Take a moment and think back to how things were just two years ago. Words like Brexit, photobomb, IoT, and froyo weren’t part of the lexicon. Infographics were less sophisticated and emojis were limited. This simple exercise simply demonstrates how much the world seems to be changing, quicker than ever before. But what does this mean for us in our working lives?
It means that we need to keep up or we’ll be left behind. The most important thing we can suggest is to keep yourself current.
If you don’t, you could be out of a job, or worse -unemployable!
These days, the onus is on the individual more so than ever. We need to be proactive in seeking out learning and development opportunities, rather than waiting for our employer to place them in our laps. Whilst this might include formal training, there are several other ways you can remain relevant in the changing workforce.
Think about:
Whilst this list may seem easy on paper (or screen), it’s important to spend time really thinking about it, and then put it into practice.
We have been applying the above to our own business model, building a network of resources to help keep you at the forefront of change. We can let you know about relevant meet-ups, put you in touch with a career change specialist and provide insight on the intersection of technology, globalisation, big-data, AI and analytics. Call us today if you’d like to discuss.