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The workforce predictions for 2030 and beyond are quite informative. Over the years, I’ve studied workforce trends published by global consulting firms such as PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC); Accenture; Mercer; McKinsey & Company; EY (formerly Ernst & Young); KPMG; Josh Bersin, and others. They’ve all conducted extensive research on the future of work and how it will impact workers and leaders. The research findings provide insight into how dramatically different things will be and what new skills, habits, and behaviors people need to adopt in order to remain relevant, competitive, and sustainable. A few notable predictions include the following:

 Our world is rapidly growing older. According to the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs, people aged 65 or older is projected to reach 1.5 billion by 2050.

 Artificial intelligence may replace jobs humans once held and create jobs that didn’t exist before.

 Employers may recruit global, contract-based workers instead of employing full-time workers. Traditional offices and corporate headquarters may go by the wayside.

 Traditional retirement will peter out as workers continue working as long they can.

 Workers will demand more comprehensive benefits and “best place to work” environments, which may lead to job hopping.

 You know how a smartwatch can track your steps and health activity? Imagine sensors that employers can use monitor employees, not just at work but all the time

 Driverless cars may make commuting faster.