Future of work

Is AI taking over jobs? We do a deep dive into the impending age of AI and weigh up whether AI is really a risk to our jobs, or if the real issue is one of being left behind.

The benefits of lifelong learning
Embracing a life of learning can help you stay relevant in your career and happier in general.

Earning a microcredential can help boost your knowledge in all the right places. But what is a microcredential, exactly?

3 essential soft skills you’ll need in the future workplace
As workplaces evolve, there's a growing demand for certain skills—and they're not all digital. Discover which human-centric skills you'll need to thrive in the office of the future.

Why working 5 days in the office may be a thing of the past
If you were asked to go back to the office for 5 days a week, starting tomorrow, what would be your reaction? As many businesses are finding, employees want a more flexible working environment. 6 minute read.

Future-proofing your career during isolation
Feeling anxious about your career? With coronavirus putting many of our lives on hold, it's understandable. We asked a career expert for her advice. 8 minute read.

Given the pandemic, is online study the way of the future?
While online study has been around for some time, the current situation has been a catalyst for greater uptake in remote learning. Will things revert to how they were, or are they changed for good? 5 minute read.

3 ways to nail your personal brand
Preparing for the modern workforce requires a bit of self-marketing. Here’s how to develop a personal brand and stand out above the rest.

Pandemic pets: The best stories of animals during isolation
From a bulldog that got gloomy to a kitty who became a TV presenter, here are the best anecdotes from people around the world trying to work and study with pets for colleagues.

What the phrase 'human-centred design' really means
Designing better products, services, and care is core to better businesses and a better world. This is where human-centred design comes in. Here’s what it means.

Could you be the next pro-gamer?
For every kid whose parents warned them that spending hours on their Sega, Nintendo, PlayStation or Xbox wouldn’t amount to much, this article is for you.

The gig economy: Replacing your 9-5?
What’s not to love about a job that lets you decide how much you want work, without a boss to report to? As Uber says, it’s Your Car. Your Schedule. Your Move. But, what are the risks?