Afford Anything · Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Alec Litowitz defines the Adaptability Quotient (AQ) as a learnable framework for making decisions in uncertain environments, distinguishing it from IQ and EQ. He argues that while IQ and EQ are valuable for navigating a known world, AQ is crucial for responding to a changing world.
“Yeah, it's a good question. I use AQ, and for listeners, that stands for adaptability quotient. I use that to describe a learnable framework for making decisions in a world of uncertainty.”
“What people think of IQ and EQ, those are incredibly powerful tools that help you navigate a world as you understand it. But what happens when the world starts changing?”
“AQ is the ability to adapt. It's the ability to respond to the uncertainty we're facing.”