In an era of innovation, traditional education systems have failed to equip a generation of entrepreneurs. Filling this gap is General Assembly, a network of collaborative working spaces around the world built by the people they serve.

Fed up with the rat race, a growing cohort of career-shifters and corporate high-fliers are looking to 'Escape the City' and seek out a new work environment that offers autonomy, fulfilment and above all, a real-world connection with their output.

As our society grows more complex, the educational landscape is becoming radically different. Our educational choices have multiplied exponentially, regardless of age, location or level, with the introduction of digital learning. But how effective are these new methods?

Modern aspirations have hit a brick wall. As growing numbers realise that the things they were promised – a good job, beautiful home and pension plan – aren’t easily achieved, reality is kicking in for the West. Is the age of entitlement over?