Asteroid FH-2032 is heading straight for Earth. At NASA headquarters, a multidisciplinary team has 48 hours to design a strategy to prevent catastrophe. They split into three sub-teams: the veterans, with their deep expertise in propulsion; the young innovators, masters of cutting-edge technology; and the Trascenders, who bring a complementary, hybrid approach.

The Veterans: Experience Against Time

At a table covered in blueprints and handwritten formulas, Ignacio, an aerospace engineer with over 25 years at NASA, examines the options alongside María, an astrophysicist specializing in trajectories, and René, a former military officer with expertise in space weaponry.

– “We need enough thrust to alter the asteroid’s trajectory without breaking it apart,” María states.

– “We could design a directed nuclear propulsion rocket, like in the old days,” Ignacio replies, with the confidence of someone who has seen it all.

They understand each other with a glance, but their pace is slow. They are meticulous, rely on manual calculations, and distrust automated models. While their experience is invaluable, their lack of agility is a disadvantage.

The Young Innovators: Speed and Technology

In another corner, surrounded by screens and real-time simulations, Alicia, an AI expert, Kenji, a blockchain developer, and Luis, a cybersecurity specialist, work tirelessly.

– The predictive model says we have an 87% chance of success if we use autonomous drone swarms,” Alicia announces.

– “Blockchain will ensure each drone receives secure, real-time commands,” Kenji adds, coding intensely.
“We need to shield it against possible interference,” Luis says as he refines security protocols.

Their solutions are brilliant, but coordination is their weak point. They sometimes work in parallel without ensuring integration between their systems. Zara, monitoring the simulations, steps in to bridge the gap.

– “If we adjust response times and prioritize critical data, AI and drones can synchronize better,” she suggests.

The team listens and adapts. Though they lack a clear leader, they start finding a balance between speed and precision.

The Trascenders: The Perfect Synergy

At the center of the room, the Trascenders take a different approach. They are professionals who have reinvented themselves, blending new technological skills with past expertise.

Elena, a former automotive engineer, leads the team. Marco, who worked with agricultural drones, specializes in advanced propulsion. Sara, once a financial consultant, is now an expert in blockchain for space missions. David, a former telecom analyst, ensures quantum cybersecurity for the system.

– “We can use magnetic-assisted propulsion to deflect the asteroid without impact,” Marco suggests.

– “If we integrate blockchain, we can stabilize control across the entire operation,” Sara adds, sketching the framework on the screen.
“And with a dynamic cybersecurity system, we can prevent electromagnetic overload from disrupting calculations,” David chimes in.

Elena listens, observes the progress, and asks strategic questions to align every piece. No solution is imposed; they are built together. The discussion flows, ideas refine, and the team moves forward without roadblocks or misunderstandings.

The Outcome: The Power of Transcendence

The clock hits zero. NASA reviews the results. The veterans have designed a solid plan but lack flexibility. The young innovators have created groundbreaking solutions but struggle with integration.

However, the Trascenders have met the goal flawlessly—on time, with no errors or friction. They have achieved what seemed impossible: merging experience with technology through seamless execution.

Conclusion: Who Do You Want on Your Team?

Deflecting an asteroid is just an extreme example, but the principle applies to any company, project, or challenge. Technology alone is not enough. Experience without adaptation is not enough. What truly matters is the ability to transcend—to learn, listen, and evolve with the environment.

So, next time you build a team, ask yourself: Do you want someone with just technical skills, or someone who can also collaborate, adapt, and solve problems?

If you choose the second, then Trascenders are exactly what you need.