Extinction is caused by specialization. We are entering into the age of generalists. Adapt or die. Here’s the Future-Proof Skill Set:

Humans are designed to be generalists. We can dive into the ocean by putting on lungs. We can fly by putting on wings. Then we can take them off.

@thejakekay I think being a generalist allows you to Explore different fields and knowledge secures where as specializing boxes you in

@thejakekay Dan Koe shared this, good one.

@thejakekay Historically it was common for conquered peoples to become specialists in service to their masters. We became specialists in service to mechanisation. Here's hoping automation helps us return to freedom and wholeness.

@thejakekay @thedankoe Love it, ppl underestimate the importance that a Jack of All trade provides

@thejakekay words > swords

@thejakekay Range is a good book for this

@thejakekay There's not enough data to support this claim. Economic development since the industrial revolution is all about specialization. What we see today is that specialists are better positioned to increase productivity through AI. Our AI systems can't be trusted to make decisions

@thejakekay These are key!

@thejakekay From specialization to generalization: the mind moves between analysis and synthesize

@thejakekay @thedankoe Specialize in being adaptable; the future belongs to those who can flex their skills.

@thejakekay The T-shaped model is a good approach