13. Social Intelligence
Social intelligence is your ability to relate to others. It allows you to go beyond basic communication and form deeper and more meaningful connections by empathy, and navigate social environments with ease.
Humans will play a vital role in the future workplace. We may rely on technology to perform repetitive and logic-based tasks, but for matters that involve interaction, perception, and collaboration we’ll need humans. Your social intelligence will help you thrive in the workplace of tomorrow.
14. New Media Literacy
Literacy is often associated with reading and writing. New media literacy is our ability to operate in a digital world.
This involves the ability to create, access, and evaluate media. This is a crucial skill for 21st Century workers as the world becomes increasingly digitalised.
15. Virtual Collaboration
Remote working is becoming more common in many businesses. In the future, the ability to communicate with your virtual team through technology-mediated communication is a necessity.
The virtual workplace is becoming a more commonplace reality as companies realize the value of hiring talent from around the globe. You will have to be prepared to work virtually with diverse teams and complete tasks, from meetings to discussions.
16. Innovative Thinking
Innovation is a key element in a world that is constantly changing. It has become the driving force behind businesses. Being able to create or reinvent new systems, or even existing ones, will give you a major advantage.
You’ll also need to know how to analyse data, deduce information and come up with new, innovative ideas.
