4 Tips to Future-Proof Your Career | The Way We Work, a TED series
TED
4 min, 19 sec
Dr. Michelle Weise discusses strategies for individuals to adapt to a future where frequent career transitions will be the norm.
Summary
- People historically have had around 12 jobs, but future predictions suggest 20-30 or more, many of which don't yet exist.
- To navigate career changes, individuals should highlight human skills, become skills translators, learn from discomfort, and choose supportive employers.
- Human skills are crucial and transferable; they include adaptability, collaboration, judgment, and mediating tense situations.
- Skills should be translated to the language of prospective employers and discomfort at work can signal areas for skill development.
- Choosing an employer that invests in talent development and provides clear advancement pathways is important for long-term career success.
Chapter 1
![Introducing the concept that individuals will experience numerous job changes throughout their career, many in fields that do not yet exist.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTY5NjAsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--275a68e4c920fe021b6fe96fb2380387e45ab2c1/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/1660_15.jpg)
Introducing the concept that individuals will experience numerous job changes throughout their career, many in fields that do not yet exist.
- The number of jobs one can expect to hold is increasing, with future estimates predicting 20 to 30 jobs or more.
- This shift in the job market can seem overwhelming, considering the current outdated job search mechanisms like resumes and job postings.
![Introducing the concept that individuals will experience numerous job changes throughout their career, many in fields that do not yet exist.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTY5NjAsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--275a68e4c920fe021b6fe96fb2380387e45ab2c1/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/1660_15.jpg)
Chapter 2
![Dr. Michelle Weise introduces herself and sets the stage for her advice on navigating career changes.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTY5NjIsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--d720a409fb71016a658dc24e3103682ae5f0081a/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/1660_49.jpg)
Dr. Michelle Weise introduces herself and sets the stage for her advice on navigating career changes.
- Dr. Michelle Weise, an advisor to companies and educational institutions, discusses preparing for successful and longer careers.
- She aims to help individuals understand how to approach their next job change and the subsequent ones.
![Dr. Michelle Weise introduces herself and sets the stage for her advice on navigating career changes.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTY5NjIsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--d720a409fb71016a658dc24e3103682ae5f0081a/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/1660_49.jpg)
Chapter 3
![Dr. Weise emphasizes the importance of human skills and how to identify and present them to prospective employers.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTY5NjQsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--692f7210bd2cbc36d043bdbe05889d352055ae82/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/1660_91.jpg)
Dr. Weise emphasizes the importance of human skills and how to identify and present them to prospective employers.
- Human skills such as adaptability, collaboration, and judgment are as important as hard skills and should be prominently featured.
- Creating a timeline of experiences helps identify patterns in skill development, including transferable human skills gained from personal and professional experiences.
![Dr. Weise emphasizes the importance of human skills and how to identify and present them to prospective employers.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTY5NjQsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--692f7210bd2cbc36d043bdbe05889d352055ae82/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/1660_91.jpg)
Chapter 4
![Dr. Weise advises on the need to translate one's skills to align with the language and needs of the target industry.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTY5NjYsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--912658dd22ce875e25725d226b5fbb4e8aa11630/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/1660_141.jpg)
Dr. Weise advises on the need to translate one's skills to align with the language and needs of the target industry.
- It is important to research the target industry and translate skills to match the employer's context and language.
- The same skill may be interpreted differently across industries, such as communication skills in marketing versus behavioral health.
![Dr. Weise advises on the need to translate one's skills to align with the language and needs of the target industry.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTY5NjYsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--912658dd22ce875e25725d226b5fbb4e8aa11630/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/1660_141.jpg)
Chapter 5
![Dr. Weise encourages using discomfort as a tool to identify and address skill gaps for career advancement.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTY5NjgsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--3ffd5f73251b0555b6bc4dfcb7dccf51375e9034/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/1660_175.jpg)
Dr. Weise encourages using discomfort as a tool to identify and address skill gaps for career advancement.
- Discomfort at work can be a useful indicator of where one needs to improve or acquire new skills.
- By recognizing and acting on these areas of discomfort, individuals can turn them into opportunities for growth.
![Dr. Weise encourages using discomfort as a tool to identify and address skill gaps for career advancement.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTY5NjgsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--3ffd5f73251b0555b6bc4dfcb7dccf51375e9034/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/1660_175.jpg)
Chapter 6
![Dr. Weise stresses the importance of selecting an employer that supports skill development and offers advancement opportunities.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTY5NzAsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--31abef311e587813d391cf61340d9d36a31dad21/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/1660_212.jpg)
Dr. Weise stresses the importance of selecting an employer that supports skill development and offers advancement opportunities.
- Job seekers should look for employers that are committed to developing their talent and have clear pathways for internal career advancement.
- Companies should recognize and cultivate human skills and talent, helping employees to develop professionally within the organization.
![Dr. Weise stresses the importance of selecting an employer that supports skill development and offers advancement opportunities.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTY5NzAsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--31abef311e587813d391cf61340d9d36a31dad21/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/1660_212.jpg)
Chapter 7
![Dr. Weise summarizes the strategies for individuals to take charge of their career trajectories in a rapidly changing job market.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTY5NzIsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--75cb746b47e3e47543e8cc0efc8cc7ebbbd6f9be/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/1660_244.jpg)
Dr. Weise summarizes the strategies for individuals to take charge of their career trajectories in a rapidly changing job market.
- Individuals can exercise control over their career paths by identifying hidden skills, translating strengths, and addressing skill gaps.
- By presenting their skills effectively and choosing supportive employers, job changes can become less intimidating and more exciting.
![Dr. Weise summarizes the strategies for individuals to take charge of their career trajectories in a rapidly changing job market.](https://www.videogist.co/rails/active_storage/representations/redirect/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MTY5NzIsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--75cb746b47e3e47543e8cc0efc8cc7ebbbd6f9be/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJqcGciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls3MjAsbnVsbF19LCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--c9426325207613fdd890ee7713353fad711030c7/1660_244.jpg)
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