Third Grade Students Learn Blogging

It always amazes me when speaking with a Baby Boomer business owner, that they eschew the social media tools and platforms as too time consuming.

They say "I don't have time for that and don't see the value in it."

I say, "the train's pulling out of the station, you can get on it, or be left behind."

They sometimes find that annoying, but remain professional.  I can see it their faces and in their manner.  Perhaps the video below will demonstrate to them how fast the train is moving.

Here's another Generational Difference in the Age of Social Media

Students in the Third Grade are bloggers

The students in the video are bloggers and I love it. Now they have a new medium to share their thoughts about the books they read.

Like the Gen Y cohort before them, a tool is simply that, something to get a job done.

As a speaker I bring PowerPoint presentations to the seminar but often leave the screen blank, as I know many audience members used PowerPoint in the first grade.  They are not impressed and can probably do a slicker one in no time flat.  What they seek is experience and knowledge transfer.

Do you Blog? If not, why not?

When students begin using a tool at this age, it means it is an integral part of our social communication.

You should have a blog.  There's no reason to not have one.  It provides a platform to share your thoughts and ideas.  It is a business necessity.  

If you do not have a blog or don't know where to start, send an email to Yvonne at YvonneFBrown.com and I will help you get one started.  It's quick and easy to do.  You'll be blogging in no time flat!

How will this affect the younger generation?

Now I pose this question to you: What do you think about this?  Is the third grade too soon to have students writing blogs?

Helicopter Parents Micromanage A New Generation

Helicopter Parents continue to micromanage their children while focusing on their own needs rather than the needs of their children. One parent moved into her daughter's dorm and slept there for four days until the room-mate kicked her out.  Check out the video below to see what I mean.

While this has been going on for many years, it appears to be getting out of hand.  The net result is a workforce unable to make decisions or problem solve.  




Yes, the new workforce is highly educated.  Many join the employment ranks with an MBA in hand but without the ability to make decisions or problem solve.

Very good reasons
I understand the pain of pushing your little bird out of the next and the psychological effects on you as a parent. I too had separation anxiety when my son Charles transitioned into adulthood.  An empty nest feels, well, empty.

It is a necessary component of parenthood though, because in order for your children to be successful in life, they must learn self-reliance.   Consider what would happen if something happened to you, how would they survive? 

 I've experienced it in my seminars
I've seen the results of micromanaged young adults in my seminars.  When presented with a case study to generate ideas and find business solutions the respond with a blank stare.  They really don't know where to start.  

Now, if they are presented with a group of ideas, they can take the ball and hit it out of the park.  Coming up with their own ideas is difficult and I blame it on their parents.

Here's why, when parents consistently make decisions for their adult children, these young adults miss the opportunity to learn self-reliance and problem solving skills.

My message to College Students
It's time for you to step up and take responsibility for your own actions.  That's why I am pleased to see you asking Mom and Dad to take a hike in the video.  I recommend you tell your parents:

"Drop me off at school and leave.  I'll be fine.  I'll learn how to take care of myself.  Then after graduation I will more prepared to go out into the world and make my own way.  I promise, I will make you proud of me."

It will be difficult for many of your parents to let go, as their intentions are good.  They want to take care of you.  But you need to take control of your own life now to ensure your future success. 

The reporter in the story shared a little video from his own son requesting "Mom, Dad, It's time to let go."  Good for you, that's the first step of growing up and taking responsibility for yourself. 

Your comments are welcome.  Please share your thoughts or experiences with this.  I'd love to hear from you.