Who do you typically turn to when you have a problem with technology? The kids!
Kids and teenagers embrace technology. And all leaders can follow their examples to embrace the skill of the Technology Teenager.
Today, every company is a technology company. That means every leader needs to be a technology-driven leader. You can’t pawn off every tech-related issue to the IT department. You need to understand it yourself.
That doesn’t mean you have to know how to code or program AI. But you do need to know about new technology, how it could impact your business, and what opportunities it can create.
Teenagers are great with technology because they aren’t scared of it. They play and experiment with technology to learn the basics of how it works and what it can do. Often, they don’t read the user manual but jump in and start exploring until they discover how something works.
As a leader, you can follow the same mindset. It’s ok if you make a mistake with technology. What’s important is exploring and learning. Don’t get overwhelmed thinking you have to go in-depth–you just need to understand the programs from a high level.
It doesn’t take long to explore new technology. Spend 10 minutes a day listening to a podcast, reading articles about new technology, or talking to people and getting their perspectives about what’s new and exciting in the tech space.
You can’t pass off every technology program. To thrive in the future, you have to embrace the skill of the Technology Teenager and explore new technology. Don’t be scared of tech–embrace it!
I put together a video which talks about this in more detail. Please check it out below.
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