Our startup team all came from the same technical background and we keep hiring people like us, even though we know we need broader perspectives to solve the problems we're facing. Every time we interview someone from a different discipline, we find reasons why they 'won't fit the culture' but I think we're just scared of not being the experts anymore.
More people experience this than they realize.
A group of specialists is unconsciously protecting their expertise at the cost of necessary organizational evolution.
“Where Are You with The T-shaped person?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.