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Grassroots with passion
1. Develop the mindset for skills mastery Skills mastery goes beyond academic and professional qualifications, and being good at what you currently do. It is a mindset of continually striving towards greater excellence through knowledge, application and experience. Skillsmastery and the ability to continuously learn and innovate is recognized as one of the most important skills that can separate those who fail and those who win. Under the SkillsFuture movement, Singaporeansareprovidedwithopportunities todevelop their potential and skills mastery. Take advantage of the resources from various SkillsFuture initiatives to develop a mastery of skills. 2. Staying abreast of trends Although it may sound easy, this can be more difficult than you think. In a nutshell, look out for trends happening around you. Stay abreast of developments in your industry, in your function, in the news, and even in your hobby. Register for seminars and events through the various social media platforms such as Eventbrites and Meetup.com and participate in group discussions. 3. Digital media and analytical skills Robert Staughton Lynd said it best, “Knowledge is power only if man knows what facts not to bother with.” Knowledge is power, and social media have provided us
with access to information at our fingertips. However too much information can sometimes be overwhelming, and more importantly, not everything is factual. It’s important to be able to be able to manage and organise the consumption of information, and evaluate the reliability of information. 4. Build a diverse network Networking is essential to success in the corporate world, regardless of what industry or profession you’re in.With the fast changing pace of economy, don’t confine yourself to networking with people only from your industry. Build a network will a diverse group of people will help to open different doors of opportunities for you. Someways to build up your networkwith diverse groups of people include participating in activities organised by the Residents’ Network or Community Centre, or joining interest groups like Toastmasters Clubs. 5. Being ready for opportunities Opportunities are for those who are ready to grab them. Start preparing yourself by picking up various transferable skills like public speaking, critical analysis, and communication skills. Stay curious about new trends and methods that can potentially increase your employability.
It is no doubt that the challenges in the workplace are getting more complex. As our world is becoming more interconnected with the rapid rise of technology, staying relevant and competitive in the labour market is no longer about simply getting an educational qualification. As Singapore moves toward becoming a Smart Nation, our ability to embrace changes, stay abreast of trends, and being ready for opportunities by upgrading ourselves plays a pivotal role in shaping our future. It is through our willingness to change that enable us to stay relevant amidst these changes - our skills, our jobs, our future. The Author Hua Lim is a highly versatile educator who has worked with a diverse mix of individuals including students, parents, educators, business associates and civil service professionals. Hua Lim’s professional experience had provided him with opportunities to train and coach in personal development and employment skills. Hua Lim is recognized for his servicecentric approach, and best known for his abilities to simplify concepts in his training and delivery.
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