Review: The World Is Flat
I have been excited to read this book for a very long time, but have never been able to find it at the library (i.e. always checked out). I was in a co-worker’s office one day and saw it on his bookshelf. I picked it up and told them I’ve always wanted to read it. He said, “Well, you can borrow it!” And the book did not disappoint.
What Friedman is saying that, because the flow of information can flow quickly, easily, cheaply, and securely around the world, now “developing” countries like India and China . He also convinced me that “off-shoring” is not a dirty word and that our country could be better off with off-shoring than it has been without it. But then he also states that the US is not ready to take up that challenge.
It was an easy read, but very thought-provoking and challenging in how I look at employment. And I don’t think it matters how much you agree with Friedman — the world is flat, our jobs are changing. China will continue their way to be the next world superpower. If you need convincing see this post from Bill Florida.
The world is flattening, whether we are ready or not.
I give this a rare five out of five stars. Read it now!