In this post-industrial society what is required of workers at all levels is that they be creative thinkers, problem solvers, able to work well with others, and be able to work independently. Think, if you will, of the young violin student. The ability to pursue very long-term goals. The young musician has usually begun her study by the age of 7 or 8 and, at 15, is looking forward to a lifetime of increasing mastery. The relationship between work and mastery.
Mastery comes with hard work and practice.
She understands that good process is important to a fine product. Risk taking and learning from mistakes. The violinist is willing to take risks in her playing because she knows that she learns by making mistakes. Ownership of the work. Young artists all have the gift of studying something in which they have a personal investment, which they have chosen.