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Curiosity as a differentiator

Curiosity as a differentiator

From the course: Applied Curiosity

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Curiosity as a differentiator

- You have the education, experience, and credibility. You're an expert in your field. But there are seismic shifts and disruptions lurking ahead. Do you have what it takes to future proof your career, your team, and your company? When we think about the main challenges to our future, it's helpful to think about them as four vectors of upheaval. The first vector of upheaval is the rapid pace of change. This pace of change challenges our relevance. It requires us to embrace lifelong learning and the beginner's mindset necessary for a continuous shift in skills. My software engineer friend, Karen, told me that she rarely uses the computer language that she spent years studying in college and grad school. It's no longer relevant. Her current job title, Chief Digital Officer, didn't even exist when she graduated. To stay relevant, Karen constantly scans the future for opportunities to re-skill, even if that means resetting her to beginner status. She's constantly asking herself, what…

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