Rapid technological innovation, globalization, and demographic shifts in workforces worldwide influence the future of work. This collection gathers valuable information alongside insights gleaned from our Quest for Meaning in the Future of Work Convening, focusing on the role of coaching as a positive mechanism for achieving the United Nations Global Goals.
Insights
Covid-19 will have lasting effects on workplace culture
Across an 18-month-long pandemic, workplace patterns shifted, and people re-discovered the importance of relationships. Many of these changes will become permanent.
Resources
Groundbreaking researchers around the globe examine the Future of Work
Experts on the future of work often identify as futurists or innovationists. These prominent thinkers discuss the changing nature of work, the opportunities for human development, and the risks ahead for people and the planet.
Multimedia
The core reason people seek meaning at work
Wisdom Weaver William Ayot explains why people want to experience meaning at work and in life. He believes that it is possible to enhance meaning at work.
Coaches and new technology help people find meaningful work
Coaches and technological innovations are helping people gain the knowledge they need personally and professionally to thrive in the Future of Work.
Social dialogue promotes shared distribution of wealth
Economist and Wisdom Weaver Dr. Stijn Broecke advocates for a healthy social dialogue between workers, employers, and policymakers in order to shape a future that benefits all.
New learning models are needed to prepare for the future
In many ways, we are still learning methods from the last century to solve problems for the next century. To truly prepare for the future, we must change our view of learning.
Technology can bolster our ability to find meaning at work
Wisdom Weaver Stijn Broecke believes that advances in technology can improve the quality of life for workers by automating simple tasks.
Unemployment is a risk for healthy societies
Wisdom Weaver Dr. Stijn Broecke explains that labor markets are most successful when they are inclusive and when they enable all people to use their talents.
The role of creativity in adapting to change: a poet’s perspective
Creativity is the foundation of risk-taking, innovation, and adaptation, but as Wisdom Weaver William Ayot notes, it has long been neglected in management or administrative positions. Embracing creativity will prove vital to the future of work as advancing technologies change the way that people connect and do business.
Urban planners are re-imagining the future of nursing homes
Urban skyscrapers that were once devoted to office space may transform into multipurpose housing — including dedicated spaces for nursing home facilities.
The future of work will be built on sustainability
As we look to the Future of Work, the world must first redefine the relationship between industry, people, and planet.
Key themes from our Convening—captured in illustration
In our 2021 Future of Work Convening, Wisdom Weavers from across the Americas exchanged views on issues as wide ranging as longevity, well-being, and the future of learning.
Themes on meaningful work from our Convening
Our 2021 Future of Work Wisdom Weavers shared ideas and visions for soulful and meaningful work, which are captured in this graphic illustration from the Convening.
Your best hope for the future — themes from our Convening
Our Wisdom Weavers shared their most hopeful visions for the future and their beliefs that a thriving society can flourish amidst transformative change.
Fundamental assumptions about work need to be reconsidered
These themes from our Convening reveal how our assumptions about work must shift. As Wisdom Weaver Dr. Stijn Broecke said, "Nothing about the future is inevitable."
Fostering trust and community in the Future of Work — themes from our Convening
Our Wisdom Weavers find that connections formed easily online are not as authentic and rich as in person. People need human contact to foster strong communities.