Gbenga Sesan, a Social Entrepreneur and ICT Consultant, shares on what he has termed, the “New Economy skills”, skills required by students and young people for maximum impact in the unfolding new economy. Here they are –
Next 10 tweets for students and early career folks who want to be significant in the New Economy. Don't touch if rat race is okay. #NESkills
— 'Gbénga Sèsan (@gbengasesan) October 26, 2012
Skill 1: Social Interaction. Communication via social media channels isn't about followers and twit-fights. Connect with ease! #NESkills
— 'Gbénga Sèsan (@gbengasesan) October 26, 2012
Skill 2: Research Skills. Using search engines smartly may be as important as being knowledgeable about a subject at some point. #NESkills
— 'Gbénga Sèsan (@gbengasesan) October 26, 2012
Skill 3: Multidisciplinary People. Regardless of course studied, pick up something about everything and everything about one thing #NESkills
— 'Gbénga Sèsan (@gbengasesan) October 26, 2012
Skill 4: Social Learning. When social connections tweet a link, follow knowledge. Get on http://t.co/SUAo6yEK http://t.co/oz3rTijg #NESkills
— 'Gbénga Sèsan (@gbengasesan) October 26, 2012
Skill 5: Subject Experts. It is okay to be an expert on even non-traditional subject-matters, but where is your core expertise? #NESkills
— 'Gbénga Sèsan (@gbengasesan) October 26, 2012
Skill 6: Fearless Connectors. There is NO big man on social media. Connect! Cool to communicate, but great to connect with help. #NESkills
— 'Gbénga Sèsan (@gbengasesan) October 26, 2012
Skill 7: Shameless Pluggers. There's actually no point being quiet about your much-needed skills. Let the world know what you know #NESkills
— 'Gbénga Sèsan (@gbengasesan) October 26, 2012
Skill 8: Information Hub Curators. Get an online space where the world sees your diverse sides. Easier now with wifi, blogs, etc. #NESkills
— 'Gbénga Sèsan (@gbengasesan) October 26, 2012
Skill 9: Eagle-Eyed Trend Spotters. See your industry at least 5 years into the future. Easier if you're in a developing country. #NESkills
— 'Gbénga Sèsan (@gbengasesan) October 26, 2012
Skill 10: Exposure Junkies. Get exposed. Whatever you do, make sure you see the world! Travel, eMaps, books, Facebook. However! #NESkills
— 'Gbénga Sèsan (@gbengasesan) October 26, 2012
What do you think about these skills? Can they be acquired?Let’s discuss in the comments section below.
