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Hey all!

Happy June you wonderful community peeps! For June's Question of the Month we've got an interesting prompt for you to think about: 

"If you could instantly become an expert in any skill, what would it be?" 

Answer this question and you'll get a new badge for your profile! To break the ice, I'll go first...

If I could immediately be an expert in any skill, I think I'd love to be a stand-up comedienne. The artistry is real and it would be so cool to standup and make a whole room of thousands of people laugh and have a great time. What about you? What skill would you like to have? Tell us below.

#QOTM

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Nicole Milliken
Senior Online Community Video Specialist
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Hi everyone!

If I could instantly become an expert in any skill, I would choose DJing and remixing.

I really love electronic music, so it would be amazing to know how to use DJ equipment properly, mix the songs I love, create smooth transitions, and maybe even remix tracks in my own style.

I still plan to start learning and practice a lot when I have more time. Turning the music I already enjoy into a full set would be such a fun skill to have.

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Mateus Nunes
CX Manager at Solve4ME
mateus.nunes@solve4me.com.br
Brazil
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Hello!

If I could instantly become an expert in any skill, I would definitely choose singing!

For me, it's amazing to watch great singers perform, like Andrea Bocelli and Pavarotti, rock singers like Russell Allen, or Attila Dorn. The way they control their voices, connect with the audience, and create emotion through music is truly impressive.

Being able to sing like that would be incredible!

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Arthur Pereira Reinoldes
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I would love to learn the skill sets to work in a 911 call center! I want to be able to help others in distress when they are at their most vulnerable times. The training and the experience would be incredibly satisfying!!

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Luis Ramos
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Hi Nicole! If I could instantly become an expert in any skill, I would choose to be a 911 Medical Dispatcher. I want to help others in need especially when they are the most vulnerable and need immediate medical assistance! Working with police and EMT staff would be incredible! Learning and mastering call center functions is an incredible challenge and experience! 

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Luis Ramos
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That will be AI Specialist 😎

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AJAY KUMAR
XXX
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I'd love to become an expert in guitar! I started playing this year and have been practicing a bunch, so maybe someday I will be! 🎸

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John Butine
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Hi everyone,

If I could immediately become an expert in any skill, I would love to play multiple instruments, DJing and sound engineering. I really love music and I feel like I would enjoy playing as well.

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Richard Mathurin
Application Analyst
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Erika Giraldo
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Hi Nicole,

Nice question to start the month! 😊

If I could instantly become an expert in any skill, it would be flying aircraft as a pilot.

I've always been fascinated by aviation and the level of precision, situational awareness, and decision-making involved. Being able to confidently fly anywhere in the world while managing complex systems and conditions would be an incredible skill to have.

Plus, the view from the office isn't bad either! ✈️😄

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Phaneendra
Technical Solutions Consultant
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Probably cooking I guess... I love to eat (who doesn't? haha), but I really can't even fry an egg..

If I could expertly cook anything that I wanted, it would surely be easier to eat healthier, with less costs (no eating out/delivery).

It would also be awesome to cook people's favorite meals on special occasions and stuff like that!

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Marcello Jabur
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I’d choose the art of making huge money while sleeping. Hahaha.

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Luiz Rosa
Full stack developer
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That would be great! lol

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Thiago Miyaguchi
na
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Original Message:
Sent: 06-01-2026 21:38
From: Luiz Rosa
Subject: June Question of the Month - If you could instantly become an expert in any skill, what would it be?

I'd choose the art of making huge money while sleeping. Hahaha.

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Luiz Rosa
Full stack developer
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If I could instantly become an expert in any skill, it would be understanding everything about space.

I'd love to have deep knowledge of astronomy, astronauts, galaxies, black holes, and how the universe works. The more I learn about space, the more fascinating it becomes, so becoming an expert overnight would be incredible.

There are still so many mysteries out there, and being able to understand and explain them would be amazing.

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Gabriel Garcia
NA
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I'd like to be an expert in making/creating music or cooking any kinda meal !

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Ashiesh Sharma
GCX- GCP, ARC, SCR, QM
Producer | Conductor | Composer
BT plc
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Hi Nicole,

I would probably decide to become good at playing violin.  I think that this instrument is conveying the profound feeling of music into people.

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Nicolas Quermia
Technical Account Manager
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Hey, I'd love to master the skill of building, maintaining and repairing solar panels as well as harness power from other natural means like water and wind.

