Author name: John Kleist III

John Kleist III is the Chief Growth Officer for SkillsTX and author of Digital Talent Strategies, a popular newsletter on LinkedIn. John proudly considers himself a Talent Management Revolutionary: Spearheading Skills-Based Digital Talent Strategies with SkillsTX Talent eXperience Skills Intelligence and the #SFIA Framework | Unlock Your #PassionForPotential.

Embracing Objective Digital Badging with SFIA: A Shift from Vendor-Specific Certifications

In today’s relentless race for digital transformation, there’s no room for vague promises or inflated credentials. The demand for precise, objective skill assessment isn’t just growing—it’s non-negotiable. Australia is leading the charge, compelling courseware and curriculum providers to step up and align their programs with the robust, no-nonsense structure of the Skills Framework for the […]

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The Digital Skills Revolution: 10 Bold Predictions for the Year 2025

Prediction season is here, but let’s skip the crystal balls and cut to the chase—2025 is just weeks away, and the skills economy is already rewriting the rules of work. The question isn’t if change is coming; it’s whether you’re ready to ride the wave or get swept aside. This isn’t just another list of

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Workforce

Enhancing Workforce Agility with Skills-Based Approaches

A workforce needs the ability to adapt quickly to changes. This agility ensures that teams can meet new challenges and seize opportunities as they arise. One effective way to boost workforce agility is through skills-based approaches. These methods focus on identifying, developing, and utilising the skills within your team to keep up with the evolving

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SFIA: The Digital Skills Revolution the World Needs Now

Let’s not mince words: how we manage digital talent today is broken AF. It’s inefficient, wasteful, and downright embarrassing for a world that claims to be at the cutting edge of technology and innovation. Whether you’re a CEO lamenting the talent gap or a government official championing digital transformation, the truth is that you’re probably

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With DOGE in the Lead, It’s Time for a National Digital Skills Framework in the USA

America, The Future Is Slipping Away: Act Now or Pay the Price! Imagine this: It’s 2030, and the United States is no longer the leader in innovation, cybersecurity, or digital transformation. The global workforce has left us in the dust, powered by nations that had the foresight to prepare for a digital future while we

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SFIA 9 is the Digital Talent Benchmarking Upgrade Your Organization Can’t Ignore

In today’s hyper-digital landscape, using outdated people analytics approaches to manage skills is like navigating with a paper map in the age of GPS. If your organization still relies on static job descriptions and generic skill lists, you’re not just falling behind—you’re at risk of becoming a relic. The digital talent landscape is more competitive

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The World Needs SFIA 9 – Ethical AI Isn’t Just Necessary, It’s Non-Negotiable

We live in an AI-fueled era, where artificial intelligence drives decisions across industries, powers global economies, and even shapes societies’ functions. AI is already making high-stakes calls, from predicting job performance to deciding who gets healthcare. But here’s the cold, hard truth: if we don’t ensure AI is being developed and applied ethically, we are

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Microsoft Azure

Leveraging Microsoft Azure for Skills Data Insights

Technology plays a crucial role in managing and analysing skills data. Microsoft Azure is a powerful tool that helps organisations make sense of complex data. By harnessing Azure’s capabilities, companies can gain valuable insights into their workforce’s skills, leading to better decision-making and resource allocation. Azure offers a range of features that enhance skills data

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Microsoft

How Microsoft Azure Powers Modern Talent Platforms

Microsoft Azure is a powerful cloud platform designed to help businesses manage their talent and boost development. By providing advanced cloud services, Azure offers a suite of tools that can enhance talent management processes, ensuring businesses stay ahead in a competitive environment. Its capabilities range from real-time data analytics to AI-driven personalised learning plans, all

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How a Cybersecurity Company Used AI to Empower Their Team, Not Replace Them

The meeting room was tense. Leadership sat quietly, papers and screens in front of them, as they weighed a critical decision—whether to introduce an AI-powered chatbot to manage the increasing load of help desk tickets. The efficiency gains were clear, and the potential savings were undeniable. But the unspoken question hung in the air: What

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