Episode 23: What Are Mad Skills?

December 11, 2024

As I embark on the next chapter of my life and prepare for exciting new projects, I want to take a moment to highlight the significance of "Mad Skills." Over the past two decades, I have had the honour of coaching and mentoring nearly 1,000 students at Haskayne through 301 case-solving teams, in addition to reaching countless others in my roles as a teacher, judge, and seminar host. Much of my time has been devoted to empowering these students to uncover and harness their unique "Mad Skills," which can truly set them apart in their careers.

In this next chapter, I look forward to continuing this work in new ways and expanding my reach as I partner with Samie Ly, MBA, Ph.D, Innovatank, and others to create a central hub that helps aspiring young professionals discover their own "Mad Skills."

What is Next?

"Mad Skills" represent the highly sought-after abilities that today’s employers desire. The initiative “Discover Your Mad Skills” is leading a revolution in management education by emphasising the development of critical thinking and essential skills. Committed to guiding talented young adults to become successful business professionals, it offers engaging skill-building videos and valuable conversations with employers and industry leaders. By partnering with a global network of business leaders and educators, this initiative integrates vital components into management education, underscoring the importance of critical thinking, leadership, and effective communication in the modern workplace.

What Skills are Included in Mad Skills?

Here is a list of essential skills that employers actively seek in their hiring processes. Commonly known as soft skills, these abilities empower aspiring young professionals to become influential leaders, inspiring mentors, and captivating storytellers, and to establish a strong personal brand.

A List of Mad Skills