#27 Mini Series: How to influence Generaton C “7″
December 24, 2009 by Jake Pearce
VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS 
Welcome to the seventh in our mini series exploring how to influence Generation C – ageless, digital natives who love “Control”.
In Mini Series “1″ we explored Malcolm Gladwell’s “Tipping Point” as a way to get a few influencing ‘the many’ with Mavens, Connectors and Sales people.
In Mini Series “2″ I identified that Connectors are only half of the picture when it comes to broadcasting a message – you also need Conductors,which I define in overview.
In Mini Series “3″ I broke down the four types of Conductors briefly to start to understand how they can influence people – naturally including Generation C
In Mini Series “4″ we investigated further the key differences between Connectors and Conductors and their relative regularity and visibility of influence
In Mini Series “5″ we reviewed the 4 types of Conductors (Information, Debate, Social and Club) and what kind of people they are how they influence their networks
In Mini Series “6″ we consider how Conductors and Connectors fit onto a map so we can effectively target particular groups
Today we explore:
- Yes – out of the three maps is the good ole airport map is the ‘right’ map for human networks – so it’s about unevenly powerful hubs that we need to find in order influence Generation C
- That the 80/20 rule applies here when looking at the ‘hubs’
Knowing this, we must look at how to engage Generation C influencers in the hubs.
Have fabulous Christmas folks! When you have finished feasting answer this. Who are your hubs in your networks?
Cheers
Jake
#19 Sarah Newton on the differences between Generation Y and Generation C
August 12, 2009 by Jake Pearce
Sarah Newton, Generation Y expert and writer of GenYGuide comments on the differences between Generation Y and Generation C.
In summary Sarah covers:
- A clear rebuttal of the ’selfish’ label for Generation Y
- An exploration of how Generation Y is a product of its upbringing – e.g. embracing a more balanced life where work is less important
- Generation Y are not ‘all into digital’ media
My thoughts are:
- I have a different view on the social implications of Generation C
- Essentially Generation C have become the ‘leaders’ of Generation Y in terms of an online opinion and have a significant social and marketing impact on our world.
- Technology is a key factor in Generation C’s profile and leadership is a defining characteristic, hence Generation C is the 10% who leave a comment etc
Thanks again to Sarah Newton for taking the time to do this video for us – we really welcome the conversation.
So – what do you think are the key differences between Generation Y and Generation C?
#17 Generational motivations – Baby Boomers and Generation X, Y and C
July 25, 2009 by Jake Pearce
Today we are talking about the motivations of generations and talking about why it’s important to look at what motivates a generation (as human beings) rather than what their behaviour is (as human doings).
This video is 3 minutes 46 seconds long and covers the following:
- A quick definition of Generation C
- Why we need to understand the motivations of different Generations – Baby Boomers, Generation X, Y and C in order to be target generations effectively
- A summary of the motivations of Baby Boomers, Generation X, Y and C
What do you think are the motivations of these generations and does it matter?
#14 Generation Y versus Generation C – what’s the difference?
July 6, 2009 by Jake Pearce
This week I’m looking at the difference between Generation C and Generation Y, with some big implications for marketing and society at large.
The video is 5 mins 53 seconds long and covers the following:
- A recap of a definition of Generation C itself
- Defining Generation Y commenting on two authorities: Peter Sheahan and Howe & Strauss
- Looking at why these two authorities have radically different views on the characteristics of Generation Y
- Explaining how Generation Y relates to Generation C
- The implications for marketing and society in general.
So – what do you think – is Generation Y selfish or selfless?
I look forward to your comments.