The Koe Cast The Most Important Skill To Learn In The Next 10 Years With Devon Eriksen
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Dec 8, 2024 
In this conversation, Devon Eriksen, author of the sci-fi novel "Theft of Fire" and former software engineer, explores vital skills for the future, emphasizing the importance of agency over mere intelligence. He critiques traditional education, advocating for self-directed learning and resilience. Devon discusses the role of AI as a productivity tool while urging individuals to embrace their unique potential. He also shares his journey to self-publishing, highlighting the shift towards personal ownership and integrity in content creation.
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Flaws in the Education System
- The current education system's biggest flaw is third-party payment, giving the government control over the curriculum.
- This leads to training focused on making individuals useful to the government, not themselves.
The Importance of Agency
- Agency, the tendency to initiate action towards goals, is crucial for success, even more so than intelligence.
- High-agency individuals are willing to take risks and are resilient to failure, essential for achieving difficult goals.
Developing Agency
- To develop agency, become aware of risk aversion and set achievable goals.
- Embrace failure as a learning opportunity and train your belief in eventual success like a muscle.
