IBM talent exec says it's better to be a specialist, not a generalist, in the AI era

Aparna Nair, IBM's chief talent, leadership, and culture officer, said that being a specialist is more valuable than being a generalist in the AI era. She stated that 'the world of generalists is long gone' and that IBM's clients expect deep expertise rather than general advice. Nair added that even if workers wear many hats, they still need extensive knowledge about their specialty. The comments come amid a broader debate about whether it is better to be an expert or a generalist as AI transforms the workforce.

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