In-demand skills to learn for a better job

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This playlist starts with Khan Academy on investing in yourself, then looks at how AI and automation are changing work. TED-Ed explains how to practise and think critically, and Indeed covers communication, project management and skilled trades. Press Play all on repeat to learn steadily, and slow a lesson to 0.75× to take notes.

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Videos in this playlist

  1. 1Education as an investment | Careers and education | Financial mathematics (TX TEKS) | Khan AcademyEducation as an investment | Careers and education | Financial mathematics (TX TEKS) | Khan AcademyKhan AcademyPlay from here Loop
  2. 2Why invest in yourself? | Careers and education | Financial mathematics (TX TEKS) | Khan AcademyWhy invest in yourself? | Careers and education | Financial mathematics (TX TEKS) | Khan AcademyKhan AcademyPlay from here Loop
  3. 3Is Your Job Future-Proof?Is Your Job Future-Proof?Two CentsPlay from here Loop
  4. 44 Tips to Future-Proof Your Career | The Way We Work, a TED series4 Tips to Future-Proof Your Career | The Way We Work, a TED seriesTEDPlay from here Loop
  5. 5The jobs we'll lose to machines -- and the ones we won't | Anthony GoldbloomThe jobs we'll lose to machines -- and the ones we won't | Anthony GoldbloomTEDPlay from here Loop
  6. 6How will AI change the world?How will AI change the world?TED-EdPlay from here Loop
  7. 7Don't want A.I. to take your job? Learn to use it as a tool. | Paul Daugherty  | Big ThinkDon't want A.I. to take your job? Learn to use it as a tool. | Paul Daugherty | Big ThinkBig ThinkPlay from here Loop
  8. 8The human skills we need in an unpredictable world | Margaret HeffernanThe human skills we need in an unpredictable world | Margaret HeffernanTEDPlay from here Loop
  9. 9The Most Important Skills To Future Proof Your Career In The AI Era | IndeedThe Most Important Skills To Future Proof Your Career In The AI Era | IndeedIndeedPlay from here Loop
  10. 10The Fastest Growing Skills at Top CompaniesThe Fastest Growing Skills at Top CompaniesLinkedIn LearningPlay from here Loop
  11. 11Bill Gates: These Skills Will Be Most In-Demand In The Job Market Of The Future | CNBCBill Gates: These Skills Will Be Most In-Demand In The Job Market Of The Future | CNBCCNBCPlay from here Loop
  12. 12You Can Learn AnythingYou Can Learn AnythingKhan AcademyPlay from here Loop
  13. 13The best way to become good at something might surprise you - David EpsteinThe best way to become good at something might surprise you - David EpsteinTED-EdPlay from here Loop
  14. 14How to practice effectively...for just about anything - Annie Bosler and Don GreeneHow to practice effectively...for just about anything - Annie Bosler and Don GreeneTED-EdPlay from here Loop
  15. 155 tips to improve your critical thinking - Samantha Agoos5 tips to improve your critical thinking - Samantha AgoosTED-EdPlay from here Loop
  16. 16Communication Skills at Work: 4 Key Tips | Indeed Career TipsCommunication Skills at Work: 4 Key Tips | Indeed Career TipsIndeedPlay from here Loop
  17. 17The Art of Active Listening | The Harvard Business Review GuideThe Art of Active Listening | The Harvard Business Review GuideHarvard Business ReviewPlay from here Loop
  18. 18How to Speak So That People Want to Listen | Julian Treasure | TEDHow to Speak So That People Want to Listen | Julian Treasure | TEDTEDPlay from here Loop
  19. 19Soft Skills That Can Transform Your CareerSoft Skills That Can Transform Your CareerCourseraPlay from here Loop
  20. 207 Essential Data Analytics Skills for Beginners7 Essential Data Analytics Skills for BeginnersCourseraPlay from here Loop
  21. 21Project Management Course: Skills To Succeed as a Project Manager | Indeed Career TipsProject Management Course: Skills To Succeed as a Project Manager | Indeed Career TipsIndeedPlay from here Loop
  22. 22Trade Jobs 101: In-Demand Careers that Don't Require a Degree (Plus, How to Find Them) | IndeedTrade Jobs 101: In-Demand Careers that Don't Require a Degree (Plus, How to Find Them) | IndeedIndeedPlay from here Loop
  23. 23What Are The Most Lucrative Trades?What Are The Most Lucrative Trades?Two CentsPlay from here Loop
  24. 24Why More Women Are Turning To Skilled TradesWhy More Women Are Turning To Skilled TradesCNBCPlay from here Loop
  25. 25A Day in the Life of an HVAC Technician | IndeedA Day in the Life of an HVAC Technician | IndeedIndeedPlay from here Loop
  26. 26A Day in the Life of a Welder | IndeedA Day in the Life of a Welder | IndeedIndeedPlay from here Loop
  27. 27A Day in the Life of a Plumber | IndeedA Day in the Life of a Plumber | IndeedIndeedPlay from here Loop
  28. 28Dual Vocational Training - Germany's successful system | Made in GermanyDual Vocational Training - Germany's successful system | Made in GermanyDW NewsPlay from here Loop
  29. 2910 Underrated Job Skills You Probably Already Have10 Underrated Job Skills You Probably Already HaveThe Financial DietPlay from here Loop
  30. 30The BEST Ways to Showcase Skills On Your Resume | Indeed Career TipsThe BEST Ways to Showcase Skills On Your Resume | Indeed Career TipsIndeedPlay from here Loop
  31. 31How "Learn to Code" Backfired on a Whole GenerationHow "Learn to Code" Backfired on a Whole GenerationTwo CentsPlay from here Loop
  32. 32Learning from dirty jobs | Mike RoweLearning from dirty jobs | Mike RoweTEDPlay from here Loop

Which skills are most in demand?

Lists change every year, but a few keep appearing: clear communication, working with data, using digital and AI tools well, managing projects, and skilled trades such as electrical work, plumbing and welding. Check job adverts and labour-market reports for your own country, because demand differs from place to place.

How do I use RepeatWatch to learn a new skill?

Treat Play all on repeat as a course and watch a little each day. A–B loop a hard explanation until it makes sense, slow it to 0.75× when following along, and save the main steps on keys 1–9 so you can practise them later.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a university degree to learn these skills?

Not always. Many skills can be learned through apprenticeships, vocational training, community colleges, free online courses and practice on real projects. Some jobs do require a licence or qualification, so check the rules where you live before you start.

Will learning to code or using AI guarantee a better job?

No skill guarantees a job or a pay rise, and Two Cents looks at how the push to learn coding backfired for some people. Many people find it more reliable to combine a practical skill with good communication and real examples of their work.

Is this career or financial advice?

No. These videos are educational and come from the channels that published them. They are not financial, tax or legal advice. Before paying for a course, compare free options and consider talking to a qualified adviser or a public career service near you.