Extended Summary - Thank You For Being Late: Based On The Book By Thomas L. Friedman

EXTENDED SUMMARY

THANK YOU FOR BEING LATE

BASED ON THE BOOK BY THOMAS L. FRIEDMAN

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CONTENT

The Serendipitous Pause and a Framework Emerges

The Inflection Point of 2007 - When the World Sped Up

Moore's Law and the Computational Supernova

The Explosion of the Market - Globalization Redefined

Navigating the Accelerations - Challenges and Opportunities

Turning Artificial Intelligence into Intelligent Assistance (AI to IA)

The Tension Between Control and Kaos in a Super-Empowered World

The Enduring Significance of "Always Looking for Minnesota"

From Minnesota to the World and Back - Anchoring in the Age of Accelerations

General Analysis

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

Thank You for Being Late by Thomas L. Friedman delves into the profound transformations shaping our world in this age of rapid technological and global change. The author embarks on a journey of reflection, prompted by everyday encounters, to understand the key forces at play, such as accelerating technology (referred to as "the Machine") and their widespread impact on individuals and societies. The book explores themes of adaptation, the erosion of traditional structures, and the crucial role of human connection and values in navigating an increasingly complex world. It seeks to provide a framework for understanding and responding to these unprecedented shifts.

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Release date

Audiobook: 27 March 2025