I’m a black millennial businessman. In today’s time, sadly there is a huge gap of knowledge, respect, morals and values between these three generations: Millennials, Generation X and Baby Boomers. Together these three generations make up the bulk of todays workforce/society.
During a business meeting with a peer and his mother, the topic of why it’s so hard for millennials to come together, network and support each other arose. This was very shocking to say the least for “mom.” While we were discussing coming up with a business plan and contemplating which individuals we knew from college, growing up, or work that could help with different aspects of the business plan, my peer and I had to explain why reaching out for help would be a difficult task.
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