The Top 10 Generation Y Blogs
Additionally, this lens will feature blog posts that we believe greatly contribute to the progress of Generation Y in the workplace.
Other Gen Y blogs will be linked to as well so that you, the reader, can expand your readership and follow some phenomenal young bloggers.
Blog Ranking Criteria
As of now the list is determined by the authors of this lens taking into account...
We welcome individual submissions and explanations and hope that eventually there's a committee of respected Gen Y individuals that help determine the rankings. If you are interested let us know via e-mail.
Top 10 Gen Y Blogs
UPDATED RANKINGS: 10/6/08-- Previous Ranking in Parenthesis --
1. Personal Branding Blog (1)
Dan Schawbel's blog is more concentrated than most on this list and that enables him to really hone in on his particular niche, personal branding.
The self proclaimed #1 resource for personal branding online has been featured in a number of publications, and featured on a number of 'top lists.'
If you're a member of generation Y and looking for career development via personal branding, look no further.
2. Hard Knox Life (NR)
It gets tougher each update to stay on this list, especially with phenomenal blogs like this one making such a high debut. We're big on earning your stripes, but if you deserve it, you deserve it, and Dave's blog has earned this spot. [Or maybe we're just attracted to shiny new blogs we were previously unfamiliar with.]
The blog is a brand manager's view at the crossroads of marketing, media and technology. A good chunk of what he writes about pertains directly to things that influence Gen Y, will influence Gen Y, etc. With lots of real life experience in marketing to Gen Y and digital marketing, I suspect Dave's blog will continue to be very relevant.
3. Employee Evolution (6)
The knock on these guys is that with both Ryan's focusing much of their attention on Brazeen Careerist the updates haven't been as frequent. This is potentially what keeps them from challenging Dan for the top spot. The blog is a hot bed of great information for Millennials making the transition from school to the workplace.
It's also probably targets Generation Y better than any other blog on this list. Don't miss some of the real gems in the "Top Articles" section of their side bar.
4. Driven Leaders (NR)
And here's another blog with a ridiculously high debut. [Is it sustainable guys?]
Anthony's about says it better than I could so here you go:
"Driven leaders is a blog devoted to personal and professional development for the emerging leaders of tomorrow. The pressure on new leaders to hit the ground running has never been greater, and the likelihood and cost of failure is escalating. As Gen-Y continues to become an increasing force in the workplace, the need to develop the necessary skills to be a successful leader grows ever more important."
5. Newly Corporate (4)
Newly Corporate is a blog for young professionals by young professionals. Its six contributors each bring a distinct style and background to the blog, which enables it to have various dimensions of personality.
One of the best things about the blog is the fact that it does not take itself too seriously, and that lends itself well to its Millennial audience. With an efficient design that is conducive to the sharing of some great information, NC remains in the top 5 this month in spite of a drop in post frequency. Like, Employee Evolution, it benefits from having content that is very Gen Y oriented.
6. Ben Casnocha (3)
Considering Ben established his own software company at age 14, it is safe to say that he understands the nuances of being an entrepreneur. One look at the "Best of Ben" posts and you will understand why he was #1 on our first two versions of this list.
Ben's blog covers a wide variety of topics, and his deep-thinking approach makes it a stimulating read whether the commentary involves business or ping-pong.
Ben's blog has been falling a few spots the last couple of updates after debuting on the inagural list as the #1 blog. There's no question that Ben's blog is one of the best on this list, and while it's certainly a valuable read for Gen Y, it's not necessarily targeted that way.
The next two blogs on this list are similar in that fashion.
7. Brazen Careerist: Penelope Trunk (5)
Penelope's blog is in your face authentic with posts such as "Plastic Surgery is the Next Must Have Career Tool. Maybe," and check out the end of "Start Up Skill," where she's discussing an interaction between her and new partner Ryan Healy. Nothing is off limits, and her perfect meshing of work and life makes for an intriguing and beneficial read to the Gen Y demographic.
8. I Will Teach You To Be Rich (NR)
Ramit knows his finance. Like both Ben's and Penelope's blog his aim isn't directly at Gen Y, but they could certainly benefit from his blog on personal finance (banking, saving, budgeting and investing) and personal entrepreneurship.
9. PR Interactive (8)
Meg Roberts does a great job interjecting her own personality with some very valuable insight into PR industry. As a current Millennial just starting her 'official' career, we are confident that her most interesting posts are in front of her as she negotiates one of life's big transitions.
Fortunately for Meg, much of her hiatus during her internship, move, etc. was also during our inability to find time to update this list. That's fine with us, because we feel she deserves to be here!
10. Guru Gilbert (10)
Adam's blog is another blog that might not be as targeted to Gen Y as some of the others, but his passion for entrepreneurship and helping people shines through and makes his blog well worth the read, particularly for Millennials. And keeping things well rounded, he also posts about questioning the status quo, happiness, and the meaning of life, which always keeps us on our toes!
Adam is featured in the book Millennial leaders, which is actually in our Amazon queue below.
His continuing ability to obtain votes from readers (whether his or ours) enables him to hang onto the 10th spot, instead of relenquishing to one of the other great blogs that just missed this weeks list.
*NOTE - If you are the author of one of these blogs and want something re-worded, added, etc. let us know and we would be happy to accomodate your request provided that it is synonymous with our own goals and objectives. -- Ryan
Blogs that Just Missed The List
Perhaps the only thing keeping Daniel off the list this week was the fact that he hasn't had a chance to update in some time. He's got some great content targeted directly to Gen Y. He's REALLY improved the aesthetic of his blog, and provided he can find the time to make more frequent updates I envision him back on the top 10 in no time.
Work.Love.Life.
