More PR for ypB!

In the Opinions section of the Florida Today, there is a terrific article about YP's and how we are Brevard's future. CLICK HERE to read all about it!

This brings up an interesting point about what ypB is trying to accomplish. We are trying to create a pipeline for community leaders. The older generation is going to need people to carry the torch when they retire, and hopefully, members of ypB will be there to step up to the plate and carry on their legacy.

Let us know how ypB can help you in this capacity. Where would you like to be in 10 years? How can we help you attain your goals? Leave us a comment below :)

Happy Birthday ypB!

Today and tomorrow are the last days to RSVP for ypB's Second Annual Sandbar Soiree! Don't miss out on our biggest event of the year being held this Friday, August 24th, from 7-10pm at the Crowne Plaza in Melbourne. There will be food, live entertainment, awards and lots of prize give-aways. Also, we are doing a school supply drive, so don't forget to bring some notebooks, pens, and folders for the kiddies!

See you all there!

Tip o' the hat to our Chair

Hey all!
FYI, our very own ypB Chair, Adam Gracia, was featured in an article in Florida Today just last week. CLICK HERE to check it out!

Here is a direct quote from the article:

"A lot of people don't realize the potential of this program. It really
does allow you to become engaged in the community and become a community leader
now."

Well said, Adam. We have touched briefly on this before, but we just want to reitterate that Young Professionals of Brevard is what you make of it. It is an avenue that will lead you as far as you are willing to travel...you are only limited by your own imagination. So get involved, introduce yourself around, and make lasting friendships. You never know what opportunities might be awaiting you at the next ypB event!

Generation Gap

It's a well known fact that every generation has it's own culture, it's own morals and it's own way of doing things. Because society is changing by the decade these days, this generational gap has never been more evident. Within one corporation, you will usually have Baby Boomers (born from 1940-1960), GenXers (born from 1961-1981), and GenYers (born after 1982), each with their own philosophies, quirks, and habits. As you can imagine, or have experienced firsthand yourself, this can create quite the frustrating work environment when generations butt heads.

Most Baby Boomers have been with the same company for 20 years or more and usually hold positions of authority. Often enough, they subscribe to the philosophy of "if it ain't broke, don't fix it". They have been doing things the same way for many years, and don't see a reason to change the system.




GenXers, on the other hand, are more concerned with finding the right job for them. They are not afraid to change positions or companies and are a little resentful with the whole notion of "climbing the corporate ladder". They are often more concerned with a work-life balance and subscribe to the philosophy of "work to live, instead of live to work".

GenYers are more often impatient and want what they are doing now to be as enjoyable and meaningful as possible. They see their corporate environment as inefficient and would like to do things on their own time, not during the 9-5 workday that their Baby Boomer boss insists upon. Most GenYers are highly motivated with great ideas, but struggle to get those ideas heard because of their "newbie" factor. They subscribe to the philosophy of "give me a job, and I'll get it done my way".

What do you guys think? Are these philosophies accurate? What generational philosophy do you subscribe to? Do you have a story where the generation gap between you and your co-workers was painfully evident? Do you have any advice on how to deal with another generation? Let us know! Leave us a comment below!