You can, in fact, teach an old dog new tricks
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South Africa’s job market can be challenging, particularly for mid- and late-career professionals facing retrenchment, limited opportunities or the growing impact of automation and artificial intelligence.
On Wealth Wednesday, Pulane Nel-Sekepe speaks to Dr Alucia Mabunda of Rosebank International about neuroplasticity – the brain’s ability to adapt, form new connections and continue learning throughout life.
While starting over professionally can feel overwhelming, especially when financial responsibilities and uncertainty come into play, understanding neuroplasticity offers an encouraging perspective: learning new skills and exploring a different career path remain possible, even later in life.
Dr Mabunda explains how embracing new challenges, practising unfamiliar skills and celebrating small achievements can help rebuild confidence and motivation. Rather than abandoning years of experience, professionals can build on their existing knowledge while developing new skills and exploring opportunities in areas such as digital marketing, project management, consulting or entrepreneurship.
Further study can also provide a structured way to explore new interests, gain qualifications and prepare for a career transition.
The message is clear: a career crossroads does not have to signal the end of professional growth. With the right support, a willingness to learn and a fresh perspective, it can become an opportunity to rediscover purpose and create new possibilities.
On Wealth Wednesday, Pulane Nel-Sekepe speaks to Dr Alucia Mabunda of Rosebank International about neuroplasticity – the brain’s ability to adapt, form new connections and continue learning throughout life.
While starting over professionally can feel overwhelming, especially when financial responsibilities and uncertainty come into play, understanding neuroplasticity offers an encouraging perspective: learning new skills and exploring a different career path remain possible, even later in life.
Dr Mabunda explains how embracing new challenges, practising unfamiliar skills and celebrating small achievements can help rebuild confidence and motivation. Rather than abandoning years of experience, professionals can build on their existing knowledge while developing new skills and exploring opportunities in areas such as digital marketing, project management, consulting or entrepreneurship.
Further study can also provide a structured way to explore new interests, gain qualifications and prepare for a career transition.
The message is clear: a career crossroads does not have to signal the end of professional growth. With the right support, a willingness to learn and a fresh perspective, it can become an opportunity to rediscover purpose and create new possibilities.
