Mark Herschberg, a fractional CTO and MIT instructor with over two decades of experience, discusses his innovative app, Brain Bump, designed to enhance information retention from books, courses, and podcasts. He shares insights on the creation of the app and its features, like topic categorization and spaced repetition, making it a game-changer for learners. Mark also reflects on the gaps in traditional education regarding leadership and essential career skills, drawing from his extensive teaching experience and corporate background.

Mark Herschberg, an author and fractional CTO with a rich background in AI and career development, shares invaluable insights on adapting to the AI revolution. He discusses how technical skills alone won't suffice; it's crucial to develop interpersonal and leadership skills. The conversation explores the emergence of 'centaurs'—where human creativity and AI collaboration thrive. Mark also critiques the hype around prompt engineering roles, emphasizing the importance of practical experience and continuous learning in a rapidly changing job landscape.

Mark Herschberg, CTO | Author | MIT Instructor, shares essential career skills for engineers. College misses the mark on career success. Importance of skill development and practice. Evolution of education and shifting skill sets. Possibility of a recession in software field and importance of networking. Developing career success skills with small improvements. Significance of career planning and backward approach to problem-solving. Optimizing for life happiness instead of job titles and money.