Whether the progressive comunity is becoming more collective or individualistic has gained much controversy recently. This essay will scrutinize both sides of the sphere while thereafter offering my personal opinion, which will lean towards the former view.
On the one hand, multi-faceted aspects of modern life have to be dealt with on a daily basis, demanding modern citizens to excel at a diversity of skill sets. Admittedly, achieving ommiscience is next to impossible, since not many people, if not geniuses, can be flawless and eminent. Therefore, one tends to seek help from forerunners, or at least their acquaintances, who can give empirical advice for the areas he or she is clueless about. That way, everyone in the society is responsible for their own role, instead of handling all burdens at once, which also compliments their unique qualities and leaves room for dependence, as a way to express empathy and kindness. For example, Heneiken, a renowned and prosperous business still seeks partnership with third parties whose expertise is beyond manufacturing high-quality beer. Despite having established a hierarchial workforce structure and seamless workflow, the company still collaborates with a creative advertising agency like Leo Burnett to come up with ground-breaking marketing ideas. The success of those outcome can be easily evaluated since they fulfill separate yet complementary needs.
On the other hand, the advancement of technology serves as a catalyst for our independence. Upgraded social platforms now not only allow people to work remotely, hindering the need for direct interactions but also assist humans in coping with daily yet complicated tasks on their own. When stuck with an unsoluble problem, instead of reaching for senior and erudite people, some might only need to conduct a expeditious search using, for instance, Google or ChatGPT, then the predicament could be solved. Another simple yet independent practice that can be observed is Google Maps. People no longer approach others to query possible routes, instead, they refer to a more convenient yet contactless support – a mobile app. Besides, the increasing competition in life, especially in job market, also impede good will of people, due to a fear that the more knowledge they share, more outstanding rivals they, as job seekers, need to battle with. The online assessments that big coperates such as Unilever or P&G can exemplify this point, as quizes are used to judge the competence of potential employess. A difference in 1 or 2 correct answers can impact the final recruitment decision, consequentially, candidats will be unlikely to exchange knowledge to secure their spot.
Though the conviction of both views can be demonstrated and humans as a community can be collective and individualistic at the same time depending on different scenarios, I still give the former opinion credence as I believe nobody is flawless and we would still need to complement each other eventually.