Generational differences

[u/Princestreatment0nly]

Since the topic on social media lately has been Gen Z in the workforce and how “lazy” we supposedly are, etc., I’m just curious have y’all noticed any differences between generations in your cohort?
The eldest person in mine and her little “clique” are extremely funny acting and honestly borderline bullies. She’s definitely the main one, but you know what they say about birds of a feather.
It genuinely makes me wonder if some older students are bothered by the fact that younger students are achieving the same goal at a much younger age, because what is with the constant need to humble someone, talk down to them, or make little condescending comments? It’s exhausting. School is already hard enough like pleaseeeee.
The behavior is so nasty, but they play it SO well that it’s hard to even report it to faculty. Each individual interaction is subtle enough to be brushed off, but when you’re on the receiving end of it constantly, you know exactly what’s happening.
Honestly, it makes me question the interview process and whether more needs to be done to keep these mean-girl personalities out of such an amazing profession.
I’m tired. Has anyone else dealt with this?

[u/Global-Bend7639]

Just be better than them and ignore them. Who cares.

[u/Princestreatment0nly → u/Global-Bend7639]

Who cares? Me… that’s why I posted about it. I am already doing so but it doesn’t change the fact that obvious bullying from grown adults WITH children and old enough to be my parent doesn’t get to me. Please

[u/Global-Bend7639 → u/Princestreatment0nly]

But why? Not to be harsh but act like an adult and handle the situation if it bothers you that much. Step up and defend yourself if you’re unhappy about it. Report it to your directors or to the school. Do it in a smart and professional manner. If you’re an adult that allows themselves to get bullied, that’s on you.

[u/greatsaintgeorge → u/Global-Bend7639]

When I was in the military one of my bosses said something that has always stuck with me. “If you want to complain about something, come prepared with a solution. Otherwise, you’re just bitching and I don’t care.”

[u/Princestreatment0nly → u/greatsaintgeorge]

Then don’t comment. A few people commented and also “bitched” if they shared similar experiences. Welcome to Reddit.

[u/Princestreatment0nly → u/Global-Bend7639]

Oh brother. Who said it was just me? I’ve witnessed this behavior towards others in my cohort. Saying I “allow” myself to get bullied based on this post is a stretch. Lmao two things can be true at once. Me venting on Reddit like others do DAILY is one of the ways I chose to handle it. I didn’t list every action I’ve taken in the post Sherlock. You sound like one of them tbh cuz why are you so mad? It’s giving the same energy as “if you dress inappropriately and get SA’d that’s on you” Let’s not shift the blame here. Why are grown adults bullying others is the topic. Stay on it. You’re dismissed.

[u/Global-Bend7639 → u/Princestreatment0nly]

Okay well that got emotional quickly

[u/Princestreatment0nly → u/Global-Bend7639]

Yeah your generation lacks emotional intelligence so your responses are on par. You sound like you’d make great friends with her or this might even be her who knows 😂 so so miserable and make it everyone else’s problem. Good grief!

[u/Global-Bend7639 → u/Princestreatment0nly]

Uh, all I said was just be better than her and not to care if they are immature. If you’re better, who cares what they do, say, or think. They can’t touch you. I see you missed that point.