
Edward D. Hess and Katherine Ludwig
A transformative guide urging individuals and organizations to embrace humility and new cognitive-emotional behaviors to thrive alongside smart machines.
The book highlights how Google hires for humility as a key trait, emphasizing openness over arrogance.
Section 1
9 Sections
Imagine standing at the edge of a vast ocean of change, where the waves are not water but surging tides of technology. This is the Smart Machine Age, a new era where machines are no longer mere tools but intelligent partners, transforming how we live and work.
Yet, amidst this upheaval, there is a beacon of hope. Humans retain unique capabilities—critical thinking, creativity, emotional connection—that machines cannot fully replicate. However, clinging to old definitions of intelligence, where knowing more facts or being fastest to answer equates to being smart, will no longer suffice.
This reality calls for a profound shift in mindset. We must rethink what it means to be smart, embracing qualities that machines struggle to emulate: humility, openness, collaboration, and the courage to learn from mistakes. The future belongs to those who can adapt, innovate, and connect on a deeply human level.
Consider the rise of contingent workers, now nearly 40% of the workforce, reflecting a world where flexibility and adaptability are paramount. The days of lifelong employment at a single company are fading, replaced by dynamic roles that demand continuous learning and emotional intelligence.
As we embark on this journey together, let us open our minds to new possibilities. The challenge is not to compete with machines on their terms but to excel in uniquely human ways.
In the next section, we will explore how redefining what it means to be smart—embracing NewSmart—can unlock our potential to thrive in this new world.
8 more insights available in app
Unlock all 9 sections, 9 insights, full audio, and interactive mind map in the SnapBooks app.
Discover how embracing humility and new forms of intelligence can unlock your true potential in the age of smart machines.
Read articleExplore why traditional IQ tests fail to capture the skills needed today and how NewSmart intelligence is your brain’s secret weapon.
Read article
Adam Kahane

Neel Doshi and Lindsay McGregor

Tim Sanders

Adrian Gostick & Chester Elton