HR Leaders How Pearson are Solving the Workforce Skills Challenge
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Mar 7, 2023 Michael Howells, President of Workforce Skills at Pearson, shares insights on tackling the workforce skills challenge. He discusses the need for reskilling in the face of automation and the transformative power of lifelong learning. Michael emphasizes unlocking hidden talent within organizations to navigate crises and market changes. He also explores career mobility, advocating for inclusive pathways and supportive cultures in hybrid work environments. His pragmatic advice resonates with HR leaders aiming to adapt to evolving employee expectations in a post-pandemic world.
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Learning on the Job
- Chris Rainey's learning journey started on the job at 17 due to family financial constraints.
- He later realized the power of continuous learning for personal and professional growth.
Unlocking Potential
- Pearson Workforce Skills helps people understand their value and potential through learning.
- It focuses on data-driven insights and agency over their career paths.
Hidden Skills
- During the pandemic, Chris Rainey's company lost 90% of revenue and needed to pivot.
- Two team members with previously unknown livestreaming skills helped launch a virtual event that saved the company.