Larry Smith
Futurist & Author | 'The Future of Work' & Reinventing Careers
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Larry Smith is a renowned futurist and the author of the acclaimed book 'The Future of Work'. As a professor at the University of Waterloo, he has spent decades studying the profound changes transforming the modern workforce.
Smith's research and TEDx talks have amassed over 10 million views, offering science-backed insights on topics like the rise of automation, the freelance economy, and the skills needed to thrive in the jobs of tomorrow. His keynotes provide practical frameworks to help organizations and individuals adapt to the future of work.
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Why you will fail to have a great career
In this funny and blunt talk, Larry Smith pulls no punches when he calls out the absurd excuses people invent when they fail to pursue their passions.
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