Without a doubt. It becomes even more evident that we can't control the outcome the more we put ourselves outside of our comfort zone. It becomes a self-reinforcing understanding after awhile.
This is right on. An outsider might disagree when looking at something like a niche tech startup, assuming that it is the hyper-specialist who brings a company to fruition. But that hyper-specialist is really just a master of FITFO... and thus a generalist. This is the driver of innovation like you're saying. Thanks for comment.
And working with tech-startups, one reason 90%+ fail is because they are so niche as to have no growth path. Evenmoreso what happens is they focus on each little piece myopically and end up with an architecture that is bubblegum and bailing twine of dozens of niche ideas. They need the generalist to put together the larger picture.
Interesting take, Sam. I like it. Taking part in conversations with competition shooters about this topic, I've come to discover that our main difference is where our focus lies. The Combat shooter's focus is external. That's where the threats exist, and he must identify them before he engages them. The Competition shooter's main threat is himself. He must focus internally and vanquish distractions to dominate the course of fire. He is a specialist indeed, while the Combat shooter is generalist, survivalist, demolitionist, and a litany of other 'ists'. Thanks, Sam. Great piece.
I/We are responsible for the effort NOT the outcome…
Rule number one to live a better life.
Without a doubt. It becomes even more evident that we can't control the outcome the more we put ourselves outside of our comfort zone. It becomes a self-reinforcing understanding after awhile.
Jack of all trades and master of none, but most often better than a master of one.
We laud specialists but it's the generalists who typically find the real innovation.
This is right on. An outsider might disagree when looking at something like a niche tech startup, assuming that it is the hyper-specialist who brings a company to fruition. But that hyper-specialist is really just a master of FITFO... and thus a generalist. This is the driver of innovation like you're saying. Thanks for comment.
And working with tech-startups, one reason 90%+ fail is because they are so niche as to have no growth path. Evenmoreso what happens is they focus on each little piece myopically and end up with an architecture that is bubblegum and bailing twine of dozens of niche ideas. They need the generalist to put together the larger picture.
Great essay BTW
100%. That's the value of boots on the ground.
Well said.
Interesting take, Sam. I like it. Taking part in conversations with competition shooters about this topic, I've come to discover that our main difference is where our focus lies. The Combat shooter's focus is external. That's where the threats exist, and he must identify them before he engages them. The Competition shooter's main threat is himself. He must focus internally and vanquish distractions to dominate the course of fire. He is a specialist indeed, while the Combat shooter is generalist, survivalist, demolitionist, and a litany of other 'ists'. Thanks, Sam. Great piece.
Right on, brother. The list is long indeed.
Thank you for this. Your words today were much needed for me, and I believe an answer to recent prayers. Be well.
It is my pleasure. Thank you, and I wish you all the best.