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Pages 63-65

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... In addition, appendix D presents a categorized list of ideas, questions, and suggestions noted by workshop participants during the lightning rounds. Individuals • Identifying the value proposition of adaptability for individuals could clarify priority actions.
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... • Sharing examples of companies' best practices and successful activities in training their employees to meet workplace changes will accelerate the changes that are needed. Researchers and Data Analysts • Improved, more accessible, and less expensive analytics of adaptability could drive training efforts, data gathering, and a broader adaptability agenda.
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... • A resilient training system could be designed with layers of sup port and supporters so that no single institution or person acts as a gatekeeper. Nick Donofrio offered some parting words for the workshop participants: "I'm an engineer.
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