Book Byte #323 "The Adaptation Advantage" by Heather McGowan
Let Go, Learn Fast, and Thrive in the Future of Work
📣 Curious Quotes from the Author
“Nothing can slow digital flows. We now live in a world in which any company can tap into the human talent cloud to identify the highest-quality, lowest-cost actor (human or technological) for any given task.”
📚 Cognition of the Book’s Big Idea
Atomization is the process of breaking up big jobs into smaller ones. Automation is the capacity to carry out tasks automatically, such as updating team calendars and sending mass emails. Additionally, augmentation is the use of technology to improve human potential. In reality, all of these things are freeing up time and increasing our ability to use the abilities that make us special as humans and to work in ways that are most appropriate for us. For example, leaders can improve their social and emotional intelligence, and staff members can set aside time for creativity and innovation.
Adaptation—the capacity to shift course and pivot—is essential as the workplace undergoes ever-increasing change. Instead of becoming the primary event, you may produce products that demonstrate your abilities and reflect your company culture if you can adopt this agile attitude. In the end, organizations should concentrate on two key areas: capability and culture. The bottom line is no longer the only consideration. As a final practical suggestion, if you're anxious about the rapid rate of change, think of one of the most challenging lessons you've ever encountered.
It's not just Steve Jobs whose worst professional moment became his best. In actuality, sometimes things that seem awful at first turn out to be good for us later on. This is due to the fact that we are compelled to adjust and surpass our initial perception of our limitations. Consider the most challenging situations you have encountered in your professional life thus far. Write down your responses to these questions for a moment.
What did the experience teach you? How did you adjust, too? Most likely, you'll find that you're already far more agile than you initially believed. So, keep that in mind. Take a deep breath and remind yourself of your uniquely human skill set before you start worrying about your lack of technical or scientific proficiency. This is what will actually give you a competitive advantage in life.
Until Tomorrow,
Jason (Founder Club255)