EP55: Upskilling, Reskilling, and Career Development Roadmaps to Retain Talent

Welcome back, Thrivers! 

In today’s episode, we explore the world of career evolution and empowerment. We’ll dive into upskilling, reskilling, and crafting personalized career roadmaps to navigate today’s ever-changing professional landscape. 

Discover essential strategies for bridging the skills gap as well as fostering a culture of growth and inclusivity. With some statistics, insights in between, and examples, this episode is your guide on your journey to career excellence. Together, we’ll unlock the secrets of talent retention and explore the vital role of diverse representation in the workforce, while also delving into the importance of navigating a tailored career pathway. 

Tune in for more valuable insights!

KEY POINTS:

– On the need to adapt to technological changes in the marketplace

– Workforce evolution, skills gap, and upskilling

– Company examples that provide upskilling and reskilling training to employees

– Workplace turnover and its impact on organizations

– The importance of career roadmaps for employees and leaders

– On the pivotal role of having a consistent professional development

– The importance of retaining women and professionals of color in the workplace

– Four levels of leadership as a career thriver

QUOTES: 

“We are sitting in a current state where the marketplace is changing. Employee expectations are changing [and] rescaling the workforce is a priority, but there’s a disparity in leaders feeling like they’re ready to address that. — Brittany N. Cole 

“A career development roadmap offers the direction, clarity, and motivation for employees…It’s essentially a visual representation of an individual’s career journey that highlights those pathways for growth.” — Brittany N. Cole 

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