Millennials often get criticized for many of the current circumstances they are experiencing as a generation. While statistics have shifted since baby boomers, it is difficult to comprehend all of these changes from both sides without listening and being well informed on the severity of the situation. Jennifer Eckhart is a journalist for FOX news, has worked for ESPN radio, and has received local and national recognition for her work. Not only is she highly regarded in her field, but she is very passionate about millennials, and has proceeded to defy pre-established stereotypes of her generation. Tune into this episode of The 1% Edge with Susan Solovic to acquire more knowledge on the current circumstances for millennial and baby boomers and how we can work together to find a solution. 

 

Show Highlights:

• Countering the idea that millennials are disengaged in their work 
• Financial crises that millennial are experiencing 
• Working and going to college 
• Millennials are driven by passion 
• Educating students on finances and saving for retirement 
• The difficulties of saving when living paycheck to paycheck 
• The age of Donald Trump 
• The importance of learning to listen 
• Millennials who are making a difference 
• Becoming a kinder country 
• The importance of being financially dependent for yourself 

 

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Twitter: @Jennifereckhart

Instagram: @Jennifereckhart

 

The crisis of disengagement by Andrew Sherman: