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In the Digital Age, Upskilling Is Hot!
Like it or not, the digital age is the source of a tsunami of change in our lives. Rapid technological changes are shaping everything from the way we hail a cab to the way we order takeout food. We are forced to adapt to new ways of doing the most basic tasks. It’s no wonder, then, that you may be feeling similar pressure in your work life. Your calendar is updated by others remotely, your files are stored in the cloud and editable by someone in a different city — or country, and a modern meeting is held by video conferencing technology in a Zoom room or over a smart phone. Even the staid one-page, paper resume has been replaced by the LinkedIn profile.
In an effort to keep up with the competition, companies must respond to the never-ending need to upgrade systems, digital platforms, and applications. Naturally, companies value most the employees who can keep up with all these changes. It is incumbent upon you, therefore, to continually develop yourself, to learn new skills — especially digital skills — and to be flexible about learning new modes and patterns of work.
In the digital age, having excellent skills is a more valuable currency than an impressive resume, but the requisite skills are a moving target.
