Future of Work

Taste is discernment expressed: informed judgment plus the courage to show it. It only exists once you make a choice. ‘Discernment’ as in having a judgment based on a strong set of references, understanding the differences between things, and being able to articulate why you like or dislike something. ‘Expressed’ as in you have to make choices;You... See more

Wanted in AI: English majors

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By Alessandra Riemer, Editor at LinkedIn News

Updated 4 hours ago

Landing a job in tech is no longer just a coder's world. Tech companies are now on the lookout for those with liberal arts backgrounds — including literature and philosophy degrees – who can help bolster language and creative thinking in AI models,... See more

The idea is that all aspects of business and, eventually, human life will become adaptive, dynamic entities akin to living organisms. This includes everything from the tools we use, the processes we follow, our documentation, and our WHOLE businesses. Even our literal employees.

Because we must make money to support ourselves and our families (a worthy and legitimate goal), we sometimes confuse the tools that help us achieve this goal (eg., mastering customer service, spreadsheets, management techniques) with the values that feed the soul (higher order goals like self-discovery; the pursuit of beauty and truth; love).

The newest generations of learners need to learn why understanding the problem, the kinds of common mistakes that happen in organizing the problem, and learning to check answers for consistency are some of the most salient skills to develop in the real world.

I used to train using only productivity cases. Now I use more creativity. It’s stickier, and thus more efficient.

sorting out how you will handle the increasing rate of change is one of the most critical things for businesses today