Digital competency is a key element of success nowadays. One of the most interesting podcasts in Germany is the Digikompetenzpodcast by i40 - the future skills company where Dr. Philipp Ramin and Anne Koark are doing a brilliant job in finding and featuring thought provoking leaders. Let's dive a bit deeper into what....
....Scientists and Sherlock Holmes do have in common? They are mastering the art of deduction. And they are also leaning on inductive and abductive reasoning. They have prodigious memories. And encyclopaedic knowledge that allows them to draw connections between seemingly unrelated pieces of evidence. They have thorough attention to detail and a highly analytical mind. They approach every case with a logical and rational mindset, and they carefully consider all possibilities before arriving at a conclusion. This logical reasoning, combined with sharp intuition, enables them to see patterns and uncover hidden motives that others miss.
Today, companies expect the vast majority of their employees to showcase their digital literacy. Start with a firm command of analytical skills: learn inductive reasoning (patterns and trends), deductive reasoning (facts and rules), and abductive reasoning (generating new ideas, hypotheses and solutions without having enough information). Develop your intuition. Find your passion and advance your skills through hands-on training and consistent exposure. Depending on your career trajectory, you may need additional skills that pertain to your specific role.
Without approaching technology through the lens of various disciplines, you can’t stay relevant and competitive in the workplace. And the good news is that according to this McKinsey study, digital proficiency seems to be particularly associated with higher incomes, while foundational skills will “help citizens thrive in the future of work”.
Want more ideas? Tune in to the Digikompetenzpodcast by i40 - the future skills company to hear a thought provoking podcast with Nancy Nemes, led by Dr. Philipp Ramin and Anne Koark: From Philosophers to Polymaths: AI Evolution and Insights for Business Leaders.
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