Generation X

Strengths

Independent, adaptable, self-reliant, and pragmatic. The “latchkey kids” who grew up with both parents working, Gen X is comfortable with technology but remembers life before the internet. Strong problem-solvers and entrepreneurial.

Weaknesses

Sometimes cynical or skeptical of institutions. Can be overlooked between the larger Boomer and Millennial cohorts. May resist overly collaborative or “meetings-heavy” workplace cultures.

Fun Fact

The “X” supposedly refers to being unknown or undefined — a generation that didn’t have a defining label at first. They bridges the analog and digital worlds.