A new study titled “Closing the Skill Gap” conducted by the Future Workplace in the USA reveals important data about new professionals joining the industry, mainly in the IT field. Nearly half of the human resources leaders surveyed said that colleges aren’t preparing students for the working world. The study confirms a perception, that is already established in the IT area. Specific training, certifications and constant actualisation behaviour are the major factors increasing the chances of an IT professional achieving employment.

A productivity journal shows where you are currently compared with where you want to end up, then allows you to craft a logical path from one to the other. You determine the tasks needed, then order by priority and check them off as you complete each one. It’s motivating because you see your progress throughout the day, providing a sense of growing accomplishment as you move forward.

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There are many advantages to pursuing a career in emerging technologies. First and foremost, you will be at the forefront of innovation. As new technologies are developed, there will be more opportunities for those who become well-versed in these technologies to find success. Additionally, many emerging technologies are still in their early stages of development, which means that there is significant potential for growth in these fields. Finally, working in emerging technologies can be extremely exciting and rewarding, as you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and be a part of something truly groundbreaking.

As happens almost every year Microsoft has updated its Certification programs, releasing new exams and courses to keep the IT pros on topic with new certification paths. The updates are designed to reflect the reality that the professionals are facing in the market. They follow the industry trends and lead the candidates to a higher level of expertise in the path that they choose.

Effective collaboration requires cooperation, respect, and trust. Good workplace collaboration leads to healthy employee relationships, creating a positive workplace culture. And with good workplace collaboration, the business can achieve improved problem-solving abilities and build relationships. 

While there are many benefits to having a virtual workforce—including increased flexibility and decreased overhead costs—there are also challenges that need to be addressed. Three of the biggest challenges are how to keep virtual employees engaged, productive, and collaborating effectively. Without these three key components, a business is likely to underperform or eventually lose the most valuable asset they have – its employees.