The main message here for both individuals and organizations is that to remain credible in today’s world, we need to constantly improve our capabilities. I have one colleague who maintains that it’s vital to “reinvent yourself” every three years to significantly upgrade your skill-set and knowledge so that you can remain relevant and able to make new contributions in a world of constant change. This three-year reinvention may be important for organizations, as well. As the American Express Next Chapter book asserts, “Reinvention is the key to longevity.” This is probably never more vital than
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