Just because you started your careers in a certain role, let's say hardware engineering, does not mean you'll end your careers in hardware.
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With this emergence of big data and social mobility, you will, in fact, see the death of 'average,' Instead, you will see the era of you.
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What this quote means
The quote suggests a shift away from the concept of the 'average' person in society, highlighting individuality in the age of big data and social mobility.
Ginni Rometty's quote emphasizes the transformative effect of big data and social mobility on society, suggesting that the traditional concept of the 'average' person is becoming obsolete. In its place, we are entering an era where individuality is celebrated, and personal data shapes our unique identities, opportunities, and experiences.
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Big DataIndividualitySocial MobilityAverageChange
In practice
Example use cases
During a keynote speech on innovation, one could quote this to highlight the importance of personal branding in the tech age.
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