Every generation brings new changes, especially with technological advancements being introduced annually. Some things have become, or are becoming, obsolete. Younger generations have opinions on what that may look like. After polling an online forum, these are the top suggestions for examples of what will die out with the boomers. What do you think?
1. Travel Agents
As we get further into the future, it’s suggested that travel agents will be no more and will turn into travel curators. People predict that travel agents will only deal with some regions of travel that travelers might not want to handle and may do so for a fee. Shifting away from travel agents will change the dynamic of the traveling industry, where personal itineraries and self-service are becoming more popular among boomers and millennials.
2. Paper Checks
Let’s face it: paper checks have become a thing of the past with the evolution of technology. The use of paper checks continues to diminish and is predicted to become extinct in the near future. Boomers are one of the last generations that still use paper checks, but with digital payment methods increasing daily for convenience, the need for paper checks has become minuscule.
3. Paper Applications
Growing up, you may remember going to apply for your first job by entering a store and asking for a paper application. Today, some may find it amusing when a boomer enters an establishment and asks for a paper application, as most applications are conducted online. As most services are now offered online, digital applications have almost taken over paper applications, but don’t be surprised if you still see some locations in smaller towns offering paper applications.
4. Fax Machines
According to most, fax machines are one of the first technologies people believe will die with the boomer generation. While fax machines are often used for communication, particularly in the medical industry, many people from other generations continue to express their frustrations with using them. Observers continue to view paper documents as a thing of the past, creating more modern communication methods.
5. Funeral Services
This one may come as a shocker, but funeral services are one of the things that observers believe will die with the boomer generation. The traditional ways of spending large amounts of money on funeral services, like on fancy caskets, are outdated and are on a decline because of specific religions and beliefs. With how expensive it’s becoming to exist virtually, many generations are now beginning to lean towards cremations.
6. Puzzle Books
Growing up, you might remember your family sitting in their favorite chair doing a sudoku or crossword puzzle. Puzzle books are one of the things observers think will die with the boomer generation because of digital applications that offer the same experience. Digital applications are more convenient for users, making them more appealing to the younger generations, leading to a decrease in puzzle books.
7. Phone Calls
According to observers, with texting and appointment scheduling online, phone calls are another thing that they say will die with the boomer generation. Many younger generations view phone calls as a thing of the past, while some boomers today still have landlines. For some boomers who aren’t used to technology, texting might seem too confusing, but for other generations, they’d go as far as to ignore phone calls only to text or email their response.
8. Bank Tellers
With the latest trends, fewer people are going to the bank in person, as most have their paychecks by direct deposit and bank cards to make purchases. Younger generations under the age of 60 use most digital platforms rather than visiting a bank in person to make a withdrawal from a bank teller. There’s been a shift regarding digital banking for convenience and to manage financial transactions.
9. Cable Television
With cable costs continuing to skyrocket, the average cable cost in the United States is approximately $87, and that’s only with watching live cable. In comparison, you could still purchase a streaming service bundle and save money on your monthly bill, watching whatever you want rather than what’s playing on cable television. Many people are playing close to $150/month with cable and internet bundles, so cable television is one of the more popular things we’re seeing drastically decline.
10. Overworking
Boomers are considered the last generation that will overwork themselves, only to receive slave wages, according to observers. Millennials, in particular, have become more hip and have noticed that overworking themselves for a job that can replace them instantly isn’t worth it. Many generations today are beginning to prioritize their mental and physical health as opposed to being slaves to corporate America.
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