The Gen X Files

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.

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

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

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

Funny video that relates to Boomer helicopter 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 [...]

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

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

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

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