Prepare for Work The work world has never been as shifting as it is now, and you will experience many opportunities throughout your career. Therefore, always continue to fill your toolbox by learning new skills, both soft skills and hard skills. Prepare for a changing environment and develop the skills that make you ready to take action.
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Since we’re in the midst of the transformative impact of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, the time is now to start preparing for the future of work. Even just five years from now, more than one-third of the skills we believe are essential for today’s workforce will have changed according to the Future of Jobs Report from the World Economic Forum. Fast-paced technological innovations mean that most of us will soon share our workplaces with artificial intelligences and bots, so how can you stay ahead of the curve? Start by adopting a commitment to lifelong learning so you can acquire the skills you will need to succeed in the future workplace.
