I really like talking to millenials. The hardest part for me is the initial ice breaker. We had a new logistics problem in my office building and the person that I had to communicate with happend to be a millenial. The first few minutes of the conversation were very difficult. The young adult put up some serious emotional walls before the problem was even addressed. After a few minutes of asking them about their views and suggestons they finally became more approachable. It all seemed so unnesseary but the little extra effort on my part to try and understand produced a positive outcome. Your article has given me some new information that I will try to apply in my next opportunity.
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Thanks for the sharing, @givonwayne. I think they may put up emotional walls as a defensive mechanism. Probably, they are outspoken naturally, but in school, or maybe at home, they are being shut/shot down.
I think as the older generation (sorry if you're still young!), we have to play our part by taking the first step to build the bridge. We pride ourselves of our age and experience, and hopefully wisdom, so it's only natural for us to reach out, and not just expect them to be proactive.
Also, I find gaining their trust and loyalty is way easier. Maybe due to lesser skeptism?