The Future of Jobs Report 2025
Technological change, geoeconomic fragmentation, economic uncertainty, demographic shifts and the green transition – individually and in combination are among the major drivers expected to shape and transform the global labour market by 2030. The Future of Jobs Report 2025 brings together the perspective of over 1,000 leading global employers—collectively representing more than 14 million workers across 22 industry clusters and 55 economies from around the world—to examine how these macrotrends impact jobs and skills, and the workforce transformation strategies employers plan to embark on in response, across the 2025 to 2030 timeframe.
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by Saadia Sahidi
Published on
January 2025
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Preparing Students for a Changing Workforce
The demands of today’s workforce are evolving faster than ever. Employers are seeking more than just academic knowledge—they’re looking for problem solvers, critical thinkers, and communicators. For educators and school leaders, this shift means it’s no longer enough to focus solely on test scores. Equipping students with Pivotal Skills ensures they are not only college-ready, but also career-confident and life-prepared
The Core Competencies Every Student Needs
Effective Communication
Speak, write, and collaborate with impact
Critical Thinking
Solve real-world problems with clarity
Emotional Intelligence
Navigate relationships and manage self-awareness
Adaptability
Work across roles, backgrounds, and viewpoints
Key Lessons for Implementation
Start with a shared definition of Pivotal Skills across your staff
Align instructional practices with real-world applications
Provide ongoing coaching—not just one-time PD
Gather student voice to tailor learning environments
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