Time toPivot

The pandemic has made “resilience” a buzzword, but now, as we enter the post-pandemic era, “agility” is the new theme for organizations. With shifting internal and external tides, quick skill-building has become the top priority for those attempting to pivot and stay relevant.

Enterprise upskilling and reskilling programs, meanwhile, take time that many organizations just don't have in the face of layoffs, ChatGPT, and other challenges.

Organizations that can inspire a learning culture-- encouraging employees to build their skills regardless of formal in-house programs-- will create the ultimate win-win. The business will earn urgently-needed skills, and employees will receive opportunities for professional growth and internal mobility.

Although technical skills are important, human-centric skills focused on people and relationships have become increasingly in-demand. Communication skills, management skills, and emotional intelligence are all experiencing renewed importance after taking a back seat to pandemic-influenced course demands for Engineering and Virtual Skills.

Presentation Skills is another area that is becoming more popular among learners.

Leadership (perennially, the most in-demand course category) is flexing its muscle and gravitas with increases not only in the category, but also in the subcategories of Leadership Fundamentals and Comprehensive Leadership.

To remain competitive in this new landscape, individuals must prioritize their development and ensure they have the skills necessary for success. It's back to basics for many.

Rama Eriksson Editor