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Becoming an Expert Generalist
Nothing can substitute for depth of analysis, and there's proven value in specialization – it's what education, career paths, scientific research, and technological innovation are built on – but generalism is a secret talent.
People who appreciate diversity, who are in the know about the wider world and who understand how things interact are... See more
People who appreciate diversity, who are in the know about the wider world and who understand how things interact are... See more
Steve Hardy • What Specifically Do Generalists Do?
- Expert Generalists share several key traits
- Curiosity
- Collaborativeness
- Customer-focus
- Favoring fundamental knowledge
- A blend of specialist and generalist skills
- Sympathy for related domains
Martin Fowler • Expert Generalists
The generalist becomes more powerful when they develop a specialty where they can apply their broad insight.
The specialist becomes more powerful when they develop a broader surface area of knowledge to connect with their expertise.
Which side are you favoring right now? Would you benefit from a broader area to apply your already honed skills? Or do... See more
The specialist becomes more powerful when they develop a broader surface area of knowledge to connect with their expertise.
Which side are you favoring right now? Would you benefit from a broader area to apply your already honed skills? Or do... See more