Ahead of the Curve with Coco Mocoe The Millennial Effect: How millennials got the reputation of being "cringe" online
Jul 15, 2024
Guest Kyle Fitzpatrick from The Trend Report™ discusses why Millennials are labeled as 'cringe' online. Topics include Baby Boomers' loyalty to Facebook, Gen X being 'forgotten,' Millennials' perfectionism online, Gen-Z's irony, and intergenerational dynamics in trendsetting and online behavior.
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Boomers See Facebook as TV
- Baby Boomers use Facebook like a dynamic television, blending media consumption with social interactions.
- Their loyalty to familiar platforms reflects their desire for comfort and consistent community engagement.
Boomers' Loyalty Drives Behavior
- Boomers exhibit strong brand and app loyalty which younger generations often don't understand.
- This loyalty shapes their stable, repetitive internet habits and influences their political and community behaviors.
Boomers Loyal Due to Economic Stability
- Boomers benefited from a booming economy, reinforcing their loyalty to existing systems.
- Their satisfaction with stability explains their resistance to questioning the status quo.