When it comes to understanding generational differences in the workplace, there can be some danger in generalizing, says Jenny Whitener, founder and CEO of Bridge Innovate, a Chattanooga-based business consultancy.

With four generations working side-by-side, and a world of difference between them, we sat down with several intergenerational teams to talk about the advantages and challenges of working across the ages. From TikTok and YOLO (it means "you only live once") to avocado toast and Encyclopedia Britannica, we covered a lot of ground. These interviews have been condensed for length and clarity.

When Bobby Winnie and John Owen bought Quality Fence Company in July, they got more than just a 44-year-old business with a loyal stable of clients and a rock-solid reputation. They also got Rondell Robinson.

* Erlanger Baroness Hospital: 680 staffed beds

Residential home sales rose 8.4% in 2020 to a record high of 11,680 sales. Jay Robinson was involved in either buying or selling the highest dollar amount of residential real estate in 2020, while Grace Edrington was the top team for the number of transaction sides (either purchases or sales).

When Bobby Joe Adamson built his first residential development, he did it on land he says he and his parents once worked as sharecroppers.

Job openings have hit a record high. There's energy in the market; the flood of new positions in aviation, hospitality and tech are contributing to a collective buzz.

What Reflections Gallery did first has served it best during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Chris and Cristi Moody did everything right.

Shelley Prevost established the Big Self School in 2020, with a focus on coaching and development for business teams and executives. An educational psychologist and licensed psychotherapist with over 10 years of experience working in startups and early-stage investing, Prevost blends mental health and leadership development strategies. A particular passion of Prevost's is the enneagram, a method of analyzing nine distinct personality types and the ways they interact.

Ryan Bush, 35, has stopped counting the number of times people have called her an "old soul." When you're part of the millennial generation, being called an "old soul" may or may not sound like a compliment.

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Craig Fuller is the founder and CEO of FreightWaves, a provider of supply chain and logistics data, news and information, which recently debuted at No. 85 on the Inc. 5000 list of the country's fastest growing companies.

Miles Huff joins Cempa Community Care as advocacy and development administrator. In this role, Huff will oversee development, outreach, and government relations. Huff previously served as vice president of talent initiatives at the Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce. He directed corporate social responsibility at Unum prior to his Chamber appointment. Huff, a recent "20 Under 40" honoree in Chattanooga, has long been involved with Cempa as a volunteer, and this full-time position is a natural extension of that partnership.

Between its killer views, rich art scene and growing entrepreneurship, our Scenic City is a triple threat: ideal location, landscape and job opportunities. For longtime locals and those who've recently settled in the city, it doesn't take long to feel right at home in the Chattanooga community.

Fair Flies is changing the world, one fishing fly at a time. By making their products eco-friendly and sourcing from ethical companies that pay their workers a living wage, the company is working to combat human trafficking and pollution all while keeping customers at the top of their fishing game. We talked to them to learn more about their mission and how their products are made.

We all know someone who seems to have a special touch with thrifting, whether it's scooping up chic vintage clothing items or unique home décor.