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Martin Boyle
x
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Nitin Patil
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I have been working in airline industry (on the ground) for past 15 years so would definitely like to be a pilot to fly planes at leisure for recreation to feel the thrill not commercial, as already working in the industry 😄

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Viraj Dhurat
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Hey all - happy Tuesday,

If I could instantly become an expert in any skill, I would choose to change my mindset and make sure I mostly stand up when I work... you might think "a small thing" but it seems like the hardest thing is often changing your habits - at least for me!!

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Rikke Knudsen
Principal CX Advisory Consultant
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Great question, if I could become and expert in any skill, I think I would want to be an expert on the sargassum problem our seas are currently dealing with so that I could figure out how to stop it from killing off part of the ecosystem.

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Isabelle Bourgie
Work Force Management, Senior Consultant
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I would choose the ability of learning a new language faster!

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Rodrigo Romao
NALA Team Lead - Genesys - Employees
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Hi everyone!!

If I could instantly become an expert in one skill, it would be two: first, drawing, because I see that my brother makes drawings that look so realistic; and second, singing, which would be really cool.

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Cesar Padilla
INDRA COLOMBIA
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If I could instantly become an expert in any skill, it would be the art of time management. Not simply to accomplish more, but to create the space needed to be an even more trusted advisor and partner to my customers-especially when they are under pressure and faced with important decisions.

I would use that gift to strengthen relationships, foster deeper collaboration, and help teams navigate challenges with confidence. By bringing people together around thoughtful problem-solving, we can showcase what we do best: delivering exceptional customer experiences.

Ultimately, I would want that expertise to help demonstrate why Genesys professionals are among the most sought-after resources in the customer experience industry-combining technical excellence, trusted partnerships, and a relentless commitment to customer success.

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Dan Goodfellow
Professional Services Architect/Technical Lead
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Something I haven't explored much in my life is work-life balance, as well as spirituality, relaxing, training. Most of the time we're so focused on our daily tasks that I'd love to learn more about work-life balance and share it with others.

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Miguel Lopez
Solutions Consultant
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oh the list in endless but i would pick "appliance repair"... Sounds strange but if you are like me who had to replace their washer / dryer, fridge and dishwasher all within 3 months then you feel my pain.. 

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Jai Nargas
Business Operations Manager
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You all are inspiring, such great answers to this question "If you could instantly become an expert in any skill, what would it be?" 

Personally I'd like to play violin 🎻

Professionally I'd like to be fluent in other languages -- #AITransformation. is helping with this one! 

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Jessica Bobbitt
Senior Director, Customer Success, Global Strategy
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I find becoming an expert in technology of any kind very simple.  What I really need is miraculous powers in understanding and supporting my wife in a loving way to help us develop a stronger relationship.  

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Robert Wakefield-Carl
ttec Digital
Sr. Director - Innovation Architects
Robert.WC@ttecdigital.com
https://www.ttecDigital.com
https://RobertWC.Blogspot.com
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It's a tough one because I love skills as much as MacGyver. I'd choose to be multi-lingual, so any place I went people would understand me plus treat me like a local.

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Don Giannini
Performance Support Manager
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Happy June! If I had the ability to acquire any skill instantly, I would certainly choose Data Science and advanced Artificial Intelligence (to the point of creating complex predictive models with just my mind, without needing a mug of coffee by my side). It would be extraordinary to transform enormous amounts of data into precise insights in a matter of seconds. However, I admit that if this AI were capable of creating a robot that cleaned the house and washed the dishes on its own, that would be the ideal combination of automation! 

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Juliano Fernandes Mendes Pimentel De Paiva
Genesys Analyst
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Hi everyone!

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Josue Reis
Product Specialist at PagBank
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For me, it would definitely be music related. I'd love to instantly know how to play an instrument and/or have perfect pitch.

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Emily Kammerer
Director-Contact Center Operations
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Backend development and UI/UX design for websites. 

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Cameron
Online Community Manager/Moderator
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Se eu pudesse me tornar especialista em qualquer habilidade instantaneamente, escolheria apreneder a pilotar aviões, se não fosse pedir de mais seriam caças...

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MANOEL FERNANDO BRITO DE ALMEIDA
na
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Since I already speak Portuguese, English, and Spanish, I would love to instantly become an expert in polyglotism. My goal would be to master other major global languages, like Mandarin, French, or Arabic. Expanding my language skills even further would be the ultimate superpower for connecting with the world.

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David Betoni
Principal PS Consultant – Workforce Engagement Management
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I'd like to play Piano, to be fluent in Italian and know to cook (it's not necessary to be an expert in the case of cooking, only to know the basic would be sufficent in my case).

