Not even remotely surprised at the #1 skill on the rise. But I want to highlight #3 on the list: Adaptability. 👇
Hugely, massively important both from the perspective of an employee and if you're hiring, this should be a skill that you either highlight or make sure to identify in a candidate.
Why?
Because first and foremost we live in a world of vast, ever-evolving technological, political, societal, economic, and environmental change.
Those who are capable of adapting to change while maintaining a level head are going to be the ones who can deliver.
Adaptability (or flexibility) has been a key skill of mine throughout my career. So much so to where I'd say it has been a core driver in providing opportunity and achieving results.
How?
By first being adaptable in the companies and roles I've held.
And then being adaptable in life in general.
A key trait for those who can call themselves skilled in adaptability?
Curiosity.
When faced with change, you have to be curious about things outside of your current scope and comfort zone.
➡️ Curiosity leads to questions.
➡️ Asking questions leads to conversations.
➡️ Conversations lead to exploration.
➡️ Exploration leads to answers.
➡️ And answers lead to DIRECTION.
And that direction can take you to places you didn't expect when you started.
I highly, value people who are adaptable and I'm more than happy to see this indispensable skill recognized prominently.
What's your take on the importance of adaptability?
LinkedIn has revealed the most in-demand skills on the rise for 2025, and these aren’t just buzzwords—they’re shaping the future of work.
Top Skills for 2025:
AI Literacy
Conflict Mitigation
Adaptability
Process Optimization
Innovative Thinking
Public Speaking
Solution-Based Selling
Customer Engagement & Support
Stakeholder Management
Large Language Model (LLM) Development & Application
Budget & Resource Management
Go-to-Market (GTM) Strategy
Regulatory Compliance
Growth Strategy
Risk Assessment
Many leaders (and teams) struggle with these.
When I started working in my digital health risk management space, it became obvious that we need to expand our focus beyond the traditional skills like:
Time management
Technical expertise
Team collaboration
These are important, yes—but they’re not enough anymore.
Today’s world demands a broader set of abilities that address complex challenges, foster innovation, and leverage emerging technologies.
✨ So, my question to you: How are you ensuring you grow in the skills that are highlighted for today's workplace?
Are you investing in yourself? Building flexibility into your learning? Staying ahead of the curve?
Artificial intelligence literacy tops LinkedIn’s inaugural list of Skills on the Rise — a data-backed ranking of the 15 skills that professionals are prioritizing and that companies are hiring for right now. With 70% of the skills used in most jobs expected to change by 2030, the list identifies the emerging areas professionals should invest in to get ahead. The rankings highlight technical skills, such as LLM development & application, as well as soft skills like adaptability.
Operations Professionals: The Future is Bright! 😎
LinkedIn recently released its Skills on the Rise 2025 report, highlighting the fastest-growing skills in the U.S. While AI and tech often steal the spotlight, one thing is clear—ops professionals are well-positioned for the future.
Why? Because the core skills that drive operations—process optimization, adaptability, stakeholder management, and resource efficiency—are exactly what companies need to stay competitive.
🔹 AI Literacy – Ops pros who embrace AI will lead the charge in automation, efficiency, and data-driven decision-making.
🔹 Process Optimization – As companies seek to do more with less, those skilled in streamlining workflows will be in demand.
🔹 Adaptability – Operations thrives on navigating uncertainty, and businesses need leaders who can pivot fast.
🔹 Stakeholder Management – Scaling projects and aligning teams? That’s ops in a nutshell.
🔹 Budget & Resource Management – Every company is looking for efficiency, and ops professionals are experts at making resources stretch.
If you have operations experience, your skills are not just relevant—they’re ESSENTIAL to businesses evolving in 2025 and beyond. (Finally, something optimistic!) Now’s the time for us to lean into our expertise, embrace new tools, and position ourselves as the problem-solvers organizations need! 💪🏻