{"product_id":"future-skills-isbn-9781119870401","title":"Future Skills","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Brand NEW Book from Bernard Marr, bestselling author behind Business Trends in Practice - Winner of Business Book of the Year 2022.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFuture-proof yourself and develop critical skills for the digital future\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe working world has changed dramatically in the last twenty years and it's going to continue to transform at an even faster pace. How can the average professional stay afloat in an ocean of constant change and technological revolution?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn\u003ci\u003e Future Skills: The 20 Skills and Competencies Everyone Needs to Succeed in a Digital World\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author and futurist Bernard Marr delivers an engaging and insightful discussion of how you can prepare yourself for the digital future of work. You'll learn which skills will be in the highest demand, why they'll command a premium price, and how to develop them. You'll also find:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrategies for improving human-centered skills, like teamwork and collaboration\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStraightforward explanations of digital skills, like data literacy and cyber-threat awareness\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWays to make yourself an indispensable component of future firms, and practical tips for continuous improvement\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eA can't-miss book for every working professional seeking not just to survive – but to thrive – in the coming years, \u003ci\u003eFuture Skills\u003c\/i\u003e belongs in the libraries of company leaders, managers, human resources professionals, educators, and anyone else with an interest in the future of work and how humanity fits within it.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1 Digital Literacy 5\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2 Data Literacy 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3 Technical Skills 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4 Digital Threat Awareness 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5 Critical Thinking 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6 Judgment and Complex Decision- Making 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7 Emotional Intelligence and Empathy 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8 Creativity 99\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9 Collaboration and Working in Teams 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10 Interpersonal Communication 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11 Working in Gigs 131\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12 Adaptability and Flexibility 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13 Cultural Intelligence and Diversity Consciousness 153\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14 Ethical Awareness 163\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15 Leadership Skills 173\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 16 Brand of “You” and Networking 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 17 Time Management 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 18 Curiosity and Continual Learning 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 19 Embracing and Celebrating Change 221\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 20 Looking After Yourself 233\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinal Words 249\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Author 253\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 255\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBERNARD MARR\u003c\/b\u003e is an internationally bestselling author, keynote speaker, and strategic advisor to some of the world’s most influential companies and governments. He is an expert on topics as varied as future trends, business skills, artificial intelligence, big data, and blockchain. He has a regular column in \u003ci\u003eForbes\u003c\/i\u003e and is the CEO of Bernard Marr \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eWe know the world is changing, and we know that the way we work is changing with it. But what if you could prepare yourself for the changes that have yet to come? What if you could future-proof yourself and gather the skills you’ll need to succeed tomorrow, today?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eFuture Skills: The 20 Skills and Competencies Everyone Needs to Succeed in a Digital World,\u003c\/i\u003e renowned futurist, technologist, and bestselling author Bernard Marr delivers a compelling and essential blueprint to creating a professional skillset that can not only withstand, but shine, in the digital future. In this book, you’ll explore the twenty most important skills for the future of work and why they will be valuable. You’ll also learn tips and receive advice to help you improve those skills right now. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re looking to improve within your current job or find a new opportunity, you’ll be able to apply the insights and ideas you gain from this book immediately. It’s ideal for anyone, in any job or career, who doesn’t want to approach the future of work blindfolded. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe author explores skills as varied as data literacy, cyber-threat awareness, collaboration and teamwork, cultural intelligence, gig working, curiosity, and continuous improvement. Rather than focus purely on technical skills, Marr discusses the uniquely human capacities that can’t be easily automated or replaced by technology. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you want to surf the digital wave, rather than get swept up in it, join Bernard Marr as he walks you through the specific steps you’ll need to take to make yourself an indispensable part of a future that’s coming sooner than you think.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDevelop Critical Skills In The New World Of Work\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eFuture Skills: The 20 Skills and Competencies Everyone Needs to Succeed in a Digital World\u003c\/i\u003e is an indispensable handbook for anyone seeking to prepare themselves for the future of work. In this book, you’ll discover the skillsets that companies and employers will value tomorrow—so you can prepare today. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom data literacy to teamwork and collaboration, Bernard Marr dives deep into the skills that can’t or won’t be automated. He offers strategies and tips for improving your capabilities in these areas so you can avoid feeling overtaken by technology. You’ll learn which competencies will be in high demand, why they’ll be sold at a premium, and how to acquire them efficiently and effectively. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA must-read resource for professionals, employees, business owners, executives, managers, human resources professionals, educators, and anyone else interested in the future of work and our place within it, \u003ci\u003eFuture Skills\u003c\/i\u003e is the one-stop reference you need to future-proof your resumé and work toolset and ensure you can surf the digital wave, rather than be swept up in it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47989267693797,"sku":"NP9781119870401","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781119870401.jpg?v=1761783446","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/future-skills-isbn-9781119870401","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}