The world of work is changing.
A reflection on the transition away from stable full-time jobs to more diverse career paths
Choose your risk.
The world of work is changing.
We’re entering a time when you have to choose your level of risk.
- Opening a business is a risk
- Relying on one company or employer is a risk
- Investing in the “wrong” education is a risk
Relying on traditional employment models is no longer sustainable for everyone. In some cities, the cost of living is more than full-time salaries provide.
The days of climbing the corporate ladder at one company and retiring with a comfortable pension have been fading away.
There’s not even enough room for new talent to enter the workforce and thrive within the existing systems.
Entrepreneurship is no longer just a career path for a select few. It’s becoming a way of life for more and more people — either out of necessity or opportunity. The need for additional income streams and the ability to adapt to a constantly evolving job market is becoming essential. It’s not only about side hustles or temporary gigs. It’s a collective hustle, where everyone is taking their financial security and success into their own hands, as the data shows that trust in traditional institutions, corporations and governments is declining.
There aren’t enough traditional full-time career roles to go around, in many places right now. If you do secure a job, there’s no guarantee of long-term stability or growth.
The traditional model of employment is shifting.
What can you do to prepare?
- Build a personal brand
- Expand your portfolio
- Cultivate meaningful connections
- Upskill yourself and learn new tools
These are key steps in adapting to the changing world of work.
It’s about creating leverage for yourself in a world where traditional job security is becoming more scarce.
Be open to alternative options to take control of your future sooner rather than later.
Think beyond traditional employment models and start building your own path to financial stability and fulfillment.
Perspective and concluding thoughts
I’m an educator, both in traditional post-secondary institutions and in professional training. I’m also a founder with multiple businesses, self-employed for over a decade yet I’ve taken on contracts at traditional institutions during that time, too. As I teach and consult others, I’ve continued to upskill and take courses and am continuously learning along the way. My career is constantly evolving, as the economy, various industries I work in and the world of work in general does too. While it’s not for everyone, we’re seeing a shift over time.
🎥 Here I am, reading a version of this from my phone.
Yes, I wrote it from scratch. No, I didn’t memorize it.
