Generalista FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Generalista anti-specialization?

No. The model keeps deep expertise as the foundation and adds adjacent capabilities where they increase leverage.

How fast can someone make progress?

Most people can remove one meaningful blocker in 2-4 weeks by applying adjacent skills to real work.

Which skill should I add first?

Add the one that removes your most frequent dependency bottleneck right now, not the most trendy skill.

Do I need to switch jobs to become a Generalista?

No. The framework is designed for work-integrated learning inside your current role.

How is this different from being a “jack of all trades”?

Generalista is strategic breadth with explicit depth, not random breadth without standards.