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Generation X Mourns Two Icons on the Same Day

Generation X lost two icons today: Michael Jackson and Farrah Fawcett. Both were influential in our youth and give us pause to think about our age.

The Seasons of Generations

Jessie Newburn (aka @jessiex) did a great job of explaining the cycle of generations in writing. Here is my video version.

Great post: Future Bright for Gen X

The future looks bright for Gen X, and @JenX67 can tell you why.

Will We Miss the Boomer Generation Managers?

Although Gen X employees often complain about their Boomer managers, will they do any better as they step into the management role?

Boomer Parents to Kids: Our Little Achievers

Funny video that relates to Boomer helicopter parents.

Generation X: Bad Parents?

The over-scheduling, over-achieving and stressed-out parenting style that has been the hallmark of the Boomer (born 1943-1960) generation may finally be coming to a close now that Generation X (born 1961-1981) is fully taking over as parent of young children. There is a backlash developing in the form of the “Bad Parent” who isn’t willing

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Sarah Palin of Generation X: No Jokes About My Kid!

The Letterman/Palin battle is another example of the Boomer/X’er Generation Gap

@guykawasaki: Alltop needs a Generations Category!

To @guykawasaki: It’s time to get a category for Generations on Alltop, don’t ya’ think?

7 Myths about Generation X

There a myths and misconceptions about every generation, and Generation X (born 1961-1981) is certainly no exception.

Made for the Millennial Generation: Barney and High School Musical

High School Musical and Barney will both make Generation X puke. But it’s not aimed at us anyway.

 
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