- ASIA EDUCATION REVIEW - JULY 202419In the current scenario, communication skills play a vital role in helping us achieve the above. The team members need to receive constant feedback so that they can adjust their goals while moving ahead. Frequent communication means more transparency, which is key in developing strong collaborative teams. The leaders of the future need to be able to provide a clear direction and strategy to the staff. They should be competent enough to inspire and manage people. Q.Work-related stress is a major concern for IT companies and more than 70 percent of IT employees reported work-related stress in 2020. How do you see IT companies solving this issue and how is it adversely impacting the job appeal of IT companies? One of the major causes of work-related stress is the impact of managers and their skills to manage their staff and stress in the workplace. Managers need to practice what they advise and ensure that they are following the work-life amalgamations that employees look for. Physical activity and a healthy lifestyle are tremendously significant when it comes to reducing workplace-related stress.Wellness schemes, such as arranging for a discount at local gyms are a good way to help them unwind and feel better about themselves. Open communication is critical in leadership. Keeping team members up to date regarding changes, expectations and their own performance not only keeps them on track, but also reduces feelings of stress and anxiety. After all, there is nothing worse than being kept in the dark! As a supervisor, be sure to keep your team well-informed of the most recent developments and departmental modifications. Open communication is a two-way street, and the more you communicate with your team members, the more likely they can share concerns, ideas, and thoughts, which leads to stronger working relationships and healthier company culture. Provide a `CHILL OUT' space in the office.Sometimes people need 15 minutes to relax, re-group and extricate from technology and general work-related communications. After taking a short break free from disruptions, people often feel refreshed and re-energised to tackle the rest of the day. Team members spend a lot of time with their associates and therefore it's important they get along. Organise team lunches, social events, team away days, or arrange for a speaker to come into the office on a subject that interests your staff. Make it fun. Social activity is good for reducing stress, boosting morale, and team building. Q.Owing to the rising adoption of technology, many jobs are becoming obsolete. For students who aspire to get into the IT industry, what are some of the most future-proof career options to choose from?In recent years, technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), machine Learning, data analytics, and cloud computing have grown rapidly but in just a short span of seven months, they have become a necessity. This driving force behind technological adaptations has fueled the demand for jobs and individuals with the skills and knowledge which meet the needs of digitally transformed industries and sectors.Some of these roles are:Machine learning engineers ­ They create complex algorithms using big data to program machines (like self-driving cars or digital voice assistants) and carry out human-like tasksUX designer - A UX designer is responsible for the 'behind the scenes' design of software, websites, or apps that meet consumer habits, motivations, behaviors, and needs. With more and more businesses turning to digital platforms to endorse and sell their products or services, it's never been so important to ensure the user journey and experience are the best they can be.Data scientist - As organisations collect and use more data every day, the necessity for skilled professionals has increased rapidly. With prospects to work in practically every sector and industry, from IT to entertainment, manufacturing to healthcare, it's the accountability of data scientists to compile, process, evaluate and produce data for an association for it to make more well-versed decisions.Cloud engineer - Cloud computing has become a must-have for those working remotely. In parallel, organizations have been hiring people with the skills and knowledge to migrate processes, execute infrastructure, and implement cloud-related tasks. Cloud technologists are often titled under various roles, including solutions architects, cloud developers, and sysops engineers. In some cases, the roles and obligations will vary, but the overall duty of a cloud engineer is to develop, observe, and control a company's cloud approach. ER
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