Do we all need to learn the art of the hustle to ensure we have a sustainable career? Career assetsWe need to start thinking differently about our careers, says innovator and educator Conor Lynch. “For generations, the dominant career model for many has been simple: work more hours and earn more money. To protect your income and lengthen your career, Lynch says you need to start owning more by generating career assets: your brand, skills, relationship, networks, social media. By creating career assets you can have a career that compounds rather than dies out.”Margaret E Ward is chief executive of Clear Eye, a leadership consultancy.

Source: The Irish Times February 19, 2026 11:30 UTC