Experience is an asset in the workplace. Years of professional and life experience can bring valuable perspective, problem-solving skills, reliability and knowledge to an organization.
But as technology continues to change the way we work, staying current with digital skills can be just as important as experience itself.
During National Employ Older Workers Week, September 20–26, we’re highlighting the importance of helping workers of all ages stay competitive in today’s evolving workforce, and that’s where digital skills can make a difference.
The Workplace Is Changing
Technology has become part of nearly every industry. From communicating with coworkers and completing online applications to using productivity software, navigating digital platforms and working with artificial intelligence, today’s workforce requires an increasingly broad range of digital skills. For someone who has spent years building a career, learning new technology can sometimes feel like starting over.
It doesn’t have to. Digital skills are skills that can be learned, practiced and strengthened at any age.
A Little More Confidence Can Go a Long Way
Sometimes the biggest barrier isn’t the ability to learn something new, it’s simply having the opportunity and support to learn it.
That’s why Goodwill North Central Texas offers resources designed to help individuals build the skills they need to navigate today’s workforce. Our Digital Career Accelerator helps participants strengthen their digital skills through training opportunities that can include technology fundamentals, career-focused digital skills and emerging tools such as artificial intelligence.
The goal isn’t to replace the experience someone already has. It’s to add new skills to it.
Experience + New Skills = Opportunity
Imagine someone who has spent decades developing expertise in their field. They understand customer service, leadership, problem-solving and how to work with a team.
Now add confidence using digital tools, completing online applications, navigating workplace technology or learning new AI-powered resources. Those skills can help turn years of experience into an even stronger professional advantage.
Learning Doesn’t Have an Expiration Date
National Employ Older Workers Week is an opportunity to recognize the contributions of experienced workers while also highlighting the importance of continued learning.
Whether you’re entering the workforce, changing careers or looking to strengthen the skills you’ve built over decades, there is always something new to learn. At Goodwill North Central Texas, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to build the skills they need to move forward. Because experience matters and there’s always room to add something new to it.