{"id":26591,"date":"2022-01-27T11:48:47","date_gmt":"2022-01-26T22:48:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nzie.ac.nz\/?p=26591"},"modified":"2022-03-03T13:33:41","modified_gmt":"2022-03-03T00:33:41","slug":"blog-5-benefits-of-upskilling-for-your-career","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nzie.ac.nz\/blog-5-benefits-of-upskilling-for-your-career\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Benefits of upskilling for your career."},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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If you’re reading this, then there’s a fair chance that you believe in the idea that upskilling will help you to improve your career opportunities. But before we look at exactly how you can do that, it’s worth considering the benefits. After all, if you’re doing well in your current job, then why risk making any changes? Perhaps you should read on, and we\u2019ll explain why.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Consider upskilling like upgrading to a new phone. Why do you upgrade? Well, because Technology advances to the point where something or a method we use today becomes obsolete in the future.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Similarly, updating your own technology skills and\/or knowledge is just as important as upgrading your phone or at least installing the latest software.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

The purpose of this article is to discuss the benefits of upskilling, and how to determine when you should do so.\u00a0 By doing so, you can perform better and accomplish more.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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“The day you convince yourself that you’ve mastered your craft or profession or even your relationships is the day you cease to live. The thirst for knowledge and the mind’s ravenous appetite for constant growth and evolution helps sustain a meaningful existence. If you cease to aim higher, you will surely fall short.”<\/i>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>

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5 benefits of upskilling <\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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1. Recognition and Credibility<\/span><\/h4>

There are still those who are doubtful of the value in upskilling. Although, your skills will be viewed more favorably once you have a recognised qualification. In fact, earning a professional qualification shows that you’re serious about your career, and demonstrates your commitment to developing yourself as an employee. You’ll also have credibility in front of clients, customers and even colleagues who may have previously been skeptical of your abilities.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

2. Career Progression<\/span><\/h4>

Your salary is likely to increase when you upskill because employers recognise the value of qualifications and skills in their staff. According to <\/span>O’Reilly’s 2021 Data\/A.I. Salary Survey<\/u><\/span><\/a>, three in five (61%) of the 3,136 professionals surveyed obtained certifications or partook in other training in the past year for a salary increase or promotion. Most companies now are recognising the value of subsidising their employees’ advancement with upskilling.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Are you thinking about asking for your employer to support your growth?\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Then read this article on <\/span>how to convince your boss to pay for a digital marketing course<\/u>.<\/span><\/a> \u00a0<\/span><\/p>

3. More Job Opportunities<\/span><\/h4>

If you’re looking for a job or a career change, upskilling can help fill in skill gaps on your resum\u00e9. This can help your application look more relevant for the position you’re applying for. This also works if you’re already employed but looking for a promotion or progression to another department. Showing off your new skills makes you more desirable as an employee.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

4. Job Security<\/span><\/h4>

Upskilling is a great way to showcase added value you can bring to the company. Thus, signaling that your employee doesn\u2019t need to look elsewhere or to others for skills that you possess. Furthermore, it demonstrates your dedication to your personal and professional development making you valuable team member to hold on to.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

5. A fresh perspective<\/span><\/h4>

The bottom line is that upskilling yourself is an easy way to gain confidence in your abilities while making yourself more marketable and to get a fresh perspective \u2014 a win-win situation! Furthermore, if you are a manager, relating to your team members who probably already know the latest knowledge & technological advancements will empower you.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.”<\/i>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>

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Is it time for you to upskill? How do you know?\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>

\u00a0Here are some questions you should ask yourself:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>