The article critiques how tech conferences promote simplified, dramatic founder narratives that obscure the lengthy, complex processes behind technological innovations. The author emphasizes that the myth of instantaneous disruption distracts from the essential work done by product managers, designers, and engineers. These professionals often spend years refining ideas before they become marketable products, yet their contributions remain largely unnoticed in favor of captivating, oversimplified stories of "overnight" success. This phenomenon creates misconceptions about innovation, highlighting the importance of acknowledging the hard work underlying technological advancements.
Tech conferences have become modern revival meetings. Founders take the stage to share their "moment of revelation," conveniently forgetting the three years of mundane iteration that preceded it.
The disruption theater makes it easier to sell tickets to dramatic narratives rather than workshops on the incremental improvement that truly drives innovation.
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