In an era dominated by AI, skill development is crucial for career progression. However, LinkedIn’s latest research highlights significant obstacles faced by Indian professionals. Despite 80% acknowledging their companies’ efforts to foster learning, 94% struggle to prioritize it due to work and family commitments.
Key barriers include personal commitments (34%), busy work schedules (29%), and feeling overwhelmed by available resources (26%). To counter these, professionals are adopting ‘Loud Learning’—being vocal and intentional about their learning goals. This approach sees 81% believing it helps them dedicate time to skill enhancement. Prominent ‘Loud Learning’ methods include sharing learnings with teammates (40%), publicizing learning journeys on LinkedIn (40%), and informing team members of dedicated learning time blocks (35%). Remarkably, 64% are already practicing this strategy.
Moreover, 81% feel motivated by peers engaging in ‘Loud Learning’. A notable 64% have a ‘Learning BFF’—a supportive friend who makes learning enjoyable and holds them accountable. LinkedIn Career Expert Nirajita Banerjee emphasizes the importance of ‘Loud Learning’, stating it not only prioritizes personal learning but also inspires others. LinkedIn supports this with AI-powered tools and free courses available until July 8, 2024.
