Generations Article

Abstract
This article examined the differences between people from the past four generations. Because we are from four very different time periods, there are huge differences in beliefs and expectations. Much of the difference can be seen when all four generations are placed in the work force together. This article outlined the specific beliefs across the board between the Veterans, Baby Boomers, Generation X, and Generation Y and how these beliefs translate into the workplace. The author reminds all generations to keep in mind that we have all been raised differently within our generations and to remember these differences when working with older or younger generations in order to coexist peacefully.

Reflection
From personal experience I have seen the difficulties present when dealing with coworkers that are from a different generation. Many tend not to trust your teaching abilities due to lack of experience. It is hard to remember that they, too, were a first year teacher once. It was nice to see exactly what people from different time periods mean when they ask for certain things. Understanding what a request means from a different experience is really helpful. I think that it is important to understand where people are coming from, and hope that this will be able to work both ways for both me and my colleagues.