Coronavirus is a business opportunity for reskilling companies
Welcome to the Post-Industrial Age
An exploration of the Post-Industrial Age and the challenges faced by companies in terms of talent scarcity, skills obsolescence, and the need for a more agile workforce.
LinkThis recession will reinforce that individuals must take charge of their own careers and invest in their own upskilling. However, what remote learning has highlighted is that higher education is not about the content, it’s merely a proxy for trust and quality of network. As great content continues to be commoditized, we will see the emergence of in... See more
Allison Baum • The “future of work” becomes “work”
When we look at the economic trends accelerated by COVID, there are some worrisome signs for labor. A recent McKinsey survey showed that since the pandemic, 67% of companies are accelerating the adoption of automation technology (fewer jobs), 70% of companies are hiring more independent contractors (fewer benefits), and two times as many companies ... See more
Nick deWilde • Nine Trends That Will Shape Our Careers in 2021
Demand for courses is at an all-time high. Skilling and upskilling has become a necessity as unemployment is high and global competition skyrockets
Greg Isenberg • The Unbundling of Udemy
Covid-19 presents a rare opportunity for change in education. The pandemic is accelerating two major shifts: (1) Education is increasingly being delivered direct-to-learner, and (2) Learning is increasingly lifelong.