What Workers Can Do to Stay Relevant as Automation Grows
The growing use of automation impacts current and future jobs. Whereas some tasks and roles are taken over by automation, others are created.
Although automation handles repetitive tasks, workers excel at activities involving creativity, empathy, and critical thinking. Working alongside automation helps achieve more than working individually.
Taking steps now as automation grows helps workers stay relevant. Developing current and future skills that add organizational value strengthens employability and career advancement.
Developing Relevant Skills
The following skills help workers stay relevant as automation grows:
- Fast alignment with changing situations and circumstances builds resilience.
- Emotional intelligence. Understanding, managing, and positively influencing emotions supports relationship-building, engagement, and job satisfaction.
- Social skills. Understanding work relationships supports empathetic communication, engagement, and collaboration.
- Sharing, developing, and implementing unique ideas helps overcome obstacles.
- Sharing ideas and information strengthens collaboration and productivity.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving. Analyzing data, breaking down complex information, and developing solutions strengthen innovation.
- Guiding, inspiring, and motivating teams increases senior role qualifications.
- Technological skills. Using and teaching digital tools and technologies support productivity and performance.
- Project management: Effective project planning and resource coordination help attain objectives.
Upskilling and Reskilling
Upskilling involves developing advanced skills that enhance a current role. In contrast, reskilling requires learning new skills to take on a different role.
Workers can take these steps to upskill or reskill:
- Identify high-demand skills. Focus on industry trends and start learning now.
- Continuously learn. Read industry-focused blogs, articles, magazines, and books. Engage in industry-related seminars, workshops, conferences, online courses, and professional associations. Consider earning industry certification to demonstrate knowledge and skill sets.
- Incorporate learning into workflows. Practice new skills in role-related activities and projects to strengthen development.
- Network. Connect with other industry professionals and thought leaders. Access additional learning opportunities and resources.
- Stay flexible. Being open to new roles and work styles increases job opportunities and professional growth.
Becoming a New-Collar Worker
New-collar workers developed advanced technical skills without formal education and diplomas. This group is especially prevalent in healthcare, engineering, technology, and other sectors where the demand for specialists outpaces the supply.
Most workers who demonstrate their value through practical tests are well-compensated. The need for their specialized skills strengthens income expectations.
Specializing in Technological Skills
Along with AI, developing the following technological skills helps workers stay relevant as automation increases:
- Jira. The collaboration and workflow-sharing tool is used for software project management.
- Microsoft Azure. The cloud computing platform helps companies access data storage, application management, and related services.
- Data analytics. Collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data supports decision-making and solution development.
- Amazon Web Services. AWS offers flexible data storage, application management, and related services.
- Cybersecurity. The growing number of remote jobs and increasing implementation of the Internet of Things (IoT) increase the need to protect confidential data, information, and processes.
Gain Career Guidance and Support
Whether you want to upskill, reskill, or find your next opportunity, the team at PrideStaff is committed to your success. Reach out to your local PrideStaff office today!
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