Kelsey is a member of Generation Y. Because she holds a professional-level job in an organization, she will frequently have to fight the generational stereotype that her work ethic is on steroids (way too strong).

Generational Stereotype

A set of preconceived ideas and beliefs about the characteristics, behaviors, and attitudes of individuals belonging to specific age groups, often resulting in oversimplifications or biases.

Generation Y

Also known as Millennials, this demographic cohort follows Generation X and is typified by their birth years from the early 1980s to the mid-1990s to early 2000s.

Work Ethic

A firm belief in the dignity and value of work and, therefore, important for favorably impressing a manager.