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  1. JOB READINESS IN AN AGE OF AUTOMATION: A DISSECTION

    Young workers need new skills like problem-solving and adaptability as robots and AI change jobs. Employers share advice on how to get ready for the future.

    #FutureOfWork, #SkillsGap, #Automation, #YoungWorkers, #JobReadiness

    newsletter.tf/young-workers-ne

  2. Employers say young workers need to be adaptable and good at solving problems because of new technology in jobs. This is different from just learning facts from school.

    #FutureOfWork, #SkillsGap, #Automation, #YoungWorkers, #JobReadiness
    newsletter.tf/young-workers-ne

  3. "security professionals now rank in the bottom three for overall workplace satisfaction alongside QA testers and infrastructure bods"

    Ah, cyber security, QA, DevOps, all the unimportant, costly stuff. The triumvirate of project blockers. 😉

    theregister.com/2026/04/27/fro

    #cybersecurity #skillsgap

  4. "security professionals now rank in the bottom three for overall workplace satisfaction alongside QA testers and infrastructure bods"

    Ah, cyber security, QA, DevOps, all the unimportant, costly stuff. The triumvirate of project blockers. 😉

    theregister.com/2026/04/27/fro

    #cybersecurity #skillsgap

  5. "security professionals now rank in the bottom three for overall workplace satisfaction alongside QA testers and infrastructure bods"

    Ah, cyber security, QA, DevOps, all the unimportant, costly stuff. The triumvirate of project blockers. 😉

    theregister.com/2026/04/27/fro

    #cybersecurity #skillsgap

  6. When skills are scarce, automation scales impact. Codifying knowledge into workflows reduces dependency on heroics.

    #SkillsGap #Automation #CIO #DigitalTransformation #MSP

  7. Botanic Garden apprentices go from beginners to running Wales’ biggest glasshouse

    The Carmarthenshire attraction is marking more than a decade of its horticultural apprenticeship programme during Apprenticeship Week Wales, saying the scheme has helped tackle what it describes as a long‑term skills shortage in the sector.

    Garden says apprentices now run major plant collections

    According to the Garden, some of the apprentices first recruited in 2015 — many with no horticultural experience — now help run the Great Glasshouse, which the Garden describes as the world’s largest single‑span glasshouse. The organisation says apprentices also contribute to maintaining plant collections seen by around 200,000 visitors a year.

    Head of Horticulture, Learning and Nature, Donald Murray, said the programme was launched because the sector was facing “a long‑term workforce challenge”.

    “Fewer young people were entering horticulture yet demand for skilled practitioners to care for living plant collections and landscapes was rising,” he said. “Apprenticeships were a great way to tackle the skills gap.”

    An apprentice tends to plants near the Great Glasshouse at the National Botanic Garden of Wales during a training rotation.
    (Image: National Botanic Gardens Of Wales)A horticulture apprentice works on a flower bed at the National Botanic Garden of Wales, gaining seasonal, hands‑on experience.
    (Image: Botanic Gardens of Wales)

    14 apprentices recruited, says Garden

    The Garden says it has recruited 14 apprentices over the past decade, ranging from school leavers to career changers, with around half progressing into full‑time roles. According to the organisation, former apprentices now lead specialist areas including the Great Glasshouse and the Double Walled Garden.

    The Garden says its current apprentices follow a structured two‑year programme involving seasonal, hands‑on learning and rotational placements across its 568‑acre site. Apprentices also work towards qualifications such as RHS Level 2 Principles of Horticulture, which the Garden says is supported through funded training.

    “Integral to our success,” says Garden

    Donald Murray said apprentices now play a central role in the Garden’s operations.

    “Apprenticeships have become integral to our success,” he said. “They strengthen our ability to deliver high‑quality horticulture and support our wider mission of education, skills development and public engagement.”

    He added that apprentices bring “fresh ideas and energy”, and that many career‑changing recruits contribute valuable life experience.

    According to the Garden, apprentices also gain skills through project work and seasonal programmes, including contributing to show gardens at events such as the Royal Welsh Show.

    Aerial view of the National Botanic Garden of Wales, showing the Great Glasshouse and surrounding gardens.(Image: National Botanic Gardens Of Wales)

    Garden says scheme supports Wales’ wider green skills agenda

    The organisation says apprentices also act as “ambassadors for horticulture, biodiversity and wellbeing” by engaging with visitors, volunteers and community groups.

    Looking ahead, the Garden says it hopes to expand its apprenticeship model into science, conservation, education, estates management and hospitality.

