our HR 9-Book series entitled "Talent Management and Workforce Development,” is your guide to embracing multigenerational collaboration for organizational success. Uncover the unique characteristics of Traditionalists, Baby Boomers, Generation X, and Millennials. Master conflict management, foster teamwork, and leverage the power of generational diversity for innovation and growth. Understanding Generational Dynamics: In the dynamic landscape of the modern workplace, generational differences can either be a source of tension or a wellspring of innovation. "Bridging Generation Gaps" embarks on a journey to unravel the historical context behind generation gaps, providing insights into the characteristics and motivations of Traditionalists, Baby Boomers, Generation X, and Millennials. Chapters: Chapter 1 (Getting Started): Introduction sets the stage, outlining guide objectives. Chapter 2 (History of Generation Gap): Define generation gap, explore defining generations, and manage multigenerational dynamics in the workplace, complemented by a case study. Chapter 3 (Traditionalist Generation): Dive into the background, characteristics, and working style of Traditionalists, supported by a detailed case study. Chapter 4 (Understanding Baby Boomers Generation): Explore the background, characteristics, and working style of Baby Boomers, complemented by a practical case study. Chapter 5 (Understanding Generation X): Uncover the background, characteristics, and working style of Generation X, with insights from a case study. Chapter 6 (Understanding Generation Y): Delve into the background, characteristics, and working style of Generation Y (Millennials), supported by a case study. Chapter 7 (Generations Differences): Explore attitude, working style, and life experience differences among generations, illustrated through a detailed case study. Chapter 8 (Common Grounds): Foster communication, create affinity groups, and encourage knowledge sharing across generations, supported by a practical case study. Chapter 9 (Managing Conflict (I)): Navigate conflicts with older workers using the ACE technique, implement proactive retention strategies, and break stereotypes through team building, with insights from a case study. Chapter 10 (Managing Conflict (II): Navigate the hot zone, foster peer relationships with the CARE model, and build a successful succession plan, supported by a detailed case study. Chapter 11 (The Four Generations Power): Unlock the benefits of generation gaps, foster a learning environment through the FIT model, and embrace the unfamiliar using the LEAD model, complemented by a case study. Chapter 12 (Wrapping Up): Summarize key takeaways, words from the wise, and outline next steps, providing a comprehensive understanding of mastering employee onboarding. Why Choose This Guide: Whether you're an HR professional, manager, or team member, "Bridging Generation Gaps" empowers you to understand, appreciate, and leverage the unique strengths of each generation. Master conflict management, build common grounds, and unlock the potential for enhanced teamwork, innovation, and organizational growth.

The Next Generation Gap

The Next Generation Gap
Author: Kem Luther
Publisher:
Total Pages: 340
Release: 2009
Genre: Social Science
ISBN:
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In the 1960s, during an era of rock music and war protests, the American media coined the phrase "generation gap" to underline the increasing animosity between older and younger Americans. The Next Generation Gap explores a deep cultural pattern in U. S. history that results in periodic generation gaps. The author discovers that the youth movement of the 1960s, far from being the first of these classic American confrontations, was actually the fifth. He finds evidence that a new generation will soon disturb the social consensus by hijacking Internet and electric vehicle technologies. The Next Generation Gap sketches a persuasive picture of American political, economic, and cultural life as the nation stumbles toward its sixth generational revolution.

China's Generation Gap

China's Generation Gap
Author: Jiaming Sun
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2018-01-12
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1317235975
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Based on data collected for the Generation Gap Survey in Shanghai and updated to take into account contemporary trends, this book uses an empirical approach to study the generation gap in China. It covers various aspects of life from professional and family life to political participation and belief systems, analysing and comparing the values held by four different generations. Encompassing more than 2000 case studies and drawing on a wealth of fieldwork interviews, in particular it examines the experiences, thoughts and perceptions of adolescents, young adults, the middle-aged, and the elderly. As the largest sociological survey ever conducted regarding attitudes and value changes by different age groups in Shanghai, it highlights how social change and globalization have impacted on new generations, and the results indicate the dramatic difference and supersession of social ideologies between the generations. A unique piece of research, shedding light on a changing Chinese society, China’s Generation Gap will be of huge value to students and scholars of Chinese culture and society, Chinese social policy, globalisation and cultural studies.

Youth Culture and the Generation Gap

Youth Culture and the Generation Gap
Author: Gerhard Falk
Publisher: Algora Publishing
Total Pages: 270
Release: 2005
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 087586368X
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The Youth Culture is certainly dominant in the world, and the United States is its champion. Has this cultural emphasis widened the generation gap, or is it just a natural by-product of the generational differences that exist in all societies? Is the generation gap such a problem as the media makes it out to be? The authors contend that, in fact, most of today's youngsters have a great deal of sympathy for their parents and share their values. But, the youth culture seeks to overcome the identity problem all adolescents face. As an expert in sociology of youth, the author explores this phenomenon and the development of a youth culture in the U.S., as well as its manifestations in daily life from recreation and music to dress codes and status games. The book is illustrated with case histories taken from the author's private practice. The book compares the competing influences of peers and parents, discusses homeless migrants, hippies, punks and rockers, and considers sex, language, cliques, gangs and reference groups.

Generational Gaps in Political Media Use and Civic Engagement

Generational Gaps in Political Media Use and Civic Engagement
Author: Kim Andersen
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 202
Release: 2020-11-29
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1000284999
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This book investigates news use patterns among five different generations in a time where digital media create a multi-choice media environment. The book introduces the EPIG Model (Engagement-Participation-Information-Generation) to study how different generational cohorts’ exposure to political information is related to their political engagement and participation. The authors build on a multi-method framework to determine direct and indirect media effects across generations. The unique dataset allows for comparison of effects between legacy and social media use and helps to disentangle the influence on citizens’ political involvement in nonelection as well as during political campaign times. Bringing the newly of-age Generation Z into the picture, the book presents an in-depth understanding of how a changing media environment presents different challenges and opportunities for political involvement of this, as well as older generations. Bringing the conversation around political engagement and the media up to date for the new generation, this book will be of key importance to scholars and students in the areas of media studies, communication studies, technology, political science and political communication.

Bridging the Generation Gap: Talking to People of All Ages

Bridging the Generation Gap: Talking to People of All Ages
Author: Emma Quinn
Publisher: QQB
Total Pages: 110
Release:
Genre: Performing Arts
ISBN:
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In a world that is rapidly evolving, the need for effective communication across generations has never been more crucial. Whether you are a young adult just entering the workforce, a middle-aged professional navigating familial and career challenges, or a senior seeking to share wisdom while adapting to new societal norms, this book aims to bridge the generational divide and enhance understanding across age groups. But why is intergenerational communication so important today, and what challenges and benefits does it present?