The rate of change in business is faster than ever. New technologies are taking over, new products are coming out, and new ways of working are required. If you stand still, you'll be obsolete. Your clients will go elsewhere, your team will do their own thing, and your skills won't be needed for where the world is headed. But you can roll with the times by knowing what's ahead.

Based on the advancements of the last year, and the predictions of those ahead, here are the top 7 skills to learn right now to capitalize in any industry and not get left behind.

The key skills business owners need to hone in 2024

• Async working
• Prompting AI Engineers
• Cybersecurity
• Personal brand building
• Online writing
• Adaptability
• Focus

Hone these skills to thrive in 2024

Reaching a new level of success in 2024 requires upping your game in multiple ways. Async working, prompting, cybersecurity and personal brand building. Online writing, adaptability and focus. Anyone whose personal skill set involves these seven elements is well-equipped to grow their business. Unlock a new level by making that you.

Find the full story by Jodie Cook and more on Forbes.com.