What is with generation Y?

Question

I and countless peers are finding as generation Y infiltrates themselves more and more into the workforce that we have the misfortune of trying to communicate with these know it alls. It seems that every disscussion we have with 17-25 year olds ends in them condisendingly anwering questions with common sense as if we didn't know better. I get no answers from these people but common sense delivered in a manner that says "are you stupid, do I have to tell you something that is so simple". It's like they don't realize that most have a general knowledge base and Gen Y in their infinate wisdom answer all questions and discussions defensivley with comments or facts that are generally known to everyone. They walk off as if they had some sort of intelligent insight in which they provided some much needed knowledge to some imbicile when all they do is state the obvious. Having been born in '79 I find older people find this Gen Y characteristic as being "typical of the young". Comments?

Answer 1

I agree with you, it is HORRIBLE. I myself am a Gen-Y'er, and hate being linked in the same group as some of these young people. Inconsistency and lack of courtesy along with self importance issues make "us" a handful to deal with!

Answer 2

You were born in 79? you are a bit too close to Gen Y to be making such comments aren't you? I figure you are jealous of our youth. Just remember you were a no it all youth not that long ago.
-How is that for your narrow minded view of my generation?

Answer 3

I am guessing if they gave you a common sense answer it is because you asked a question that common people typically know the answer to. If they were being condisending it is probably becuase you asked a question that, to them, the answer is very apparent.

Answer 4

Lol give them a break. I have a few in my household and rather enjoy them.