Webinar: Future-Proof Your Career: Strategies for Thriving in a Changing World
The winds of change had intensified—no longer gentle breezes but powerful gales reshaping industries, roles, and career expectations. As the world moved rapidly forward, driven by technological innovation and shifting global paradigms, the familiar career paths of today began to transform into uncharted territory. The question was no longer if change would come, but whether individuals were prepared to navigate it.
- 10 October 2023 | 2:00 PM–3:00 PM
- Online
Participants in this session were invited to imagine a future where job roles had radically evolved—or even become obsolete—and industries had been redefined by unexpected innovations. Rather than feeling overwhelmed, attendees were empowered to stay ahead of the curve: prepared, proactive, and confident.
This session was particularly relevant for business school students, MBA graduates, and professionals across management education and higher education. The discussion covered:
- Redefining Career Resilience: Understanding the true essence of futureproofing and why it had become essential—not optional—for long-term career growth and adaptability in the context of business education.
- Shared Responsibility: Exploring the dynamic between personal responsibility and the role of managers, mentors, and business school leaders in supporting career progression.
- Blueprints to Success: Equipping individuals with practical, research-based strategies to protect and enhance their career prospects, regardless of external disruption or market changes.
The session provided critical insights for those seeking to thrive in a constantly evolving world—aligned with the broader mission of responsible management education.
Meet the speakers
Antoinette Oglethorpe