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GLENDALE, Calif., May 20, 2021 /PRNewswire=KYODO JBN/ --

-- Research shows key skills for success have changed completely in a reshaped

world of work

PSI released a study (

https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3169701-1&h=2611733639&u=https%3A%2F%2Fhubs.li%2FH0NGWCS0&a=a+study

) today identifying the most important skills needed to succeed in the future

of work. According to PSI, competencies that were most valued over the past

decade are likely to be overtaken by a new set of skills, thanks to workplace

changes due to the pandemic, digital transformation, and more. Using data from

10,000+ 360-degree feedback assessments from its global clients across a range

of roles, company sizes, and industries, PSI identified the top seven

competencies from the last decade.

To predict the new key competencies critical for the reshaped world of work,

PSI analyzed emerging themes seen in practice over the last year paired with

additional research into the future of work, such as the World Economic Forum's

Future of Work skills report.

These new competencies signify flexibility in how we think, harness

digitalization, connect with others, and manage our own well-being. Emphasis on

soft skills coupled with an ability to adapt to change and embrace diversity

are extremely important in the modern workplace, and PSI expects they will have

a huge impact on success in the future of work. Together, they provide a robust

foundation for people to adapt to change, ambiguity, and complexity, enabling

them to go from surviving to thriving at work. The seven key competencies are:

    -- Critical Thinking

    -- Learning Agility

    -- Digital Dexterity

    -- Building Relationships

    -- Embracing Diversity

    -- Resilience

    -- Change Orientation

Competencies stand the test of time in terms of measuring performance at work

because they assess and pinpoint actual behaviors that can be measured and

developed. With decades of research on work behavior and performance, PSI's

psychologists and behavioral scientists understand the constellation of work

competencies that can enable job success.

"Today's world of work is continuously changing, and this presents a

significant challenge for organizations when hiring and managing their most

important resource: their people," said Dan Hughes, Director of International

Research and Development at PSI.

"Competencies continue to provide a simple, clear, and observable way to

determine what 'good' looks like in a job and measure performance. Our aim is

to help organizations understand which competencies are important to focus on

in the post-pandemic workplace so they can look for these skills in tomorrow's

workforce."

The release of the report signifies the launch of new resources and targeted

solutions from PSI, focused on helping organizations and people successfully

adapt to the reshaped world of work. More information is available here (

https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3169701-1&h=3919431924&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.psionline.com%2Ftalent-management%2Fhiring-future-workplace%2F&a=here

).

About PSI:

We are talent experts. We are psychologists, data scientists, and HR

consultants who screen, select, develop, and engage talent worldwide. With

psychology at our heart and technology at our fingertips, we enable you to make

data-driven people decisions. Delivering over 30 million assessments in more

than 50 languages annually, we improve work everywhere and anywhere. Unlock

talent potential. Realize your ambition.

SOURCE PSI Services

CONTACT: Claire McCue, 747-272-4608, cmccue@psionline.com