How Aasiyah Adams is preparing people for the future of work
The new age of work is here. How can you prepare? What is the impact of the fourth industrial revolution? How do we navigate the gig economy? These are some of the questions Aasiyah Adams, the founder of Abaguquli4IR, is answering with her passion for levelling the playing field and creating opportunities.
In the latest Business Unusual Podcast we chat with Aasiyah about Abaguquli4IR’s work which covers a wide range of emerging technologies, placing them at the forefront of digital revolution. She discusses digital transformation, skills development and entrepreneurship, as well as Abaguquli4IR contribution to transforming the South African economy. She delves into the importance of empathy in business and offers advice on how organisations can equip people with the skills they need for the future which, as she emphasises, is already here.
Key takeaways to listen out for in this podcast:
- Technology is important but skills development programmes are about people and they need to meet their needs
- Lead with empathy because you don’t know the social and economic challenges your people are feeling
- You don’t need to reinvent the wheel. Find ways to use the resources and technology we have available now
- Celebrate success stories. Share how programmes and initiatives are helping people as way to inspire others
- Don’t try to do everything yourself. You need to collaborate with others who have strengths that balance out your weaknesses
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