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The Future of Work

The Future of Work

By: UC Berkeley Extension and EDGE in Tech Initiative at UC
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 Even before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the way we worked and the skills we needed to succeed in our respective fields was shifting. Increased reliance on data to inform business decisions. The automation of job duties that made some workers redundant. The value of incorporating sustainability into everyday processes on the bottom line. And then COVID-19 shut down the world. Racism and inequalities came to dominate every conversation. And as companies grapple with DE&I initiates and engage with a remote workforce, the way we work today looks drastically different than from just a few years ago. What trends, skills, initiatives and equity will we face in the years to come? Each month, we talk with industry leaders in their fields to discuss the changing evolution of the workforce and the skills needed to stay competitive.2024 Career Success Economics
Episodes
  • Innovating in an AI World

    Innovating in an AI World
    Jun 25 2025

    As AI continues to transform our workplace, it's not just about keeping up with the tech. It's about staying grounded, sharp and curious. We need to cultivate skills that allow us to adapt, recover from setbacks and navigate complexity. In this episode, we dive into why emotional and cognitive resilience are must-haves for the future and how thinking like an innovator and above your pay grade can set you apart in an AI-powered world.

    To talk about this important topic, we’re delighted to welcome Tara Chklovski, founder and CEO of Technovation.

    Read the transcript @https://bit.ly/4lJhD4D.

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    33 mins
  • Adapting Skills to Project-Based Work

    Adapting Skills to Project-Based Work
    May 27 2025

    This month, we're exploring one of the biggest shifts in the modern workplace: the move toward project-based work.

    Companies are organizing their efforts around short-term, goal-driven initiatives rather than long-term roles. This evolution means that project management is no longer just a specialized function—it's becoming a core skill for everyone. Knowing how to lead a team, manage deadlines and deliver results is essential in today's fast-moving and cross-functional environment.

    But equally important is skills agility—the ability to adapt quickly, learn continuously and apply your talents across different teams and challenges. In a project-based world, the most valuable professionals are the ones who can shift gears and thrive in any setting.

    To talk about this important topic, we’re delighted to welcome instructor Nate Crews.

    Read the transcript @https://bit.ly/4jjrQmw

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    43 mins
  • AI's Impact on Equity

    AI's Impact on Equity
    Apr 24 2025

    We continue our conversation about the state of DEI and the heavy influence that AI will have on this important directive. This month, we explore the impact of AI on DEI initiatives—how it can either amplify biases or serve as a tool for equity. We look at how DEI programs play a key role in developing AI that does not cause unintended and disproportionate harms. And we will also get a sneak peek at how AI might be changing our behaviors without us knowing.

    So if you’re concerned about the intersection of technology and equity—and what it means for the workplaces of tomorrow—you’re in the right place.

    To talk about this important topic, we’re delighted to welcome back Bo Young Lee.

    Read the transcript @https://bit.ly/3GE94II

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    53 mins

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