The One where we trade Sharp Axes for Blunt Axes
Future of knowledge work: Developing skills vs Mastering Tools?
One of my personal OKRs for the next 6 weeks (Yes! I’m experimenting with 6-week loops to iterate faster) focuses on experimenting with a variety tools. The idea is to explore and integrate emerging tools to create 1 new product or workflow by Mar 26, 2024.
Let's see how this goes! :)
I was inspired by this
blog post, which got me thinking about the future of knowledge work: Developing skills vs Mastering Tools.Here’s the TL;DR version:
Given the rapid pace of technological advancements, particularly in AI, and the challenge it poses for mastering skills, the author (Scott Stephenson - founder of a legal AI startup) argues that the traditional approach of deeply mastering a single tool is becoming obsolete.
Scott suggests quickly adapting & utilizing new tools as the best path forward to executing knowledge work.
I recently had a chat with a former colleague who now leads Marketing at a cybersecurity startup. She shared how AI tools have revolutionized their campaign creation process, cutting down what used to take weeks into mere minutes.
Navigating the tech landscape feels a bit like standing at a crossroads, doesn't it?
On one side, we have our old reliable tools—like a pair of well-worn shoes that fit just right. On the other, there's a lineup of shiny new gadgets, each whispering promises of untold potential. It's a bit of an emotional rollercoaster to make that choice between: the familiar and the novel.
As we navigate this ever-changing landscape, I believe our true mastery lies in balancing the comfort of the familiar with the promise of the novel.
Our ability to adapt and our knack for being resourceful will truly set us apart.
Would love to learn from you…