In a world where only 1.8% of the human population farms, it’s clear that the way we work has drastically evolved over the years. With most of us now working in offices, high-rises, and the cloud, it’s evident that the traditional idea of work has shifted. And this shift will only continue as we move into the next phase of work.
Celebrating Uniqueness and Creativity
Gone are the days of prizing logical thinking and fitting into a system. Today, we celebrate our uniqueness, creativity, and genius. The desire to be an influencer is a prime example of this shift. While some may scoff at the idea, the truth is that our kids simply want to express themselves in a brand-new way. They want to break free from the traditional mould and pave their own paths.
Hyper-Adaptability and Hyper-Dynamism
The days of sticking to one career for an entire lifetime are long gone. Today, it is reckoned that someone born 15 years ago will have up to 29 different careers before they retire. This hyper-adaptability and hyper-dynamism are a testament to the changing nature of work. The brain of university, addiction to certainty and logic, is not adaptable. It can’t be dynamic. The whole process of education was not to make you dynamic; it was to get you to focus on one thing. And so we move this entire system from working the fields to developing agile skills that help us unlearn and relearn as quickly as possible. That becomes the skill of the future. And so the skill of the future is not IQ. It’s now AQ.
The Skill of the Future: AQ
As we navigate this ever-changing landscape of work, it’s clear that the skill of the future is not IQ but AQ – adaptability quotient. The ability to unlearn and relearn as quickly as possible will be the key to success in the modern age.
In conclusion, the evolution of work has brought about a shift in mindset and skills. Embracing change, celebrating uniqueness, and developing hyper-adaptable skills will be essential to thriving in the future of work.
Note: This blog post is an adaptation of the transcript from the video below.