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Suzi Leao
suzi.oliveira@genesys.com
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If I could instantly become an expert at any skill, I would definitely choose cooking. I see so many amazing dishes online, and I've tried making a few by following recipes… but in the end, I still had to order delivery. 😅

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Elisson Fernandes
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Hi Nicole

If I could instantly become an expert in any skill, I would choose to become a cardiothoracic surgeon.  I am fascinated by the human body, especially the heart. 

Regards

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Stephan Taljaard
EMBEDIT s.r.o
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I've always been fascinated by the idea of taking a few pieces of wood and turning them into something beautiful, functional, and built to last. There's something incredibly satisfying about the craftsmanship involved in creating strong joints that fit together perfectly without relying on screws or metal fasteners.

I'd love to be able to build furniture, cabinets, and other projects from scratch, understanding not just how to make them look good, but why they work structurally. It seems like a skill that combines creativity, precision, patience, and problem-solving all at once.

Plus, there's something special about being able to point at something in your home and say, "I made that." 😊

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Josh Coyle
Senior Professional Services Consultant
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Remember in the Matrix when Trinity decides she needs to fly a helicopter to escape, and she downloads how to fly a helicopter into her brain in 7s?  That.  I want that.

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Tom Pistone
Genesys Advisor, Customer Success
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I would love to master freediving. Exploring nature is quite fascinating to me, and the deep ocean is still one of my fears :D 

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Hercules Ferreira
Senior Technical Account Manager
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I'd instantly become an expert chef and baker. Being able to create amazing meals and desserts from scratch, understand flavors intuitively, and turn simple ingredients into something memorable would be incredibly rewarding. Plus, unlike a lot of skills, it's one that you get to enjoy and share with other people every day.

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Paul Rapoza
Genesys - Employees
Professional Services Senior Project Manager
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I always have dreams about sprinting really fast - I don't know if it's a superpower or skill, but if I could immediately become an expert in that, I'd totally sign up for it. 

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Andrea Pow
Senior Resolution Specialist
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Making money would be a great skill to be an expert in! Other than Genesys or AI- i'd like to be an expert at drums. My daughter started playing and has picked it up quickly, but when I sit down it does not sound like music 🙃lol 🥁🎶

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Stacey Sanchez
PACU- Workforce Operations MGR
Winston-Salem, NC
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Kaio Oliveira
GCP - GCQM - GCS - GCA - GCD - GCO - GPE & GPR - GCWM

PS.: I apologize if there are any mistakes in my English; my primary language is Portuguese-Br.
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If I could instantly become an expert in any skill, I'd choose speaking every language fluently. 🌍

I love the idea of being able to connect with people from different cultures, travel anywhere without a language barrier, and understand stories, humor, and perspectives exactly as they were meant to be shared. It would make meeting new people and learning from them so much more meaningful.

Plus, it would be pretty amazing to never need subtitles again! 😄

Mira

CS Business Services

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April Mira Mae Sola
Senior Operations Specialist, CS Operations
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I would like to immediately acquire the skills of a great actor!

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Claudio Esposito
Manager Professional Services
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If I could instantly become an expert in any skill, it would not be coding. Not data science. Not a new platform.

It would be knowing when to stop.

The highest-leverage capability in any operation is not the ability to build. It is the judgment to recognize what should stop being built, measured, funded, and protected.

The leaders I respect most are not the ones who know every feature. They are the ones who can look at a project, see clearly through years of accumulated process, and say: this thing you have been defending is the reason your team is stuck.

That is not intuition. It is a discipline.

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Angelo Arezzi
VP, Workforce Management and Support Services
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Hi Everyone,

If I could instantly become an expert in any skill, I'd choose public speaking and storytelling.

Being able to confidently explain complex ideas, engage an audience, and inspire people through stories is a superpower in its own way. Whether it's presenting to customers, leading a team, or just sharing experiences, great communicators can make a lasting impact.

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Muhammed Shibil
Senior Software Engineer
Feebak : The Voice of Customer
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If I could instantly become an expert in any skill, I'd choose singing and playing guitar.

There's just something special about a good voice-and-guitar moment - especially with those emotional country songs that make everyone sing along . 😄

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Fabíola Freitas
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Raja Sridhar Nagella
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Se eu pudesse me torna um especialista, séria um técnico de futebol.

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Andre Costa
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Hello Everyone,

"If you could instantly become an expert in any skill, what would it be?" 

