Tailor policies to individual needs from "summary" of End of Average by Todd Rose
To truly understand the concept of tailoring policies to individual needs, we must first consider the limitations of the traditional one-size-fits-all approach. This approach is built on the assumption that the average person exists and that by designing policies and systems around this average, we can effectively meet the needs of the majority. However, as we delve deeper into the research, we begin to see that this assumption is flawed. The reality is that there is no such thing as an average person. Each individual is unique, with their own set of strengths, weaknesses, and preferences. By adhering rigidly to the average, we risk overlooking the diversity and complexity of human variation. This can lead to policies that are ineffective, inefficient, and...
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