    “For other businesses considering apprentices, it’s been a no‑brainer for us,” Donald Murray said. “It’s helped us grow and filled key skills gaps.”

    Minister praises programme

    Minister for Skills Jack Sargeant said the scheme is an example of how apprenticeships can support Wales’ environmental ambitions.

    “Apprenticeships like those at the National Botanic Garden of Wales are essential to building the skilled workforce we need to tackle the challenges of climate change and biodiversity loss,” he said.

    “By combining hands‑on experience with recognised qualifications, we’re equipping the next generation with practical expertise to protect and restore our natural environment.”

    A wider drone view captures the Great Glasshouse set within the Botanic Garden’s 568‑acre landscape.
    (Image: National Botanic Gardens Of Wales)

    Apprenticeship Week Wales runs from 9–15 February 2026, highlighting the impact of apprenticeship programmes across the country.

    #apprentices #Apprenticeship #ApprenticeshipWeek #Gardening #GreatGlasshouse #horticulture #NationalBotanicGardenOfWales #skillsGap
  8. Green AI's promise falters not on code, but on skills. We need a workforce trained in both tech & infrastructure to realize its potential. Let's modernize training & prioritize practical skills to drive real environmental impact. #GreenAI #SkillsGap #WorkforceDevelopment

    novaracg.com/2025/12/13/green-

  9. Most teams train endlessly, yet real capability rarely grows 🌱 The difference is knowing what people need to actually get things done, solve problems, and move forward together

    #FutureOfWork #SkillsGap #Leadership

    zurl.co/VEgWm

  10. The AI talent squeeze is hitting hard, but Europe's been quietly brewing some fascinating AI education experiments. From training teachers to co-create with AI to embedding practical AI literacy, they're shaping tomorrow's workforce. Is your business ready to ditch the old ways and embrace this evolving learning landscape?

    Read more here: artificialintelligence-news.co
    #AI #Education #FutureOfWork #SkillsGap #TechNews

  11. 🛑 Stop Calling Them Certs. They're Privilege Slot Machines.
    Let's be blunt: Many high-stakes, hands-on cybersecurity certifications have lost their merit. They are no longer a true measure of skill but a measure of affluence.

    The Truth About the Exam Cycle:
    It's not about being a better hacker; it's about being able to afford the next attempt. We’re paying thousands to play a "gambling slot machine":

    Exams cycle through a limited list of labs (some easy, some hard).

    Candidates just pay repeatedly, "throwing money at the cert" until they hit the series of easy boxes they can pass.

    This turns an industry benchmark into a "Privilege Cert." You're not proving your competence; you're proving you have the capital to keep paying until you win the RNG lottery.

    Merit is Not Majority
    A lot of people hold these pieces of paper. That doesn't make the cert valid. Historically, a majority believed the Earth was the center of the universe—it just means a lot of people are gullible or following the crowd. Paying out thousands for a piece of paper that can be brute-forced with a credit card is a poor substitute for genuine, verifiable skill.

    The Real Skill Test
    The focus is so narrow it fails to test fundamental skills. If you can automate the process but choose not to because the test structure rewards rote manual work, you've already exposed the flaw. These certs are not good for training the next generation of builders or AI; they reward test-takers, not innovators.

    My Focus? Real Skills.
    I'm done with the cert lottery. That's why I'm focused on platforms like Hack The Box (HTB), where actual skill, ingenuity, and coding ability are the only things that matter.

    What do you think? Are these high-cost certifications still a reliable standard, or are they a financial gatekeeper?

    #Cybersecurity #InfoSec #CyberCertifications #OSCP #HackTheBox #SkillsGap #PrivilegeCerts

  12. 🛑 Stop Calling Them Certs. They're Privilege Slot Machines.
    Let's be blunt: Many high-stakes, hands-on cybersecurity certifications have lost their merit. They are no longer a true measure of skill but a measure of affluence.

    The Truth About the Exam Cycle:
    It's not about being a better hacker; it's about being able to afford the next attempt. We’re paying thousands to play a "gambling slot machine":

    Exams cycle through a limited list of labs (some easy, some hard).

    Candidates just pay repeatedly, "throwing money at the cert" until they hit the series of easy boxes they can pass.

    This turns an industry benchmark into a "Privilege Cert." You're not proving your competence; you're proving you have the capital to keep paying until you win the RNG lottery.

    Merit is Not Majority
    A lot of people hold these pieces of paper. That doesn't make the cert valid. Historically, a majority believed the Earth was the center of the universe—it just means a lot of people are gullible or following the crowd. Paying out thousands for a piece of paper that can be brute-forced with a credit card is a poor substitute for genuine, verifiable skill.

