It’s only natural that, as technology advances and the world changes rapidly, the skillsets required for future jobs will also change.
As the digital world grows, soft skill such as communication, problem solving, collaboration, and empathy become equally important – if even more than – technical savvy.
The workplace is changing as automation, digitalisation, and robotisation are becoming more important within companies. According to our study Future of Work one third of people believe that machines will take their jobs.
How can we compete against our android counterparts then?
We need to adapt to new technologies and work demands if we are to survive and thrive in this changing workplace.
What skills will you require to be successful in the future?
The future workplace will require 20 essential skills.
1. Solving Complex Problems
Problem solving can be a vital skill in almost any situation.
As technology becomes more complex and intricate, employees must have the mental agility required to solve any problems that may arise.
In order to be successful in the future, it’s important to improve your ability to solve complex problems.