The idea of decoupling discussions about career development from age is intriguing. Success should be redefined at different stages of our lives, allowing for more flexibility and balance

The concept of employ-agility is like giving our careers a pair of running shoes-they're ready to sprint, jump, and adapt to whatever obstacles come our way!

As a young person entering the workforce, I don't want to be burdened with the pressure of working until I'm old. We need opportunities for personal development and exploration, not just focusing on work

@krox477

9 ай бұрын

Nope capitalism is working till you die

The idea of "employ-agility" could revolutionize the way we view our careers. I'm excited to embrace this mindset and turn my professional journey into a dynamic and fulfilling adventure.

Philippas focus on the capacity of the human mind to learn throughout our lifetimes aligns with scientific research, and I like that. It's really empowering to know that we can continue to grow and adapt well beyond our "prime"

The talk raises a crucial point about the need for a paradigm shift in how we view employability. It's time to challenge the social norms and embrace new possibilities

I agree that we should think beyond traditional career paths and explore different industries and networks. It's inspiring to see the speaker's children already thinking about making a positive impact

Philippa's talk got me thinking about how we often fall into the trap of age-based assumptions. It's about time we break free from these stereotypes and focus on our openness to new experiences instead!

I'm delighted people are talking about lifelong employability and including work life balance in the equation. We all need to include me time, family time and leisure into our working life. Happy people are more productive, total win win.

How wonderful that people are starting to question if they should spend their lives working and putting off the things they would rather be doing.

I appreciate the speaker's perspective on lifelong employability. It's never too late to learn and adapt. We should be open to new experiences and continually improve our skills

age is just a number; it's our openness to experience that truly matters!

As someone who's always on the hunt for the nearest outlet to charge my phone, Philippa's analogy about charging our energy levels struck a chord. Maybe it's time to invest in our own well-being as much as we do our devices!

"Age as a proxy for stage" Yesssss this trips me up constantly like, I should be at this point of my life because I'm this old but really thinking like that is complete shyt

"High openess to experience". Adaptability and curiosity too. I will be adding all those traits to my cv

@philippadengler8811

Жыл бұрын

I love this! ❤

Love it, Philippa! This is absolutely the kind of shift in thinking we need right now.

Philippa's take on employability as employ-agility is a breath of fresh air. It's like the ultimate workout routine for our careers, keeping us flexible, adaptive, and ready to tackle new challenges.

The image of Philippa's daughter wanting to save the environment is heartwarming and inspiring. It's nice to think of how our actions today shape the world for the generations to come.

Watching my mother seek employment at over 60 years old has been so weirdly impressive. Definitely sharing this with her.

Philippa's daughter's ambition to save the environment before tackling other challenges is adorable and insightful. Maybe we all need a reminder to prioritize our passions and make a positive impact.

i found this to resonate very much with how i'm feeling these days.

What she says around the 3:05 mark really struck me. Personally I hadn't realized this so I'm kind of reeling from it a little bit.

Needed this today, great advice, my future is all about me and what I do about it

I couldn't help but chuckle when Philippa mentioned her daughter's description of her job as fitting in meetings and having lots of money. It's a reminder that our work should be about more than just appearances.

I appreciate Philippas reminder that our ability to learn doesn't decrease automatically with age. We should actively seek opportunities to expand our knowledge and skills throughout our lives

Learning agility isn't just a trait for the young; it's a skill we can all nurture.

These younger generations do NOT have the soft skills needed for many things, there's many of us who will have a skill set that is needed in today's fast paced world!

@philippadengler8811

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely - it's not a generation thing. It's a personal thing. Regardless of your age.

I couldn't help but nod along when Philippa mentioned the tendency to get comfortable in our own zones. It's like we're all in a cozy sofa rut, forgetting how to navigate new territory. Time to stretch those comfort muscles!

Phillipa's emphasis on openness to experience resonates with me. It's important to cultivate a mindset of continuous learning and flexibility in today's rapidly evolving job market

The idea of employ agility resonates with me. We should actively shape our careers and embrace change rather than being rigidly attached to outdated norms. It's never too late to adapt

The concept of employability framework sounds interesting. I wonder how the online tool can help individuals assess and improve their own employability. I'd like to give it a try.

I'm intrigued by the concept of employ agility. How can we reshape our careers to adapt to changing circumstances? I'd like to learn more about the five areas mentioned in the framework.

@philippadengler8811

Жыл бұрын

With our work with individuals and teams using EmployAgility: starting with self-reflection (using an online questionnaire) and then moving into dialogue (either 1:1 or in groups or workshops to specific areas). This leads to taking action - in the form of small steps in one of the dimensions - that over time build up your "safety net" of employability. It's very rewarding.

This is a really good method of reframing the way we do things

@andrewfarason

Жыл бұрын

Very true

@philippadengler8811

Жыл бұрын

and that's the important thing - looking at things differently and checking if they still work in our current set up or whether "it's just the way it's always been".

Some really good advice and perspectives offered here, thank you for helping adjust my mindset!

@philippadengler8811

Жыл бұрын

I'm glad it's sparked some thought for you and a different way of thinking about these things. That's what it is all about - keeping an open mind and trying new things to keep the feeling of being able to influence your own path.

