FUTURE OF WORK - Five Performance Pathways for the Future
Amro Al Qubaisi
Growth Driven Mindset | Mentor | Certified Investment Fund Director | MBA from INSEAD - a Top Tier International Institution
There is no doubt that the future of work is no longer distant, but rather a reality unfolding Infront of us.
As we navigate and harness the forces of tomorrow, skills fitness is absolutely key to reaching your preferred future.
In this post, I will first cover why performance levers are important. Followed by providing an overview of the five top performance pathways leaders are focusing on, and end the article with a list of skills to master.
Why This Matters ?
Globally, the work landscape has been undergoing significant transformation for a considerable period of time. The labor market is becoming increasingly competitive, dissatisfaction with toxic work cultures continue rising, and the need for workplace flexibility is growing.
In a recent article published by Fast Company, they highlight 7 key trends in the future of work based on an interview with LinkedIn's Chief Economist - Karin Kimbroug, and discussions during the recent RSA conference. However, what stood out to me is the following:
Additionally, based on a Forbes post summarizing the key takeaways from the 2023 Forbes Future Of Work Summit, I highlight below some of the key topics and trends discussed during the summit.
Combined, all the above points trigger the urgent need to master at least two of the future performance pathways I introduce in the next section.
Future Performance Pathways
Think of a performance pathway as a superpower. Under each pathway, multiple skills and activities that need to be mastered for the future.
1.??????Standing Out: Establishing your presence in a digital universe filled with billions of individuals will become increasingly essential. As well as cultivating your personal brand to thrive within its specific economic ecosystem. Trust can be developed gradually over time by reinforcing reliability. However, it is essential that these efforts transcend cultural borders as you navigate the global stage. This marks the starting point of your journey into the future: one which starts by identifying yourself and envisioning who you want to become. Followed by harnessing digital media channels and taking ownership of your data.
2.??????Machine Communication: Understanding machine languages is critical to effectively working with them; however, the future requires much more than coding proficiency. The future necessitates being able to form teams comprising humans, robots and bots and seamlessly coordinate their efforts. Although AI assistants provide convenience and efficiency, to harness their full potential requires tapping into their intelligence for unprecedented accomplishments.
领英推荐
3.??????Assemble Your Squad: The future that lies ahead is in an ever-evolving state, so its landmarks like schools, stores and corporate headquarters may not always exist. But one constant you can count on is “your network”. To navigate this dynamic landscape, it's necessary to become adept in various forms of trade - open, private and public alike - such as money, time, insight, skill knowledge and strength being among its currencies. As the world rapidly changes around us, adopting a designer mindset in shaping what realities you desire, participate in crowdsourcing platforms and virtual communities.
4.??????Decode Complex Systems: The future requires the ability and skill of connecting numerous dots into narratives that alter how people view the world. It requires cultivating agile minds alongside agile bodies, thinking beyond surface level issues and taking unconventional approaches; imagination, creativity, and humility in accepting uncertainty are integral. On this transformative journey, there are no clear problems or definitive solutions; instead there are feedback loops, puzzles and intricate mazes which keep pushing you towards meaningful insights and realities about yourself, your community, and world in general.
5.??????Build Resilience & Grit: The future is fraught with unprecedented risks. From catastrophic Category 5 hurricanes to political turmoil, our collective resources continue to diminish while contentious debates ensue about viable alternatives. Urban centres and agricultural regions face the daunting challenge of feeding an ever-increasing global population while simultaneously supporting themselves. To adapt to shifting environments and survive in these extreme circumstances, individuals resorted to body hacking techniques as a survival mechanism. However, successfully confronting our future requires more than technological solutions and artificial intelligence; it requires social intelligence, emotional intelligence, empathy and cohesive strategies that foster unity and collaboration.
Skills of the Future
As we navigate and harness the forces of tomorrow, skill fitness is important to making the most of it all.
Soon, I will be uncovering on YouTube an intensive training circuit designed to develop these five superpowers and the17 skills that can equip you for whatever comes your way in life.
Engaging in this workout will bring immediate results: greater confidence in shaping your own future and decisions made today, expanded avenues for livelihood and the ability to craft the life you envision, strengthened connections with individuals who are ready and able to support you no matter the circumstance, and an enhanced sense of adventure in everyday pursuits of learning and work. Be ready for this transformative journey which will enable you to thrive in an ever-evolving future landscape !
Now is the time for all of us to commit and recommit ourselves to our ongoing learning journey in hopes of creating a future that benefits everyone.
About the Author
Amro Al Qubaisi has over 18 years of professional experience in financial services. Amro currently serves as the CEO of FH Capital, a boutique investment management firm based in Abu Dhabi. He also held multiple senior roles in the banking industry.
Amro's educational journey encompasses a B.A. in International Relations and a Global Executive MBA from the illustrious?INSEAD. He also proudly holds the distinction of being the first UAE national to attain the prestigious title of?Certified Investment Fund Director. His insatiable thirst for knowledge also led him to complete the renowned?Oxford's Private Markets?Investment Program, further bolstering his expertise in private markets, fund selection and investment governance.
Amro lives by a code and a value system focused on caring, empathy, kindness, and being authentic. He believes that we all have untapped superpowers and a story tell.