The Leadership Gambit

S04E01: Future-Proof Yourself: 5 Skills for Success in a Changing World

Chris Miller, Dane Smith Season 4 Episode 1

The future of work is changing faster than anyone imagined, driven by AI, automation, global uncertainty, and rapid technological breakthroughs. But while jobs may change, the core skills for success in a human world remain timeless.

In this episode, we break down the 5 Superskills we believe are critical for thriving in the unpredictable world ahead. These are the human skills that won’t just help you survive — they’ll help you lead, adapt, and stay ahead of the curve no matter what the future throws your way.

Join us as we dive into:
✅ Why financial intelligence is a must-have skill
✅ The power of critical thinking in an age of misinformation
✅ How deep focus can become your superpower in a world full of distractions
✅ Why reading remains one of the greatest tools for growth and leadership
✅ The game-changing impact of emotional intelligence on relationships and resilience

Whether you’re leading a team, managing your own career, or simply looking to stay sharp, these 5 superskills will help you future-proof yourself and keep learning, growing, and winning in the face of change.

Tune in now — your future self will thank you.

Resources:

The Crash Course: An Honest Approach to Facing the Future of Our Economy, Energy, and Environment: Martenson, Chris: 9781394168866: Amazon.com: Books

The Future Is Faster Than You Think - How Converging Technologies Are Transforming Business, Industries, and Our Lives

The Psychology of Money: Timeless lessons on wealth, greed, and happiness: Housel, Morgan: 9780857197689: Amazon.com: Books

Emotional Intelligence 2.0: Greaves, Jean, Bradberry, Travis, Lencioni, Patrick M.: 9780974320625: Amazon.com: Books

HBR's 10 Must Reads on Emotional Intelligence (with featured article "What Makes a Leader?" by Daniel Goleman)

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