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Generalist vs Specialist

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A generalist is a professional who focuses on developing general skills such as language, mathematics, strategy, decision making, problem solving and social skills. A specialist is a professional who has developed highly specific skills such as configuring a propriety software package or performing a particular type of surgery.
Overview: Generalist vs Specialist
Type
Generalist Definition
A professional who focuses on developing skills that are widely applicable to business such as language, mathematics, strategy, decision making, business acumen and social influence.
Specialist Definition
A professional who focuses on acquiring specific and rare skills that may be in demand at a particular point in time.
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