The Joe Reis Show Gordon Wong - The Impact of AI on Attention and Expertise, Platform Wars, and More
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Jun 18, 2025 Gordon Wong, a seasoned expert in AI and product management, joins the discussion on the evolving landscape of technology and its implications. He delves into how AI influences attention and expertise in our fast-paced digital world, highlighting the frustrations of information overload. The conversation also explores the shifting job market, emphasizing the challenges for new graduates. Wong discusses the dynamics of tech ecosystems, particularly the tension between big companies and smaller partners, while reflecting on the cultural changes in data and content consumption.
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AI Era Shrinks Attention Spans
- Attention spans are shrinking due to overwhelming information and easier dopamine hits.
- This impacts our ability to focus deeply and can cause people to flail without clear goals.
ADHD Traits in Modern Media
- Gordon Wong has mild ADHD and sees a cultural shift where previously advantageous traits now cause focus issues.
- Easy dopamine hits from modern media challenge working habits and expertise development.
Platform Ecosystems Eat Partners
- Platforms tend to initially foster partners but eventually cannibalize them due to growth pressures.
- This dynamic mirrors large countries exploiting smaller partners under unequal relationships.
