The Golden Ticket: Why Adaptability Should be Top of your Skills Agenda
This month’s edition of Summit Solutions explores the power of adaptability—a skill that’s become essential for navigating the fast-changing world of work. As organisations face ongoing shifts in technology, work culture, and employee expectations, the ability to respond to change with confidence and creativity has never been more valuable. In partnership with Video Arts, we explore how leaders can build adaptability into their mindset, their teams, and their learning strategies.
In an era defined by rapid technological advancements, shifting global dynamics, and evolving workplace expectations, adaptability has emerged as a cornerstone of effective leadership in 2025. Leaders are no longer simply expected to guide with experience and authority; they must also navigate uncertainty, embrace change, and inspire resilience within their teams (not asking for much are we…).
As businesses grapple with everything from AI integration to remote work challenges, the ability to pivot strategies, adopt new mindsets, and respond to unforeseen disruptions is not just a competitive advantage - it’s a necessity.
With over 50 years in L&D, it’s safe to say Video Arts have been around the block a few times when it comes to helping organisations adapt to changing work environments. Read on for a few of our top tips for developing more adaptable leaders in 2025…
Talk more
Sure, state the obvious much? But in all seriousness, sharing your challenges and asking others about theirs is the first step in being more adaptable. Understanding what is working and not working for you right now will help you plan and prepare better for the future, all the while opening you up to new ideas and strategies that could be beneficial to you in the long run.
Listen and read more
We know extra-curricular reading isn’t exactly everyone’s idea of fun, but dedicating even an hour a week to reading up on the latest trends, technological developments, and even product launches can help leaders build and retain knowledge of what’s going on in their industry. And it’s not just limited to reading – it might seem obvious again, but simply listening more actively to colleagues when they share what media they’ve been consuming can often lead to nuggets of wisdom and information you never knew you needed.
Prioritise wellbeing
People perform best when they’re feeling their best. Remaining calm under pressure is no easy thing to do, neither is thinking fast, acting quickly or (hopefully) making the right decisions for the business. However, these skills are made even harder when we’re not working in an environment that helps us feel valued, supported and, above all, psychologically safe. So, ensuring employee wellbeing is an integral part of your L&D strategy in 2025 is, frankly, a no brainer.
To conclude
Ultimately, adaptability is more than just a skill; it’s a mindset, one of continual learning. Being able to change rapidly when needed, remain calm and still make informed decisions relies on leaders adopting the attitude that learning needs to be a constant and core part of business as usual. And if you take any one thing away from this article, let it be this: curiosity is key. The best way to learn and adapt is by asking questions, remaining open to feedback and welcoming new ideas.
Find out more about adaptability and other key skills required in 2025 in Video Arts' latest free, downloadable eBook – The Evolution of Learning: Top priorities for L&D leaders in 2025.
If you’re interested in diving deeper into this topic—and discovering how leading organisations are embracing adaptability and other critical skills—you can connect directly with the Video Arts team at our Summits. They are regular contributors to our People Development Summit, which returns from 11–13 March 2026 at Dolce CampoReal, Lisbon.
In the meantime, our next event is fast approaching: the 10th Rewards, Benefits & Wellbeing Summit, taking place from 4–6 June 2025 at the Eurostars Hotel, Sitges. This landmark event brings together senior decision-makers and innovative solution providers for three days of focused, high-value networking and knowledge sharing. Spots are limited, and registration closes on 7 May— click here to secure your place today.