all your eggs in one basket

[KristineS]

Originally Posted by billbenson

Diversification doesn't necessarily mean you need to do it. It could mean that you just need to study it. Had I been studying web design in the mid 90's, I would have had a jump start on adapting to the change. Part of it is never stop educating yourself.

I think this is vital. Things can change quickly. You have to be alert to the trends and you have to keep learning. The days of doing just one thing your entire career are pretty much over for most people. You have to be able to adapt and pick up new skills relatively quickly.