The best way to describe Holly's blog is honest(possibly to a fault) and authentic. The blog covers any number of issues that bombard Millennials including commentary on corporate and start up life with her own infusion of life and love.
Y Pulse
A great site that is very informative, and a great resource for marketers trying to reach this demographic. Though the focus is on Gen Y, it is more on teens and tweens than the young professionals that this site considers its target demographic.
Which Gen Y Blog is Your Favorite?
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Kangai Mwiti - Makeup :: Marketing :: Musings
Bjoern Weidlich
David Isaacson - Indie Muse
Sebastian Graham - The Odd One Out
And my own:
Ryan Stephens
Other Gen Y Blogs
Vote if you Think They Should Make the Next List
This lists consists of some other very good Gen Y targeted blogs that you might really enjoy, and some others you might've suggested. Feel free to vote on the ones you think should make the next published list.
Ryan Stephens Marketing
3 points
Big Slice of Awesome
1 point
Work Love Life
1 point
Young Go Getter
1 point
The Office Newb
Experiences of the newly corporate blogger1 point
Results Junkies
1 point
College Mogul
0 points
Variable Interest
0 points
Marketing Deviant
0 points
Young and Frugal
0 points
MindComet's Corporate Gen Y Blog
0 points
Jeff Widman (.com)
0 points
Hoehn's Musings
0 points
Two Notes Ahead
0 points
Personal PR
0 points
Millennial Leaders Y Blog
0 points
Keep Up With Me
0 points
The Schiff Report
0 points
What Other Gen Y Blogs Belong on This List ?
Because this initial list was put together by only two people, we would really appreciate suggestions regarding other Generation Y blogs that should be considered for, or good additions to this top 10 list.
OR if you think this list is just fine for our second list, state which blog you like best and why...
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Colleen says:
I just started a blog that relates to gen y'r and explains them to the older generation. Let me know what you think! ladyprogress.wordpress.com
Thanks for informing me about some other awesome blogs!
Posted March 09, 2009
dravid00 says:
Great list guys.
For a look at marketing and branding from a slighty different perspective, here's a Gen Y blog written by a young New Zealander.
www.generationyveneration.wordpress.com
Posted January 11, 2009
paulsingh says:
I'd love to have my blog (www.resultsjunkies.com) added to the list.
Posted July 24, 2008
Dave Fallarme says:
YPulse.com is missing from this list. a little bit more impersonal than the ones mentioned above, but a great resource for information.
Posted May 29, 2008
Torbjorn says:
http://variableinterest.wordpress.com/
An important concern today, and...shameless self-promotion. This is, after all, how I got my job, started my blog, and how I get around in the world.
Posted April 22, 2008
The list is perfect, no additions necessary. This blog was my favorite...
Seth Godin says:
Well done, guys!
Posted April 26, 2008
Still Interested? How about some Gen Y books ?
Generation Y Blog Posts from Google
- Let Gen Y Teach You Tech - Sylvia Ann Hewlett - Harvard Business ...
- June 29, 2009 1:12 PM. this is another reason why social media is a good marketing strategy for companies, cause gen Y will really take to it. Its a great way to involve the gen y. - Posted by Priyanka D June 30, 2009 1:55 AM ... The youngest generation is not only asking to use these technologies in their office lives, but rather for companies to transform how they operate and do business. Millennials are looking to change the model: making a company much more flexible ...
- Millennial Marketing: Three Reasons Gen Y Doesn't Get Twitter
- Millennial Marketing. Keeping up on Gen Y trends and the strategies brand marketers can use to reach them. By Carol Phillips, President, Brand Amplitude, LLC and University of Notre Dame Marketing Instructor. ... Earlier this year we did focus groups among Millennials on Social Media usage ("The Millennial View of Social Media: Why Should I Be Your Friend?". We were especially interested in talking to Twitter users - but they were hard to find. ...
- Recession Generation? - Business Opportunities Weblog
- Free Small Town Business Marketing Books. SmallTownMarketing.com is giving away two marketing and advertising books for small town business owners. ... The Millennial generation, or Gen Y, ranges from people in their 20s to those still in grade school. But what they all have in common is the knowledge that the recession has in some way shattered the world they thought they knew. And, depending upon how long the downturn lasts, historians, economists and psychologists say ...
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- Generation Y: What Do They Have To Offer The World?
- After the Baby Boomers, after Generation X emerged a group that represents our modern society. They're known as Generation Y, the Millennium group, and the Internet generation.
They're the ones who are currently in college, or just entering the workforce to become the next leaders of our world. With the changes in technology, generation y has to forge their own path to success amid an ever-changing world ripe with opportunities. - Online Collaboration: The Way Gen Y Thinks We Should Do Business
- Technology has thoroughly reshaped the way we do business and, in particular, the expectations that members of Generation Y (millenials) have about the way we should be doing business. Today's technology has given all of us unprecedented freedom and the power to access information whenever and wherever we need it.
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rydigga wrote...
Hi,
Excellent lens with a very useful list of resources. Thanks for sharing your blogging insight.
Ryan
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This lens is stellar (and not just because you like Hard Knox Life!). As all of us work together, we really have the potential to bring some amazing change to the world. Thanks again for the honor of just a high debut. I hope I continue to live up to your expectations!
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About the Authors
I suppose the best way to describe me is an aspiring marketer/entrepreneur (and current Texas A&M graduate student - last semester) who is extremely passionate about both marketing and helping people. I believe in the power of web 2.0 and its ability to cultivate conversations, relationships and the spread of ideas. As cliche as it sounds, I sincerely believe generosity is the key to a successful business.
I blog at Ryan Stephens Marketing
Jess:
I am an advertising student at the University of Georgia, and I am very excited about learning more and more about marketing. I stay busy working at Borders, studying and mentoring.


