The Quest for Significance

A Thought on Parashas Nitzavim and Preparing for Rosh Hashanah

Having recently traveled, I found myself with some extra time to read. A standout was the latest issue of the Harvard Business Review, titled "Reskilling in the Age of AI." The article posits that the longevity of skills is diminishing, averaging less than five years. Even more striking, some tech fields have a skill half-life of just two and a half years. Simply upskilling will not suffice for many. This prompts an essential question: how do we maintain relevance in the AI era? The article goes on to suggest various strategies for companies to assist their employees in reskilling and staying pertinent.

As Rosh Hashanah approaches, there's an undeniable air of reflection and anticipation. The Nesivos Shalom vividly describes this period as our spiritual performance evaluation, setting the tone for the coming year. Our Parashah provides insights into mastering this spiritual evaluation.

Rabbi Sacks offers a profound perspective:¹

Something remarkable happens in this week’s parsha, almost…