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“The old economy was about people acquiring a single skill for life; the new economy is about life-long learning,” quote by John Doerr
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“The old economy was about people acquiring a single skill for life; the new economy is about life-long learning,”

John Doerr

About This Quote

Source Book: Measure What Matters, John Doerr, 2018

The old economy valued a single lifelong skill, while the new economy demands continuous learning and adaptation

In simple terms: Old jobs needed one skill; new jobs need lifelong learning

Key Takeaway

Commit to ongoing education and skill development

Themes

economy education career

Mood

motivational forward-looking

Type

business self-help

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • skill training
  • technology adoption
  • entrepreneurship

Key Concepts

Human capital lifelong learning

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance learning with rest?
  • What skills are essential for future work?
A Different Perspective

Continuous learning can cause burnout without balance

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