# Preparing the Future Workforce

By Geoffrey Roche · Published 2023-11-13 · Updated 2026-06-08 · Healthcare on MarketScale
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Creator hub: Holistic Leadership

> Organizations must reskill millions of workers before 2030 to survive AI-driven disruption and stay competitive

## Key points

- Reskilling is essential to survive AI-driven disruptions.
- The evolving role of Chief Learning Officers impacts organizational strategy.
- Learning & Development must align with business goals to demonstrate value.

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Preparing the future workforce is imperative to handle the technological innovations reshaping the work landscape. The urgency of sculpting a resilient and [adaptive workforce](https://marketscale.com/industries/education-technology/expanding-workforce-development-will-assist-those-facing-challenges/) comes as industry stands on the brink of a transformative epoch, where artificial intelligence and automation reshape work's landscape. A **McKinsey** forecast projects a seismic shift for up to [375 million workers globally](https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/future-of-work/retraining-and-reskilling-workers-in-the-age-of-automation) to acquire new skills or transition to different roles by 2030. In this transformative horizon, the critical question arises: How do organizations equip talent with the tools for survival and flourishing in the face of change?

> A McKinsey forecast projects a seismic shift for up to 375 million workers globally to acquire new skills or transition to different roles by 2030.

These pressing questions set the stage for the latest [Holistic Leadership](https://marketscale.com/shows/holistic-leadership-the-future-of-work-education-in-healthcare/) episode hosted by [Geoffrey M. Roche](https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffreymroche/) and [Travis Hearne](https://www.drthearne.com/). The episode features a conversation with [**Dr. Keith Keating**](https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-keith-keating-1976963a/), a luminary in the field of talent development and author of ["The Trusted Learning Advisor."](https://www.amazon.com/Trusted-Learning-Advisor-Techniques-Business/dp/1398612456) Dr. Keating delves into his groundbreaking work and discusses the transformative role of L&D (learning and development) in preparing the future workforce.

Roche, Hearne, and Keating's conversation includes:

- The evolving role of Chief Learning Officers (CLOs) and their impact on organizational strategy
- The necessity for L&D professionals to align with business goals and speak the language of their stakeholders
- The debate over the optimal reporting structure for CLOs and the quest for demonstrating value beyond traditional ROI metrics

### About the Guest

**Dr. Keith Keating** is the Chief Learning & Talent Officer and SVP at [Archwell](https://www.onearchwell.com/), where he collaborates with Fortune 500 companies globally. With a career spanning over a decade, Dr. Keating advocates lifelong learning and emphasizes human talent as the cornerstone of organizational success. His book "The Trusted Learning Advisor" has been heralded as a transformative guide for L&D professionals, providing insights into fostering trust and building impactful relationships within the business context. Dr. Keating's approach to talent development is not just about shaping a curriculum but unlocking human potential, a philosophy that resonates deeply with both the hosts and the ethos of "Holistic Leadership."

Tags: Archwell, Dr. Keith Keating, Geoffrey M. Roche, Holistic Leadership podcast, learning and development, The Trusted Learning Advisor, Travis Hearne, workforce development

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