World Class CEO @ Replit on AI, Ancient Wisdom & Becoming your Best Self | Amjad Masad
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May 8, 2025 
Amjad Masad, CEO of Replit, shares his journey in revolutionizing software development with a billion-dollar startup. He emphasizes the shift in education for a post-AI world, advocating for creativity over traditional methods. Masad discusses the evolving role of AI agents in the workforce and the potential of small teams to disrupt markets. Drawing inspiration from Stoic philosophy, he explores personal success and the importance of self-care. His insights are a roadmap for thriving in the AI era and unlocking human potential.
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Rethinking Education for AI Era
- Education needs to shift focus toward creating broad generalists rather than specialists.
- Critical thinking, system thinking, philosophy, and ideas must be prioritized for thriving in a post-AI world.
Anticipate Trends for Ideas
- Anticipate technology trends to predict future needs and opportunities.
- Build ideas and skills around imminent technology maturities to stay ahead.
Future of Teams: Smaller and Senior
- Companies will become smaller but more numerous due to AI agents enhancing productivity.
- Smaller, senior teams with high agency will replace larger junior-heavy workforces.