    The Real Skill Test
    The focus is so narrow it fails to test fundamental skills. If you can automate the process but choose not to because the test structure rewards rote manual work, you've already exposed the flaw. These certs are not good for training the next generation of builders or AI; they reward test-takers, not innovators.

    My Focus? Real Skills.
    I'm done with the cert lottery. That's why I'm focused on platforms like Hack The Box (HTB), where actual skill, ingenuity, and coding ability are the only things that matter.

    What do you think? Are these high-cost certifications still a reliable standard, or are they a financial gatekeeper?

    #Cybersecurity #InfoSec #CyberCertifications #OSCP #HackTheBox #SkillsGap #PrivilegeCerts

  13. 🛑 Stop Calling Them Certs. They're Privilege Slot Machines.
    Let's be blunt: Many high-stakes, hands-on cybersecurity certifications have lost their merit. They are no longer a true measure of skill but a measure of affluence.

    The Truth About the Exam Cycle:
    It's not about being a better hacker; it's about being able to afford the next attempt. We’re paying thousands to play a "gambling slot machine":

    Exams cycle through a limited list of labs (some easy, some hard).

    Candidates just pay repeatedly, "throwing money at the cert" until they hit the series of easy boxes they can pass.

    This turns an industry benchmark into a "Privilege Cert." You're not proving your competence; you're proving you have the capital to keep paying until you win the RNG lottery.

    Merit is Not Majority
    A lot of people hold these pieces of paper. That doesn't make the cert valid. Historically, a majority believed the Earth was the center of the universe—it just means a lot of people are gullible or following the crowd. Paying out thousands for a piece of paper that can be brute-forced with a credit card is a poor substitute for genuine, verifiable skill.

    The Real Skill Test
    The focus is so narrow it fails to test fundamental skills. If you can automate the process but choose not to because the test structure rewards rote manual work, you've already exposed the flaw. These certs are not good for training the next generation of builders or AI; they reward test-takers, not innovators.

    My Focus? Real Skills.
    I'm done with the cert lottery. That's why I'm focused on platforms like Hack The Box (HTB), where actual skill, ingenuity, and coding ability are the only things that matter.

    What do you think? Are these high-cost certifications still a reliable standard, or are they a financial gatekeeper?

    #Cybersecurity #InfoSec #CyberCertifications #OSCP #HackTheBox #SkillsGap #PrivilegeCerts

  14. 🛑 Stop Calling Them Certs. They're Privilege Slot Machines.
    Let's be blunt: Many high-stakes, hands-on cybersecurity certifications have lost their merit. They are no longer a true measure of skill but a measure of affluence.

    The Truth About the Exam Cycle:
    It's not about being a better hacker; it's about being able to afford the next attempt. We’re paying thousands to play a "gambling slot machine":

    Exams cycle through a limited list of labs (some easy, some hard).

    Candidates just pay repeatedly, "throwing money at the cert" until they hit the series of easy boxes they can pass.

    This turns an industry benchmark into a "Privilege Cert." You're not proving your competence; you're proving you have the capital to keep paying until you win the RNG lottery.

    Merit is Not Majority
    A lot of people hold these pieces of paper. That doesn't make the cert valid. Historically, a majority believed the Earth was the center of the universe—it just means a lot of people are gullible or following the crowd. Paying out thousands for a piece of paper that can be brute-forced with a credit card is a poor substitute for genuine, verifiable skill.

    The Real Skill Test
    The focus is so narrow it fails to test fundamental skills. If you can automate the process but choose not to because the test structure rewards rote manual work, you've already exposed the flaw. These certs are not good for training the next generation of builders or AI; they reward test-takers, not innovators.

    My Focus? Real Skills.
    I'm done with the cert lottery. That's why I'm focused on platforms like Hack The Box (HTB), where actual skill, ingenuity, and coding ability are the only things that matter.

    What do you think? Are these high-cost certifications still a reliable standard, or are they a financial gatekeeper?

    #Cybersecurity #InfoSec #CyberCertifications #OSCP #HackTheBox #SkillsGap #PrivilegeCerts

  15. 🛑 Stop Calling Them Certs. They're Privilege Slot Machines.
    Let's be blunt: Many high-stakes, hands-on cybersecurity certifications have lost their merit. They are no longer a true measure of skill but a measure of affluence.

