Episode description
Episode description
This week, I’m joined by David Blake, CEO of Degreed and a pioneer in the world of lifelong learning and skills development.
Degreed, founded in 2012, launched with the mission of “jailbreaking the degree”, where all skills are recognised, irrespective of how they are acquired. More than 9 million learners from hundreds of global companies now use Degreed to gain the skills to grow in their careers.
If you've been thinking about how to manage talent in the age of AI, or how to future-proof your own skills, this episode is packed with insights.
TALKING POINTS:
- The growing skills gap and why it’s here to stay.
- How AI can be leveraged to identify and bridge skills gaps within organisations.
- Moving beyond traditional credentials - why skills are the new currency.
- Practical advice for leaders on adopting a skills-based approach to workforce development.
- The importance of lifelong learning and how organisations can create a culture that supports it.
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