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Cloud computing -

Businesses are moving their functions to the cloud, so cloud computing is in high demand across the board. Cloud engineers are responsible for engineering and managing cloud computing systems.

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Artificial intelligence -

AI is changing our world in more ways than we can imagine. Building AI models, testing them, and maintaining AI infrastructure are just some of the functions that AI skills are required for.

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Sales leadership -

Sales are what ultimately drive profit. Sales leaders are skilled in closing deals and motivating others. A sales leader will usually have excellent communication skills and a tremendous drive.

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Analysis -

Analytical skills are needed in almost every industry because they help with problem-solving and deciding courses of action. Analytic skills imply an ability to detect patterns, interpret data, theorize, and make decisions.

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Translation -

In our global economy, translation skills are in demand more than ever. Not only is interpreting and translating data to another language necessary, but it is also valuable to understand cultural differences.

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Mobile app development -

If something exists, there’s usually an app that accompanies it. For this reason, there is a massive demand for people who can develop and maintain them.

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People management -

People management skills have been hugely in demand for a long time, as opposed to many technical skills that come in and out of demand because of how fast technology moves on.

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Video production -

Most of the entertainment we consume is video content, so there has to be someone to make it, especially for professional marketing. It can be learned from home with a video camera, a computer, a good microphone, and some basic video editing software.

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Audio production -

While radio and the music industry are always looking for audio producers, there are also opportunities in the gaming industry and the TV and film industry.

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UX/UI design -

User experience design skills are what is needed to make the world work for people. It’s hugely in demand in the tech industry and other areas, like in the automotive industry.

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SEO/SEM marketing -

Marketing departments need SEO/SEM marketing skills to increase visibility to sites, increase site traffic, increase lead conversions, and ultimately gain more customers and revenue.

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Blockchain -

It’s not just big companies who are looking for people with knowledge of blockchain. Blockchain experts help companies coordinate with each other and make transactions without banks or other institutions’ interference.

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Industrial design -

Industrial designers are needed to work on products’ functionality or appearance, whether they be cars or chocolate bars. They can also be involved in designing the machine that makes the cars.

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Creativity -

Creativity is valuable in most industries because it is often needed to overcome obstacles, meet challenges, and solve problems.

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Collaboration -

Nobody can do everything by themselves. Even the most independent and revered business people know that they need other people. Almost every organization needs its employees to collaborate and work well within teams to meet its objectives.

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Adaptability -

As nothing stays static in most industries, especially in tech industries, companies need their employees to be adaptable,  implying that they are fast learners.

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Time management -

This soft skill won’t go out of demand any time soon. Task management, delegation, scheduling, and prioritization skills are always in high demand in the job market.

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Persuasion -

Whether it’s closing a deal or persuading another employee to commit to a course of action, persuasion skills are often an innate trait that can be beneficial for several business aspects, and they can be improved through training.

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Digital journalism -

Writers are always needed to update content on social media and websites. They’re also required for researching and reporting.

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Animation -

Animation skills are needed in the film industry, gaming industry, television, and other creative occupations, like graphic design and web development.

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Project management -

In most industries, project management skills are needed to account for tracking performance and ensuring that projects are completed in time and to the desired standard.

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Finance/accounting -

Finance skills are needed by virtually every business and in every industry, and for every individual.

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Emotional intelligence -

This skill is often hard to come by and is often witnessed in HR managers. It’s needed to lead teams, train employees, manage disputes at work, and much more.

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Programming -

Programming skills are needed to create and maintain the technology that businesses sell and use in our everyday lives.

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Storage systems management -

Now that most of the filing of financial documents, inventory, and every other aspect of business information is stored digitally, someone is needed who is proficient in storage systems and management.

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Data mining -

Companies need to recognize large patterns in data to use it to their advantage in decision-making. People who have good knowledge of and skills in data mining are in demand more and more.

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Web architecture -

Even though many services allow individuals to develop their websites, they are often too limited, so website deign skills are very valuable today.

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Content management -

Content management systems are what organizations use to schedule marketing content, emails, and news, so they need someone skilled in managing these systems.

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Machine learning -

This is an in-demand skill in most tech industries. Machine learning skills allow the understanding of statistics to find patterns in large quantities of data.

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Network and information security skills -

Every year, the security of one of the biggest tech companies in the world is compromised. People with skills and knowledge in cybersecurity are highly paid and valued in the job market.

Sources: (Indeed) (Glassdoor) (LinkedIn) 

See also: Biggest mistakes people make when applying for jobs

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