I would like to be an cooking expert, eating good food is always the best

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Felipe Costa de Araujo
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If I could instantly become an expert in any skill, it would be AI engineering and software development. I enjoy working with Genesys Cloud, APIs, and automation, and being able to build advanced AI-powered solutions would be both professionally rewarding and personally exciting. The possibilities to innovate and solve problems are endless.

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Guilherme Hernandez Hubner
Senior Support Analyst
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Hi everyone !

I'd choose storytelling, the art of crafting narratives that connect ideas, emotions, and people, whether in writing, design, or conversation, great storytelling transforms information into inspiration

:)

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Carlos Gutierrez
Solution Consultant
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Hi everyone@

If I could instantly become an expert in any skill, it would be mastering the art of influencing and inspiring people.

In Customer Success, every conversation is an opportunity to help customers unlock more value, adopt new solutions, and achieve their business goals. Being an expert in this skill would help me create stronger partnerships, drive positive outcomes, and support the Genesys vision of putting customers at the center of everything we do.

The better we can connect people, ideas, and technology, the greater the impact we can make together. 🧡

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Monica Venancio
Genesys - Employees
monica.venancio@genesys.com
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Hi!

If I could instantly become an expert in any skill, I would choose the ability to learn languages faster. It would be amazing to communicate with people from all over the world and learn about different cultures.

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Letícia Matos
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Nice question, it actually made me pause and think for a while. A lot of skills came to mind, but if I had to pick one, I'd go with having a photographic memory.

It feels like a foundational skill that would amplify everything else I do learning faster, connecting ideas better, and applying knowledge more effectively across different areas.

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Edwin Alex Shaji
edwin@fantacode.com
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Hi Nicole,

If I could be an expert in a skill it would be the ability to listen to a piece of music once and be able to replay it on a keyboard/piano.

Thanks,

Kash

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Kashaf Chaudhry
Customer Success Director
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If I could instantly become an expert in any skill, I would choose to become an expert F1 driver. 🏎 

Driving a Formula 1 car well isn't just about bravery or raw speed.

It's a strange mix of finesse, aggression, and almost obsessive attention to detail.

The best drivers make it look effortless, but nothing about it is easy

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Gerard Joseph Icasiano
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I would like to be able to speak all languages.

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Thiago Miyaguchi
na
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Se eu pudesse ser especialista em qualquer habilidade, seria tocar varios instrumentos musicais, acho top.

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Eduardo Hubner
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Olá, Nicole!!

Eu adoraria ter a habilidade de exportar data functions rsrsrs.

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Augusto Aranha
Gerente de Desenvolvimento de Sistemas e Planejamento
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Hi @Nicole Milliken The ability to predict what my wife thinks 🤭

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Vidhu Narayanan
Genesys Cloud Delivery Lead
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HAHA! That's pretty funny, Vidhu! (Be careful what you wish for...) 

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Nicole Milliken
Senior Online Community Video Specialist
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Original Message:
Sent: 06-08-2026 20:27
From: Vidhu Narayanan
Subject: June Question of the Month - If you could instantly become an expert in any skill, what would it be?

Hi @Nicole Milliken The ability to predict what my wife thinks 🤭

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Vidhu Narayanan
Genesys Cloud Delivery Lead
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Hi everyone!

If I could instantly become an expert in any skill, I would choose to be a beer sommelier.

I really like special beers from various styles around the world. I have a collection of bottle caps and cups.

As a sommelier, I would have more access to this universe of beers and other beverages, travel more, and convey to people the sensations and flavors of this drink that gladdens so many people.

Drink in moderation! 😀🍻

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Edgar Dreger
Senior Genesys Analyst
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If I could instantly become an expert in any skill, I would definitely choose flying airplanes!

For me, it's amazing to watch skilled pilots operate an aircraft with confidence and precision. The ability to navigate through different weather conditions, make quick decisions, and safely transport people across the world is truly impressive.

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Gokan Duru
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Mine would definitely be to become an expert pilot of airplanes. Fascinated by aviation my entire life and sometimes Flight Simulator just doesn't cut it!

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Kieran Exley
Senior Unified Communications Services Specialist
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Without a doubt it would be AI. Not just from a work perspective, but from a personal perspective there are a ton of benefits to being an expert in AI, whether it's appropriate prompting and guardrails or use cases and development.  I would love to enhance my knowledge about all things AI related. 

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Mathew Erickson
Assistant VP, IT Applications Support
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Hey Nicole!

This is a tough one. There are so many that would be nice. But to learn something instantly, without any effort devalues it, so I would just stay the way I am //not excelling at anything :)

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Sandor Balogh
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