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Discussion on: Being average in > 1 things is easier and more valuable than being excellent at 1 thing.

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DamirTomic • Edited

I often hear that you have to specialize in one thing. Why? Because that makes money - become an expert in some outdated/obscure technology like fortran and you'll have a great salary... in exchange for your soul. You'll be doing the same horrible tasks nobody else wants to do for the rest of your life.

I prefer having a broad knowledge even if it means I won't be drowning in money. Honestly, I'm better than the average "specialist" in a few fields, but somebody who is actually good in a specific field beats me.

Best of all, I'm having fun learning and trying out new stuff, and I love when people ask for assistance (although I complain about it :D)