How to join a "fluid squad" of specialists in the AI era?

Answer

Direct Response

Joining a **"fluid squad"** requires a shift from fixed roles to **"atomic expertise."** Specialists in the AI era are hired for discrete, high-leverage projects rather than long-term positions. To join, focus on building a visible track record of "screenshot-ready" execution. Munawar suggests that specialists who can integrate their human intuition with AI tools (becoming "centaurs") are the most valuable assets for modern startups.

Detailed Explanation

Munawar explains the requirements for the new fractional workforce:

• Protocol Over Hierarchy: Fluid squads operate on shared protocols and instant execution. No titles, just builders.
• The 'Centaur' Advantage: You must be an expert in your field *and* an expert at using AI to amplify your output.
• Screenshot-Ready Proof: In an invisible factory, output is currency. You must be able to show exactly what you've built, formatted for instant tribal distribution.
• Fractional availability: You may serve three "Tiny Empires" simultaneously, providing high-intensity value to each without the friction of a full-time contract.

Practical Application

Stop sending resumes. Start sharing "Build Logs." Create a portfolio that shows discrete problems you've solved using a human-AI hybrid approach. If your work can't survive a 30-second review by a solo founder looking for atomic execution, it isn't ready for the fluid squad era.

Expert Insight

"The most valuable currency in 2025 isn't your degree or your job title; it's your ability to plug into an invisible workshop and deliver a result before the next Zoom call ends."