Why specialized skills are superpowers in new fields

𝐁𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 “𝐠𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐚𝐭 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠” 𝐢𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤. If you’re spreading yourself thin trying to learn everything in tech, you’re making it harder to actually stand out. The best engineers aren’t just well-rounded—they’re 𝐓-𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐝. Imagine you’re playing a game, and you're leveling up your character. You’ve got two choices: 🔥 Max out one skill – Become dangerously good at it. You’re the go-to expert, the one people call when things break. 🤷🏽♀️ Spread your skill points across everything – Now you’re kinda meh at a lot of things, but not great at anything. Neither of these paths is ideal on its own. The best devs strike a balance. 🔹 The horizontal line → That’s your broad knowledge—frontend, backend, DevOps, just enough to hold your own in conversations. 🔹 The vertical line → That’s your deep expertise—React, system architecture, something that makes you a force to be reckoned with. 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫? 👉 If you’re only deep, you might struggle to collaborate outside your specialty. 👉 If you’re only broad, you might lack the depth to solve complex problems. 👉 The real MVPs? They balance both—specialized and adaptable. 𝐒𝐨, 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐝𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐓-𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐞? ✅ Go deep first – Pick a skill and master it. Make it your superpower. ✅ Expand just enough – Learn the basics of tech that connects to your core skill (APIs, databases, cloud services—you get the vibe). ✅ Work with people outside your specialty – Talk to designers, product folks, backend devs. The best problem solvers understand multiple perspectives. The best devs don’t just know things—they know how to connect the dots. So tell me, which part of your "T" needs work? Your breadth or depth? #SoftwareEngineering #techcareer #coding

Hiring in the HSE sector is evolving rapidly. Over the last few years I've seen more companies face increasing complexity in regulations, technology, and environmental challenges. Because of all the changes, there is now demand for specialists with deep knowledge and specific skills. Governments are tightening safety and environmental rules. Advances in data and AI are reshaping how industries operate. All that means that the workforce demographics are shifting. Experienced professionals are retiring, and there’s a push for a new generation of workers with specialised skills. This gap is an opportunity for those entering the HSE field with fresh perspectives and modern expertise. The demand for specialised skills in HSE isn’t just a trend; it’s the future. Companies that invest in developing these skills will lead the charge.

Pit crews in F1 never drive the car. But they'll change 4 tires in under 2 seconds... That's specialized knowledge. In decades of beverage distribution, I've realized: It's not about being the face of the company. It's about knowing what to do, when, and how. Consider this: ↳ The best sommeliers aren't vineyard owners ↳ Top flight instructors aren't airline CEOs ↳ Expert mechanics aren't car designers "It's not about being the best. It's about being the best at getting better." - Kobe Bryant Your specialized knowledge? The edge you know better than anyone else? That's your superpower. Everyone's trying to be the next unicorn founder. But the real value creators? They're the ones who: ↳ Master their craft ↳ Solve specific problems ↳ Make things work seamlessly What's your specialized knowledge? What specific problems do you solve better than anyone else? Truthfully, Sam ♻️ Share this with someone building their expertise. #knowledge #superpower #Specialized

Keys to success in UX in 2025: Specialization by industry and/or technology 1. Industry Specialization When you’re an expert in healthcare, finance, or another specific field, employers notice. They want folks who understand the rules, language, and unique challenges in these areas. By focusing on an industry, you show that you can tackle their problems faster and create more trusted, effective solutions—making you a top choice for hiring managers who need specialized talent. 2. Tech Specialization Companies are racing to build new products in areas like AI, VR, and AR. If you specialize in these cutting-edge technologies, you’ll stand out from other candidates. Tech-skilled UX designers are sought after because they can create advanced, user-friendly experiences in these rapidly emerging modalities. Knowing these tools means you can help teams build innovative products, which makes you an attractive hire in a competitive job market. What's your specialized UX advantage in 2025?