The idea of a job for life is outdated, with average tenure across all ages and industries falling from 15 years in 1959 to just over four years today. But how do school leavers successfully map a future in an ever-changing landscape? In my experience, by selecting a path that will develop sought-after soft skills, such as problem-solving, research and cross-cultural communication. By doing this while gaining workplace experience, and utilising networking and mentoring opportunities, young people will give themselves the best chance, not only of succeeding in their initial job, but also of building the adaptability that will hold them in good stead for future career changes. - Professor Fred McDougall, Vice-Chancellor and President of Torrens University Australia Read more: smh.au/comment/soft-skills-the-key-to-a-career-for-life-20141012-114wge.html#ixzz3FyvTv0Mn
Posted on: Mon, 13 Oct 2014 00:52:53 +0000
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