Ep 420: The Project Economy
The world of work has changed in many ways, and one fascinating area is the adoption of a more agile approach to talent. Project-based contracting is on the rise employers work to ensure they have the right skills at the right time in rapidly changing business environments.\n\nSo what mindset do employers need to adopt to be successful in the project economy, and what are the implications on the career paths of knowledge workers.\n\nMy guest this week is Kate Duchene, CEO at RGP, a human capital company redefining how professionals work in more flexible and collaborative ways. Kate is at the cutting edge of the project economy and has some very valuable insights and experiences to share.\n\nIn the interview, we discuss:\n\nWhat is the Project Economy?\n\nThe drive towards agility and mobility\n\nRenting or borrowing talent\n\nRun this place vs change this place\n\nThinking differently about careers\n\nThe importance of choice\n\nSkills development in portfolio careers\n\nFrom command and control to learning, listening and empathy\n\nCulture, productivity and performance\n\nThe role of technology\n\nA future of increased flexibility\n\n\nListen to this podcast in Apple Podcasts.