There is a fairly elaborate pop-psych theory behind it all (Strauss-Howe, "Four turnings" theory with generational archetypes: Boomers=prophet, Millennials=hero; GenX=nomad, GenY=artist)

Seems like the pandemic threw a wrench into the generational cohort theorizing game. We should focus on learning to connect with the people entering the workforce that experienced their high school years over zoom.