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The speaker argues that having a genuinely diverse team—one that includes different viewpoints, backgrounds, and life experiences—remains essential, particularly in high-stakes environments such as government or intelligence agencies. However, the focus should not solely be on meeting specified diversity quotas.
Meritocracy and Team Composition
Another critical aspect of the discussion is the varying conceptions of meritocracy at both the individual and team levels. It asserts that while individual competence is essential, successful teams require a balance of complementary skills and diverse perspectives relevant to the tasks at hand.