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- The constant updating of skills has become a priority for professionals; 50% of workers have taken some upskilling action, according to data from the World Economic Forum.
- The combination of technical and soft skills is the formula sought by organizations, which demand integral profiles with a high capacity for adaptation, leadership, and contribution of value in complex and changing environments.
- The role of the professional of the future is not only defined by their knowledge, but also by their ability to constantly evolve, incorporate new tools, collaborate effectively and think critically and creatively.
Madrid, June 3rd, 2025 – The importance of soft skills, the development of new leadership profiles and the incorporation of the latest technological advances in the workplace are leading to greater interest on the part of employees in updating their skills.
According to ‘The Future of Jobs Report‘ of 2025, conducted by the World Economic Forum, 50% of workers have taken some training or activity to retrain or improve their skills. This figure has increased significantly compared to 41% in the previous report, published in 2023.
ODILO, a Spanish edtech specialized in the creation of Unlimited Learning Ecosystems, has identified the 8 skills most sought after by its corporate users around the world, to grow professionally and successfully face the growing demand for continuous updating:
- Data analysis: In a context of exponential growth of ‘insights’ within companies, the ability to collect and interpret available information is a cross-cutting competency across all departments. Above all, with a view to identifying patterns and predicting trends to make processes more efficient and optimize decision-making.
- Mastery of technologies: Technical knowledge in areas such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, or the use of tools such as SQL has become essential in highly digitalized contexts. And not only for IT profiles: advanced digital literacy is essential for professionals in any area to incorporate technological solutions in their daily work and optimize their operational efficiency.
- Effective communication: This skill has become a competitive advantage, as it allows interacting effectively with internal and external customers, as well as with the rest of the stakeholders. Clear and empathetic communication, and knowing how to adapt messages to each audience, is essential to align teams, avoid misunderstandings and offer a high quality user experience.
- Adaptability and flexibility: The constant transformation of work methodologies and business models, driven by the current technology boom, has made this one of the most valued competencies. Professionals capable of learning quickly and embracing change without losing efficiency play a key role in organizational resilience. Also, adjusting with agility to new environments and challenges is essential in a dynamic and constantly evolving labor market.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving: In times of uncertainty, organizations need professionals who not only identify problems, but are also able to analyze them from different perspectives. Evaluating information objectively and proposing viable solutions is crucial to foster innovation and execute effective strategies.
- Teamwork and collaboration: The complexity and cross-functional approach of today’s projects requires seamless coordination between departments that, in addition to having different functions, may present different cultures within the same organization. Working in collaborative environments, respecting diversity and adding value to the collective effort has become an essential skill to achieve common goals and strengthen the work environment.
- Leadership: Beyond top management, leadership is highly valued at all levels of the organization. All teams require leaders who inspire, promote the company’s vision and support their members. Professionals who positively influence, empathetically manage challenges and contribute to the growth of people and the business occupy a prominent place within the organization.
- Creativity and innovation: In an increasingly competitive market, the ability to generate new ideas and come up with original solutions is a highly prized competency. Thinking ‘outside the box’ is key for a company to differentiate itself from its competitors. Creativity is not exclusive to design or marketing departments; all profiles must cultivate the ability to find ingenious answers to business challenges.
“Companies are transforming their approach to talent development, building a culture of growth based on continuous learning. This mindset makes it possible to anticipate market changes and strengthen key competencies such as adaptability, critical thinking, creativity or digital literacy. In this context, upskilling is no longer a trend but a strategic necessity that drives competitiveness, innovation and sustainable business growth,” says Ivan Lopez, VP Corporate Global Sales at ODILO.
Within this framework, ODILO positions itself as the next level in talent development by transforming traditional training into a true learning ecosystem. “We turn training into a talent ecosystem“, is the concept that defines this evolution: an unlimited, customizable environment focused on the constant growth of professionals.