According to the author of The Complacent Class, Millennials have figured out the secret of “thriving in the modern age.” Tyler Cowen argues that most Millennials are aligned with an “enthusiast” mentality — that is, they’re highly motivated by their personal interests and passions.

According to the author of The Complacent Class, Millennials have figured out the secret of “thriving in the modern age.” Tyler Cowen argues that most Millennials are aligned with an “enthusiast” mentality — that is, they’re highly motivated by their personal interests and passions. In today’s more technologically and socially progressive world, enthusiasts are equipped to achieve happiness by pursuing these niche passions. Strivers, on the other hand, find motivation in beating others, and are therefore less likely to find satisfaction in today’s globally competitive world. (Business Insiders)