You have brilliantly pointed out how "value differentiators" are not only always important in a commoditized and "quick vanilla ice cream good enough" world, but also how creative expression of such value can open up new opportunities for some that previously did not have that flattened effort curve available to them.
As a software designer with artistic roots working in the AI space, this topic is more relevant than ever. Thank you so much for sharing your perspective David!
This - “When everyone can build everything with AI, the scarcity shifts. Execution is no longer the bottleneck—taste, judgment, and originality are.”
The clients/stakeholders/leaders that have that awareness will continue to be successful.
And this!!
“Foundational skills like discernment, storytelling, and design intuition are no longer just ways to shape output. They are the product.”
YES.
Great writing and great insights. I am grateful you shared this. Thank you! 😊
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You have brilliantly pointed out how "value differentiators" are not only always important in a commoditized and "quick vanilla ice cream good enough" world, but also how creative expression of such value can open up new opportunities for some that previously did not have that flattened effort curve available to them.
Well said!
This gives me Dan Koe vibes. I like your thinking.
As a software designer with artistic roots working in the AI space, this topic is more relevant than ever. Thank you so much for sharing your perspective David!
Awesome perspective David. Thank you for sharing.
The commoditization of human skills - as always some opportunities will arise from this and some will fade.