David Robbins

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Expertise: Emerging Gen Z Trends, Digital Culture, Psychology

David Robbins is a Gen Z behavioral expert and media analyst at EduBirdie. With a Bachelor's in Sociology and a Master’s in the Psychology of Digital Media, David combines interdisciplinary insights to examine the impact of digital media on consumer behavior, particularly within younger generations. He specializes in emerging trends, influence strategies, and the psychological effects of the digital landscape on Gen Z.

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How to Write a Grant Proposal: a Step-by-Step Guide

A good idea does not make a good grant proposal. You have to explain why your project is important. What are you trying to do? Why should a funder trust you to do it?…

Academic writing tips

20 Aug 2026 12 likes

Gen Z’s Holiday Spending Habits: Shop the Deals or Pay the Bills?

Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Hanukkah, Christmas… There’s no shortage of holidays coming up. It’s the season of giving, and therefore the season of spending. But with costs rising and budgets stretched, will Gen…

EduBirdie insights

13 Nov 2025 27 likes

The Naked Truth: How Gen Zers Really Feel About Their Bodies

Key takeaways: While Gen Z champions body acceptance, 78% feel body positivity has gone too far, with 27% branding it overhyped and performative. Despite 36% admitting they’ve lost interest in a date after seeing…

EduBirdie insights

21 Oct 2025 30 likes

Generation Conflicted: How Do Gen Zers Compare Themselves to Past Generations?

Key takeaways: With the world changing rapidly, 38% of Gen Zers believe they will be the last generation to grow up in a normal climate, 37% believe 9-to-5 jobs will disappear, and 30% insist…

EduBirdie insights

14 Oct 2025 17 likes

The Great Lock In: The Gen Z Trend Turning Fall Into a Fresh Start

Key takeaways: Some 56% of Gen Zers are participating in TikTok’s Great Lock In, with 74% focusing on improving their bodies, 63% strengthening their finances, and 44% on career growth. 80% are participating to…

EduBirdie insights

06 Oct 2025 28 likes

Smarts in the Spotlight: Who Do Gen Zers Think is the Smartest Celebrity?

Fame and fortune don’t happen by accident. There’s no easy path to the top, and it takes brains as much as hustle – but out of all those who have made it into the…

EduBirdie insights

29 Sep 2025 35 likes

Memes, Money, and Elon Musk: How Does Gen Z Define Intelligence?

Key takeaways: 37% of American Gen Z insist they’re smarter than past generations, citing adapting to trends (85%), AI prompting (48%), and understanding memes (46%) as clear signs of intelligence. Just 54% see college…

EduBirdie insights

02 Sep 2025 19 likes

Staying Closeted: What Holds Back LGBTQ+ Gen Zers from Coming Out

Key takeaways: LGBTQ+ statistics show that 65% of LGBTQ+ Gen Zers identify as bisexual or pansexual, while 23% identify as gay or lesbian. Despite progress, the LGBTQ+ community continues to face discrimination, with 7%…

EduBirdie insights

12 Jun 2025 1 like

Gen Z x AI: Consciousness, careers, and chatbot confessions

Key takeaways: 62% of Gen Zers use artificial intelligence to assist them at work, but 21% have shared sensitive company data with external tools. 55% worry AI will replace their jobs within a decade,…

EduBirdie insights

09 Apr 2025 14 likes