The top jobs at risk of being robotised
Does the idea of robots taking your job make you shriek in despair? Or are you the type to sigh in disbelief? With the Fourth Industrial Revolution well and truly upon us, it’s time to find out which reaction is based in reality. Whether you’re a believer or not, numbers can’t be argued with. Robotisation is changing the way we…
How to become a disruptor in the future of work
Disruptors are the people who change the status quo (and arguably, the course of our future). A unique blend of dreamers and doers, they think big, do differently, and break the mould. Think Steve Jobs, Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk. But what does it take to become one? In the future of work, it will…
Did your health take a hit binge-watching GOT?
A recent Radio Times survey in the UK found that 18 per cent of participants had feigned illness (AKA chucked a sickie) to binge-watch TV. But besides leading you to skip work or study, is it actually bad for you? We all know that being sedentary for too long is risky. So it should come…
How businesses will benefit from the Millennial workforce
Millennials will make up over 50 per cent of the workforce by 2020 and 75 per cent by 2025. While some might worry about their impact on workplaces, their qualities could see businesses benefit in big ways. According to Workplace Trends, over 90 per cent of Millennials have their sights set on being workplace leaders…
5 green innovations from the land down under
Sustainability is a key talking point in modern society. Solar take up in Australia is higher than it has ever been, renewable energy solutions are replacing coal-fired electricity stations, and electric car innovation is making the technology more affordable and accessible than ever before. Australians are a creative bunch, which is why it’s of little…
Innovate or die: Why innovation is the key to business success
Readers of a certain age may remember a particular blue and yellow branded video store –the centre of every weekend during the 90s and 2000s. These stores were home to countless late-night discussions surrounding which movie to get, and whether the popcorn at the front of the counter was worth a few extra dollars. …
3 reasons you’ll need human-centric skills for the future
With the rapid pace of change that technology has brought upon us, millions of people are reskilling and upskilling to future-proof their careers. Sure, some are learning code to create the AI. And others are developing advances in automation. But the wisest are honing their human-centric skills. After all, these are the qualities that futurists…
5 facts that will surprise you about the future of work
An era of change in the workforce is well and truly upon us. The arrival of the Fourth Industrial Revolution means that the careers we once worked towards, or are working towards, are undergoing rapid change. But don’t panic just yet. Despite the influx of intelligent tech, The Definitive Guide to Future-Proofing Your Career, developed by Open Universities…
Instafame: Why influencers are good for business
Social media marketing has become vital for business in the digital era and Instagram influencers have become the perfect conduit between brands and consumers. Instagram is one of the most popular social media platforms in the world, with over 1 billion users accessing the platform every month. While it’s a great place to share and…
