In a world of rapid disruption, automation, and shifting job markets, staying relevant is no longer optional—it’s essential. According to Jun Roy, Certified Management Consultant and CEO of the Regenerative Transformation Institute, future-proofing your career starts with one critical move: step out of your comfort zone.
In an interview with Financial Adviser, Roy shared, “Future-proofing one’s career is about staying relevant and value-adding. Today’s professionals need to go out of their comfort zone, learn new things, and embrace emerging change.”
Roy is no stranger to reinvention. He’s made multiple career shifts—from HR to Sales, Corporate Performance Management, and global consulting—before founding his own firm. What helped him stay competitive? A mindset of continuous learning and adaptation.
“To stay relevant, professionals need to actively track trends and developments affecting their field,” he said. One example he shared was diving deep into ISO IWA 48:2024, a new global framework for ESG implementation. “When the new standard came out, I made sure to study it thoroughly. You can’t wait to be told—if you want to lead, you have to get ahead,” he explained.
Roy emphasizes that digital fluency and sustainability awareness are two areas professionals should prioritize. “As countries, communities, and companies are rapidly focusing on social value creation, professionals should devote more time to actively learning and advocating sustainability,” he said.
His advice isn’t just about skillsets—it’s also about networks. “Becoming an active member of relevant professional organizations or online communities can also help widen your horizon,” Roy added.
From learning AI tools to exploring issues like menstrual justice, which he encountered through a mentee from Uganda, Roy proves that future-readiness requires both technical knowledge and social awareness.
“Relevance doesn’t come from staying in your lane—it comes from expanding it,” Roy said.
His message is clear: if you want to stay ahead in your career, don’t just master the present. Anticipate the future. Adapt to it. And never stop learning.
