There’s this guy who walks around the iBoomer offices who has got to be pushing 70. He walks around with this unwavering strut while donning all this hip-hop gear. Long ass baggy shorts with some type of oversized jersey and he always wears his sunglasses indoors.
Some may say that this guy has lost all sense of reality. I, myself think that this guys outfits are quite humorous and I hope to meet him one day to see what he’s all about. That said here’s a quick list for today’s boomer to stay hip without compromising your inner self.
1. Get Your Social Media On
Baby Boomers and seniors are the largest growing group on facebook so don’t deny it. Social Media is an excellent way to connect with old high school cronies and there are always some nostalgic groups you can join to reminisce on the good old days.
2. Google It
Don’t underestimate the power of what the internet beholds. Most every question, including the meaning of life can be answered and more. I’m not saying for you to throw away your encyclopedias by any means, but you know what I’m getting at. And that leads us to the next segment.
3. Get Yourself A Smartphone
This one may be cumbersome for some boomers out there. Having a smartphone in your pocket will no doubt keep you relevant and on the cutting cusp of what’s going on now. Access to your email, weather, stocks and more is at your finger tips like never before and you will have a hard time living without one.
4. Get A Tattoo
No really, get a tattoo. Find the place on your body that is still smooth and get one there.
5. Use More Emoticons
This is an easy one. You already have the smart phone so all you have to do is download an emoticon app. Use them wisely and contextually as you don’t ever want to bombard the recipients.
6. Tone It Down
Being a namer dropper just isn’t as cool as it used to be. People are less impressed these days with what you have and are more concerned with who you are. Don’t be such a blow hard.
7. What The Kids Are Saying
Be in the in the know when it comes to current events and what is cool with the kids these days. This is a tough one for sure in that all this reality TV crap is so desensitizing it will drive you to and early grave. Honestly, know about it so you can make fun of it!
8. Get Exposed
Everyone has something to promote nowadays so don’t be afraid to put yourself out there!
via Time