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The Digital Pivot: Adapting To New Technology

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In this enlightening episode of ‘Between Over & Next’, hosts Holli and Robert delve into the remarkable digital transformation that has defined their generation. Reflecting on their personal and professional experiences over the past 30 years, they discuss the pivot from analog to digital and its profound impacts on various aspects of life and industry. From tape deterioration in video recording to using early computers and the advent of email, they provide a nostalgic yet informative journey through time.


Holli and Robert bring to light the resistance many people feel toward new technology, exploring the reasons behind this reluctance, such as fear, comfort with the familiar, and the perceived complexity of modern digital tools. With humorous anecdotes and practical advice, the hosts provide insights into navigating and embracing technological change at any age. Join Holli and Robert as they reminisce about past innovations and speculate on what’s next in tech evolution.

In This Episode

0:00 Navigating the Analog to Digital Transition in Everyday Life

8:23 The Evolution of Communication and Technology Over the Decades
20:06 From Rolodexes to QR Codes: The Evolution of Business Tools
29:29 Embracing Digital Tools and AI for Enhanced Productivity and Connectivity
34:23 The Evolution of Technology and Its Impact on Daily Life

Key Takeaways
  • The Generation of Transformation: Holli and Robert discuss how their generation has experienced unparalleled technological change, from analog tapes to digital mediums.
  • Resistance to Technology: They explain common reasons why individuals may resist new technology, including fear and discomfort with the unfamiliar, and offer tips to overcome these obstacles.
  • Nostalgic Reflections: The hosts reminisce about past technologies like typewriters, rotary phones, and the first home computers, juxtaposing them with today’s digital conveniences like smartphones and cloud storage.
  • Advantages of Digital Tools: They highlight the numerous benefits of modern technology, including increased productivity, connectivity, and flexibility, and share practical tips for leveraging these tools effectively.
  • Future of AI: Robert delves into the implications of artificial intelligence, from voice recognition to real-time language translation, underscoring its growing influence on everyday life.
    • Holli & Robert Quotes

    “You have to get comfortable being uncomfortable to embrace new technology.”

    “People will not lose jobs to artificial intelligence. People will lose jobs to people who know how to use artificial intelligence.”
    “Keep reminding yourself of the advantages that new technology can bring so you can do and be better.”
    “There are many, many benefits of operating in a digital world that will continue to enrich our lives personally and professionally.”

    Mentioned In This Episode

     

    Motorola DynaTAC 8000X

     

    Apple Reinvents the Phone with iPhone

    Charles Babbage

    The Kenbak-1 Computer

    The Founding of Apple Computer, Inc.

    History of the Internet

    History of the World Wide Web

    reMarkable – The paper tablet

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