LinkedIn Lists 15 In-Demand Workplace Skills
Eagerly anticipate those LinkedIn emails, you know, most of them anyway. The constant flow of job opportunities that may or may not be suitable, but hey, who am I to complain? Last week, an intriguing one caught my eye; LinkedIn News announced "15 skills companies need right now." Here's a sneak peek, sans commentary, just the list:
- AI Literacy
- Conflict Mitigation
- Adaptability
- Process Optimization
- Innovative Thinking
- Public Speaking (more on that later)
- Solution-Based Selling
- Customer Engagement & Support
- Stakeholder Management
- Large Language Model (LLM) Development & Application
- Budget & Resource Management
- Go-To-Market Strategy
- Regulatory Compliance
- Growth Strategy
- Risk Assessment
Now, let me break down why this list is worth your attention:
- It's future-focused, even if some of it's not exactly new.
- It's comprehensive, but could use a couple more additions.
- It's probably based on some solid data, given LinkedIn's extensive user data and global reach.
- Their comments offer more than just raw data, delving into interpretations and meanings (“What does this mean?” – left-brain logic meets right-brain creativity).
But why stop there? Let's dive a bit deeper into public speaking, one of the highlighted skills. You might think it's as simple as standing up and talking, but it's so much more:
- Confidence and Body Language
- Clarity in Speech
- Engagement
- Voice Modulation and Tone
- Preparation and Practice
- Audience Connection
Each of these components works together to build a powerful communication skillset crucial for success. And, by the way, only one of these skills stands alone. Can you guess which one? I'd love to hear your thoughts.
Oh, and by the way, communication and teamwork are still two of the most fundamental skills recruiters value. I've been teaching that for decades, and it's as true today as it was back in the 50s. Simple, yet profound.
Simplify when it's possible, don't when it's not, and never overlook the importance of public speaking skills.
Enrichment Insights:
- Confidence and Body Language: A confident speaker appears more credible and trustworthy, achieved through good posture, eye contact, and natural gestures.
- Clarity in Speech: Speaking clearly helps ensure your message is understood, involving a steady pace and simple language.
- Engagement: Storytelling, real-life examples, questions, and interactive elements help keep the audience engaged.
- Voice Modulation and Tone: Varying pitch and tone can create emphasis and keep the audience attentive.
- Preparation and Practice: Practicing a speech improves fluency and reduces nervousness, making the speaker seem more knowledgeable.
- Audience Connection: Tailoring the message to the audience's interests and level of knowledge enhances effectiveness.
These components combine to create a strong and lasting impact, making public speaking a valuable asset.
Leadership, drawing on the strengths of clarity in speech, audience connection, and adaptability, can help develop an effective go-to-market strategy on LinkedIn, remind connections of one's expertise, and stand out from the decades of professionals vying for opportunities. To further impress on LinkedIn, one could also showcase proficiency in AI literacy, process optimization, and risk assessment, as they are listed among the skills companies need right now. Additionally, regularly sharing insights on growth strategy, regulatory compliance, and large language model (LLM) development & application could demonstrate expertise and enhance one's professional profile on the platform.
