Generalists and their hidden superpowers with Lindsey Lerner, Host of Generally Curious

The Work Flow Podcast

Ep.14 - Lindsey Lerner comes on the Work Flow Podcast to discuss what it means to be Generalist. She covers what it means to have empathy and future focus, how Generalists can leverage their diverse backgrounds to solve problems, how to articulate a broad set of experience to prospective employers and so much more.

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(00:36) Greeting Lindsey Lerner
(00:41) Discovery of Generalist World
(01:06) Interest in Generalist Theme
(01:38) Lindsey's Childhood Ambition in Photography
(02:09) Combining Creativity with Intelligence
(03:22) Transition from Art to Business School
(04:10) Adventures in Chile and Music Management
(05:36) Starting Level Exchange Business
(06:17) Challenges and Closure of Business
(06:48) Self-Advocacy and Family Support
(07:45) Transition to Tour Managing and Entrepreneurship
(08:34) Blissful Ignorance and Entrepreneurial Beginnings
(09:19) Discovery of Entrepreneurship
(10:01) Belief in Diversity and Innovation
(11:00) Current Involvement with Generalist World
(12:14) Definition of a Generalist
(13:20) Generalists' Empathy and Future Focus
(14:56) The Role of Curiosity in Generalism
(16:05) Problem Solving as a Generalist
(17:14) Human Nature and Empathy in Generalism
(18:02) Challenges of Being a Generalist in Traditional Roles
(19:20) Flexibility in Career Paths
(20:04) Role at Generalist World and Podcast Launch
(21:09) Diversity and Themes in Podcast Season
(22:48) The Role of Translator for Generalists
(23:10) Navigating the Broad Interests of Generalism
(24:28) Portfolio Approach Over Traditional Resume
(25:24) Overcoming the Jumper Optics
(26:03) Intentionality in Career Moves
(28:38) Discipline and Frameworks for Staying on Track
(30:00) Embracing Iteration for Success
(32:15) Overcoming Mental Hurdles on the Generalist Path
(34:00) Surfing Analogy for Career Management
(36:45) Importance of Enjoying the Process
(39:00) Addressing Envy and Comparison in Careers
(41:30) Valuing Autonomy Over Stability
(43:45) Wrap-up and Gratitude for Insights

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