How upskilling keeps you ahead of the pack in your career
Roy Ndumbi a career coach.
Learning new skills is one of the best ways to stay prepared for changes in the job market.
According to Roy Ndombi, a Career Coach, upskilling is important for both workers and companies in today's fast-changing job world, as it helps people stay competitive and adjust to new technologies and market needs.
Ndombi explains that gaining new skills improves job opportunities, career growth, and job security, especially during economic changes.
“Learning relevant skills makes you more valuable to employers and helps you handle changes and find new career opportunities.”
He adds that continuous learning helps with personal growth and keeps you competitive in your field, reducing skill gaps and increasing job satisfaction. This also helps companies keep their employees.
Ndombi points out that keeping up with industry trends and technology is key to improving work performance and productivity.
Additionally, when you have earned a skill, it is easy to be part of a seal team in the organisation, which allows one to show their skill in key decision-making meetings.
"By acquiring relevant skills, you position yourself as a valuable asset to employers, enabling you to navigate changes more effectively and seize new opportunities which can increase their value to employers and open up new opportunities for career growth," he says.
With the rise of AI in various industries, it’s important for people to upskill to stay relevant in their careers since it allows them to get a promotion easily.
"With the rapid adoption of AI by various organisations to boost efficiency in various tasks, it is paramount that those seeking to remain relevant in the dynamic and competitive job market endeavour to upskill and complement their qualifications depending on their career path or career goals," he says.
Ndombi notes that when one upskills, it is easier to provide mentorship to the junior employees, allowing continuous learning.
He advises that one can learn a skill online for free which is easily accessible with the advancement of technology.