Question

Research additional information regarding intergenerational differences relative to the use of technology for professional communications. Prepare a briefing of 100 to 200 words. The summary must infuse the appropriate theory, concepts, and vocabulary relative to the course learning objectives. Properly cite in APA format the information you borrow from the experts.

Answer 1

Today the face of work is changing and technology is overriding the work culture in every possible manner. The Baby Boomers, Gen X, Gen Y and Gen Z everyone are forced to adopt this technology as a part of their work and communication. But coming to the baby boomers, they are also forced to take the technology for their communication in the current scenario.

The Gen X has seen the major technology advancement during their times which had made it easy for them to adopt the same. And here the major issue with respect to the Baby Boomers, Gen X, Gen Y and Gen Z are that, the Gen Y and Z are born with technology at their hands and they believe more in multitasking while communicating. If you watch this generation, you will see them texting different people in different windows using an IM or such instant messaging apps. And they would always be having their gadgets ready in their hand. They believe that why should they waste their and the company’s time with a 15 minute phone call while they have the technology fostering to multitask and solve 2-3 problems in a stretch. The baby boomers might see this texting as an unhealthy gesture and it is always better to have a phone call or the e-mail send.