Happy May.

To support you in being F.I.R.S.T. (Future-Ready. Innovative. Relevant. Strategic. Trusted.), here's 1 tip and 1 quote.

1. The F.I.R.S.T. Tip

We have all heard of “Quiet Quitting” – the idea of employees doing the minimum to stay hired. When employees quiet quit, organisations retain people but lose capabilities.

Interestingly enough, perhaps to counter this, astute organisations are adapting “Quiet Hiring”, where they snag in-demand talent without hiring. This involves common sense practices like, encouraging internal talent mobility and offering targeted upskilling opportunities to meet evolving organisational needs.

Companies are also utilising alternative methods like alumni networks and engaging freelance consultants for specific tasks where they do not have time for new hiring, or believe there is no future need for them to develop this capability.

So…the question is – are you leveraging the opportunities this opens up for you? Here are 3 simple and powerful ways to enhance your relevance:

1. Embrace continuous learning – Actively seek out opportunities for learning and upskilling. By staying updated on industry trends and seeking out training programs or certifications, you can position yourself as a valuable contributor to your organisation.

2. Foster a growth mindset – Embrace challenges, seek feedback and demonstrate willingness to take on new roles/responsibilities. By approaching your career with a mindset of continuous improvement, you demonstrate your adaptability and enhance your professional development prospects.

3. Build a strong professional network – Actively nurture connections across and beyond the organisation by attending industry events, joining relevant professional associations and engaging in online communities. Your network enables you to gain new insights and establish valuable relationships which open doors to career advancements or potential job prospects.

Tip: Embrace quiet hiring with small steps to a stellar career.

2.The F.I.R.S.T. Quote

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