The Question Every Parent Should Ask What if the career I’m preparing my child for… hasn’t been invented yet? Twenty years ago, jobs like AI engineer, app developer, or professional YouTuber sounded like science fiction. Today, they’re cornerstones of the global economy. With AI, automation, and quantum computing reshaping industries at lightning speed, one truth becomes clear: the future isn’t just uncertain—it’s unknowable. We can’t predict which jobs will exist in 2040, but we can spot patterns: 65% of today’s grade-schoolers will work in roles that don’t currently exist (World Economic Forum). Technical skills have a half-life of 2–5 years as technology evolves. “Stable” careers now pivot overnight (e.g., writers adapting to ChatGPT, marketers adjusting to algorithms). The answer isn’t to chase trends. It’s to raise kids who thrive in uncertainty. The Three Pillars of Lifelong Learning Forget memorizing facts. Tomorrow’s problem-solvers need: 1. Curiosity as a Superpower Encourage:...
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