Back in December 2011, I wrote a blog about an American Management (AMA) survey in which executives said the typical knowledge and skills in the areas of reading, writing, and arithmetic (the three Rs) are no longer sufficient for workers.

The survey results suggested that success in the future will require four additional skills: 1) critical thinking and problem-solving skills, 2) communication skills, 3) collaboration skills, and, 4) creativity and innovation skills. How can companies ensure their workforce has these skills? Some companies, such as Deloitte LLP, are taking a proactive approach by investing in employee training programs.  Read the rest of this entry »