Future work skills 2021

Many experts are conducting research on key employee skills that will be especially valued when hiring in the future. We have highlighted the main ones.

HARDSKILLS:

• Analytical thinking

One of the well-known portals posted 43,000 vacancies for the search query "analytical thinking".

• Cloud computing

Today, 85% of the world's organizations store sensitive data in the cloud.

• UX-design

Every dollar invested in UX brings in income of $100 or more. 88% of users are less likely to return to a website after a bad user experience.

• Affiliate marketing

15% of total digital media ad revenue comes from affiliate marketing.

• Sales skills

79% of shoppers believe it is critical to interact with a salesperson who is a trusted advisor and not just a sales rep who adds value to the business.

• Video making

Not expected? Cisco estimates that video will account for 82% of global Internet traffic in 2022.

 

SOFTSKILLS:

• Complex problem solving
• Critical thinking
• Creativity
• Coordinating with others
• Emotional intelligence
• Negotiation
• Cognitive flexibility