Is Your Team Ready for What’s Next? How to Start Upskilling Today

We’re standing at a turning point. The World Economic Forum estimates that 44% of workers' core skills will be disrupted by 2027—and nearly 6 in 10 employees will need significant training just to keep up. (WEF Future of Jobs Report, 2023)

Whether you’re a leader or an individual contributor, upskilling isn’t optional anymore—it’s the key to relevance, retention, and resilience.

Why Upskilling Matters (Yes, Right Now)

Here’s what the data is telling us:

• 74% of workers say learning new skills increases their job satisfaction

  → LinkedIn Workplace Learning Report

• 47% of employees who feel supported in their learning are less likely to look for a new job

  → Gallup Upskilling Report

• 9 in 10 executives say skill-building is one of their top priorities

  → McKinsey & Company

It’s not just about keeping up. It’s about creating organizations where people thrive, adapt, and lead.

How to Start: Four Smart Strategies for Future-Focused Leaders

1. Assess and Align:

   Identify current gaps and future-facing roles. What will your team need to know 1–3 years from now?

2. Prioritize Soft + Tech Skills:

   Emotional intelligence, creativity, data literacy, and AI fluency are increasingly in demand. The future isn’t either/or—it’s both.

3. Create Time for Learning:

   60% of employees say time is the biggest barrier to upskilling (LinkedIn). Empower your team by embedding learning into the workweek.

4. Celebrate Progress:

   Recognize learning as much as outcomes. A culture that rewards curiosity drives long-term growth.

   
   

Upskilling Is a Leadership Imperative

Whether you're running a small team or a large enterprise, the tone you set matters. Model your own learning. Advocate for upskilling in planning conversations. And create pathways for your people to grow into the roles your organization will need next.

At Harjo Leadership, we help leaders build resilient, forward-ready teams through personalized coaching, upskilling strategies, and team development workshops.

Let’s explore how we can help your people thrive—today and tomorrow.

Book a free strategy session today!