In my opinion anyone, regardless of age can learn new things. All they need is someone willing to teach them with their preferred learning modality.

@philippadengler8811

Жыл бұрын

Agree Johnathan - we just need to believe (again) that we CAN learn new things no matter how old we are. By trying out different ways of learning we find out which ones work for us right now. Small steps help us to build confidence and be ready to face bigger challenges when needed.

ahhhh I love this!

I'm curious about the speaker's ideas on how we can create a world where we don't have to work like crazy in our thirties and forties. What steps can we take to make this vision a reality?

The take home from Philippa seems to be "openness". The willingness for people to expand their mindset and remain open to the new.

@philippadengler8811

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Kirsten. You're spot on. And the great news is we can all train ourselves to be more open - if we do it in small steps. That way when we're faced with bigger change we are better prepared.

I never thought I wanted to retire, I just turned 50 and I think of semi-retirement. Doing work that matters is awesome. Great Ted Talk!

@therealmr.unicorn

Жыл бұрын

I'm significantly younger and wishing I could start thinking of the same :p

Networking isn't just about collecting business cards; it's about cultivating meaningful connections!

I'm interested in the concept of career development beyond the linear model. How can we redefine success and distribute work, leisure, and education more evenly throughout our lives?

Philippa, thank you for sharing this important message and framework with all of us who want to stay actively engaged. We shouldn't wait for others to drive or force a change!

@philippadengler8811

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Herman. I'm glad this talk led us to meet in person and allow me to see you and your colleagues embrace these ideas for yourselves.

very good points! you are a great speaker Philippa

@philippadengler8811

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! 🙂

Good job

In today's digital age, shouldn't we focus more on skills and individual achievements rather than who we know? Not everyone has the ability to network and connect and I like to think that even if I don't have the social ability I can still bring my experience to the table in a project.

Good talk, though secure jobs in the past seemed to have created a more stable economy.

Do we have to look at it as "employability" but instead seeing the opportunity to use our experience and wisdom to help in areas we are passionate about?

God I can't think of anything more depressing than being employed my whole life. I guess that speaks more to how I feel about my job than anything else 😂😅

@philippadengler8811

Жыл бұрын

What's depressing is feeling stuck in a job that you think you have to keep because you don't believe you can find something else. Knowing you could change is very powerful. It doesn't mean you have to or work your whole life.

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If your work lights you up and each day is an adventure then yes work till you're 80 but if it doesn't what's the point?

@philippadengler8811

Жыл бұрын

Find a way to contribute that lights you up (let's call it "work") and keep doing it for as long as YOU want to (rather than until someone else decides it's time to stop). That's exactly the point. Every time we interact with someone who has found work that lights them up they light us up too - hotel receptionists, bus drivers, teachers, waitresses, cooks, coaches, scientists - the whole spectrum of professions.

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Why is it that Philippa says it's the social "norm" is to work and put the rest of our lives on hold? Perhaps that was true before covid but we're rethinking that which I think is very important.

@philippadengler8811

Жыл бұрын

Hey Charlie. During the height of the pandemic, I really hoped that we'd learn from it, slow down, rethink and redesign our lives and change what is "normal". Some people have been able to do that. Many have not. But everyone can make a difference - so good to know you are one of the people rethinking :-)

It's frustrating to hear that many adults have unlearned how to be open to experience. Not all of us fall into that category. Younger generations are often more adaptable and open-minded

I applaud Philippa's opinion about lifelong employability however the prejudice against hiring people over 60 is real.

@philippadengler8811

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment. It's true that prejudice against hiring older people (some define this as 45+ already!) is prevalent. It's also true that more and more people over 60 are proving them wrong with organisations, association and even some companies taking steps to make it possible.

@kirstenviesitle

Жыл бұрын

exactly, I know it too well.

While I understand the need for flexibility, increasing the retirement age isn't the solution. We should focus on creating opportunities for younger generations instead of extending our own working years

I agree that the assumption that older workers are less flexible is unfair and stereotypical. Many older individuals are adaptable and open to new experiences. Age should not be a determining factor -- in fact I'd even go so far as to say an older person would be more willing to make time for the work!

I disagree with the idea of increasing the retirement age. We deserve to enjoy our lives and not be stuck working until we're 81. There should be a better balance between work and personal life

@philippadengler8811

Жыл бұрын

That's what it's about "enjoying our lives", not being "stuck at work" and having "a better balance". Why do we think waiting until we are 65 to do this is ok?

I think a lot of people look forward to retirement

@philippadengler8811

Жыл бұрын

Agreed. And there's nothing wrong with that. Unless it's because they hate their work and just can't wait to stop. I imagine a future when we "retire a little" (Ricardo Semmler) during our working lives and "work a little" during our retirement.

The speaker's mention of 'working like crazy' in our thirties and forties is frustrating. We should aim for work-life balance and not sacrifice our well-being for the sake of employability.

Philippas mention of middle-aged colleagues in banking is unfair. Many of us have worked hard and gained valuable experience. Age shouldn't be used against us when it comes to employability