    The Truth About the Exam Cycle:
    It's not about being a better hacker; it's about being able to afford the next attempt. We’re paying thousands to play a "gambling slot machine":

    Exams cycle through a limited list of labs (some easy, some hard).

    Candidates just pay repeatedly, "throwing money at the cert" until they hit the series of easy boxes they can pass.

    This turns an industry benchmark into a "Privilege Cert." You're not proving your competence; you're proving you have the capital to keep paying until you win the RNG lottery.

    Merit is Not Majority
    A lot of people hold these pieces of paper. That doesn't make the cert valid. Historically, a majority believed the Earth was the center of the universe—it just means a lot of people are gullible or following the crowd. Paying out thousands for a piece of paper that can be brute-forced with a credit card is a poor substitute for genuine, verifiable skill.

    The Real Skill Test
    The focus is so narrow it fails to test fundamental skills. If you can automate the process but choose not to because the test structure rewards rote manual work, you've already exposed the flaw. These certs are not good for training the next generation of builders or AI; they reward test-takers, not innovators.

    My Focus? Real Skills.
    I'm done with the cert lottery. That's why I'm focused on platforms like Hack The Box (HTB), where actual skill, ingenuity, and coding ability are the only things that matter.

    What do you think? Are these high-cost certifications still a reliable standard, or are they a financial gatekeeper?

    #Cybersecurity #InfoSec #CyberCertifications #OSCP #HackTheBox #SkillsGap #PrivilegeCerts

  16. Oh, France! Now facing AI-powered cyber threats AND stricter regulations (hello, NIS2 & AI Act!). Businesses are turning to integrated solutions and external providers because, let's be real, who *has* enough cybersecurity pros lying around these days? It's a full-stack security headache.

    Are you seeing a similar skills crunch in security where you are?

    #Cybersecurity #AI #TechNews #SkillsGap #Regulation
    artificialintelligence-news.co

  17. Oh, France! Now facing AI-powered cyber threats AND stricter regulations (hello, NIS2 & AI Act!). Businesses are turning to integrated solutions and external providers because, let's be real, who *has* enough cybersecurity pros lying around these days? It's a full-stack security headache.

    Are you seeing a similar skills crunch in security where you are?

    #Cybersecurity #AI #TechNews #SkillsGap #Regulation
    artificialintelligence-news.co

  18. AI is gutting the next generation of talent: In tech, job openings for new grads have already been halved

    Kenneth Kang, a computer science graduate, spent his first year out of college applying for more than 2,500…
    #NewsBeep #News #US #USA #UnitedStates #UnitedStatesOfAmerica #Jobs #Business #Skillsgap #Technology #workculture
    newsbeep.com/us/91724/

  19. AI is gutting the next generation of talent: In tech, job openings for new grads have already been halved

    Kenneth Kang, a computer science graduate, spent his first year out of college applying for more than 2,500…
    #NewsBeep #News #US #USA #UnitedStates #UnitedStatesOfAmerica #Jobs #Business #Skillsgap #Technology #workculture
    newsbeep.com/us/91724/

  20. Fewer students taking computing at A-level despite growing digital demand

    But number of girls choosing the subject rises Fewer students are opting for computing at A-level this year,…
    #NewsBeep #News #Computing #skills #Skillsgap #Technology #UK #UnitedKingdom
    newsbeep.com/uk/68671/

  21. Fewer students taking computing at A-level despite growing digital demand

    But number of girls choosing the subject rises Fewer students are opting for computing at A-level this year,…
    #NewsBeep #News #Computing #CA #Canada #skills #Skillsgap #Technology #UK
    newsbeep.com/ca/71381/

  22. Fewer students taking computing at A-level despite growing digital demand

    But number of girls choosing the subject rises Fewer students are opting for computing at A-level this year,…
    #NewsBeep #News #Computing #AU #Australia #skills #Skillsgap #Technology #UK
    newsbeep.com/au/69919/

  23. Did you know Gen Z might need a little help bridging the skills gap? 🤔 A new article highlights that 35% of project managers feel Gen Z lacks advanced tech & soft skills like communication. Mentorship & upskilling are key! 🚀 Read more here: thedigitalprojectmanager.com/p #GenZ #SkillsGap #ProjectManagemen #oldnewz

  24. Did you know Gen Z might need a little help bridging the skills gap? 🤔 A new article highlights that 35% of project managers feel Gen Z lacks advanced tech & soft skills like communication. Mentorship & upskilling are key! 🚀 Read more here: thedigitalprojectmanager.com/p #GenZ #SkillsGap #ProjectManagemen #oldnewz