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fit for the future?
Are you
Liggy Webb highlights the need for vital behavioural skills such
as resilience and collaboration in navigating a swiftly evolving world
we could possibly imagine. The rise of artificial intelligence, robotics and machine learning has transformed so many industries where automation is becoming the norm. Without a definitive guidebook on how to navigate the rapid evolution of technology and artificial intelligence it can sometimes feel overwhelming and even a bit daunting. Whether we like it or not, it is highly
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likely that the pace of technological change is only going to accelerate and, as the world evolves against the backdrop of the fourth and fifth industrial revolutions, then so must we. How well we choose to respond and
adapt to these changes will be highly dependent on the way we behave – our humanness – and this will ultimately be the currency of our future. To ensure that we are fit for the future
re you fit for the future? This is something we all need to consider in a world that is changing faster than
it is wise to continuously explore and cultivate the skills that will help us to thrive. So here are ten core behavioural skills that are highly relevant for the future:
Resilience Human resilience is, in many ways, the foundational behavioural skill because it is about how we choose to respond in a dynamic and ever-evolving world. Let’s face it, change can sometimes be a painful process and life has a way of throwing us a range of curveballs. How we respond to these challenges will define us and help us to build our strength and maintain our stamina.
Flexibility Living in a world that is in a constant state of flux requires us to be better at dealing with rapid change and to be flexible and responsive. Ultimately, agility and responsiveness are the keys to future success and a flexible approach allows us to adapt well and adjust to changing circumstances.
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