Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary: Engineering is no longer the only education worth getting
Canadian billionaire and Shark Tank judge Kevin O’Leary has said he no longer believes engineering is the only education worth pursuing. In a post on X, O’Leary argued that storytelling, photography, video editing and content creation have become highly lucrative skills, with creators earning from contracts with multiple companies by helping brands lower customer acquisition costs and improve…
Shark Tank Judge Kevin O'Leary has declared that engineering is no longer the sole path to career success, with digital content creation emerging as a lucrative skill in today's economy. In a recent post on social media platform X, O'Leary expressed his evolving perspective on education and high-demand careers. He explained that businesses are increasingly relying on creators and digital marketers to acquire customers and boost revenue.
O'Leary stated that skills such as storytelling, photography, and video editing are reshaping the way companies attract customers, making them essential partners for brands. He emphasized that creators are helping businesses lower customer acquisition costs and improve returns on advertising spending, transforming their careers from $48,000 to $400,000 opportunities.
O'Leary noted that creators are securing contracts with multiple companies, showcasing their ability to reduce customer acquisition costs and increase return on ad spend for various clients. This shift highlights a significant change in the economic landscape, where creative professionals are driving business growth. O'Leary concluded by praising the growing demand for content creators, saying, "It's amazing what's happening to the arts."
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