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Take a deep dive into the latest tech industry trends with CompTIA's research team. In each episode, Seth Robinson, vice president of industry research, breaks down the latest data and market intelligence to identify a key trend in the industry and explains how it's impacting businesses that sell technology solutions, their customers, and the IT workforce. Stay on the leading edge of the business of technology with CompTIA's original research and market leading analysis. Explore CompTIA research and resources now at the CompTIA Resources Center: http://s.comptia.org/resources

  1. 5d ago

    AI Skills | Trend Watch with Seth Robinson

    AI is everywhere, but are people really building the skills to use it effectively? In this episode of TrendWatch, Seth Robinson explores the findings from CompTIA's latest AI Skills report, revealing how individuals are learning, adopting, and applying artificial intelligence in their daily lives and at work. While AI adoption continues to grow, the research shows that many users are still only scratching the surface, relying on basic tools without developing the deeper skills needed to unlock AI's full potential. Discover why curiosity plays a critical role in AI skill development, how familiarity influences confidence, why workplace adoption still lags behind personal use, and what these trends mean for professionals and business leaders preparing for the future of work. Whether you're just getting started with AI or looking to better understand where the workforce is headed, this episode provides practical insights backed by CompTIA research. Read the full AI Skills report at https://www.comptia.org/ If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with your network. #AISkills #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #FutureOfWork #TechSkills #WorkforceDevelopment #DigitalSkills #CareerGrowth #Technology #Innovation #CompTIA #TrendWatch

  2. Jul 16

    Tech Support 2.0

    Everyone says AI is replacing tech support jobs. The data tells a different story. In this episode of TrendWatch, Seth Robinson explores the future of one of the most important entry points into a technology career: tech support. While automation, AI, and changing workplace demands are transforming the role, employer demand remains strong and opportunities continue to grow. In fact, tech support job postings have rebounded significantly, proving that organizations still need skilled professionals who can solve problems, support users, and help drive technology adoption. Discover why tech support is evolving beyond traditional help desk responsibilities, how AI is changing the day-to-day work, and why foundational skills in hardware, operating systems, cybersecurity, data, and troubleshooting remain as valuable as ever. Seth also explains how today's tech support professionals are increasingly becoming trainers, AI guides, and future specialists in cybersecurity, software development, and data analytics. Whether you're considering your first technology role, looking to advance your IT career, or trying to understand how AI is reshaping the workforce, this episode provides data-driven insights into where tech support is headed next and why it remains one of the strongest pathways into a successful tech career. Watch now and discover why Tech Support 2.0 may be more important than ever. #TrendWatch #TechSupport #TechSupport20 #ITSupport #TechCareers #CareerInTech #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #Cybersecurity #DataAnalytics #HelpDesk #InformationTechnology #DigitalTransformation #FutureOfWork #TechJobs #CompTIA #TechnologyTrends #CareerGrowth #TechTraining #ITCareers

  3. Jul 2

    Opportunity Rising

    Are tech jobs making a comeback? After a year of relatively flat hiring, tech job postings have seen a significant increase throughout the first half of the year. In this episode of Trend Watch, Seth Robinson explores what's driving the surge and what it means for employers, IT professionals, career changers, and anyone watching the technology workforce. Seth breaks down the two major forces behind the rise in tech hiring: renewed investment in digital transformation and the growing maturity of enterprise AI strategies. As organizations move beyond uncertainty and begin integrating AI into broader business operations, demand is increasing across a wide range of technology roles, including cybersecurity, software development, infrastructure, data, and tech support. Topics covered in this episode: • Why tech job postings are rising in 2026 • The return of digital transformation initiatives • How AI strategies are evolving inside organizations • What companies are looking for in today's workforce • The impact on hiring, skills development, and career opportunities • What to watch for in the second half of the year For more workforce research, industry insights, and the latest Tech Jobs Report, visit CompTIA.org.

  4. Jun 18

    Workforce Reality

    AI may be dominating headlines and boardroom conversations, but is it causing organizations to overlook other critical workforce challenges? In this episode of TrendWatch, Seth Robinson explores new findings from CompTIA's Workforce and Learning Trends research, revealing how employers are balancing the demand for AI skills with broader technology skill gaps, employee development, and workforce planning. Discover why AI is not the only priority organizations should be focusing on, how technology leaders are approaching workforce development, and why industry credentials continue to play an important role in hiring, training, and validating skills. Topics covered: AI skills versus foundational technology skills Workforce development and talent gaps Learning and development trends Skills based hiring The growing importance of credentials and certifications Measuring training outcomes and ROI Building a future ready workforce Read the full research report and explore more industry insights at CompTIA.org. Subscribe for more technology trends, workforce research, and industry analysis from CompTIA.

  5. Jun 4

    Workforce Priorities

    The pressure to build a skilled workforce has never been higher — but are organizations actually following through? In this episode of CompTIA TrendWatch, Senior Director of Research Seth Robinson walks through highlights from CompTIA's newly released Workforce and Learning Trends report. This year's research expanded its scope to include IT leaders alongside HR and learning and development professionals, revealing a more complete — and more complicated — picture of how organizations are approaching skill development in 2025. With 83% of surveyed professionals ranking skill building as a high priority, the intent is clearly there. But intent and execution are two different things. Seth digs into where organizations are putting their money, where communication is breaking down, and why the gap between HR and IT may be one of the biggest obstacles standing between a company and a truly future-proof workforce. Organizations are concentrating training investments in three areas above all others — AI, cybersecurity, and data. But the report also highlights growing investment in digital fluency across the entire workforce, not just the IT department. As AI literacy becomes a baseline expectation at every level, organizations are being forced to rethink how they assess and develop skills across the board. One of the more revealing findings is the disconnect between how HR and IT perceive the risks and rewards of training. HR worries about retention. IT worries about ROI. Understanding that divide is the first step toward closing it.  The Workforce and Learning Trends 2026 report is available now: https://www.comptia.org/en/resources/research/workforce-and-learning-trends-2026/

  6. May 21

    Global Talent Trends

    Technology hiring is evolving around the world, but some trends remain surprisingly consistent. In this episode of CompTIA TrendWatch, Seth Robinson explores new workforce data from the EMEA and APAC regions, uncovering how tech hiring patterns compare to the United States. From software and cybersecurity roles to the growing importance of skills-based hiring, this conversation examines how organizations worldwide are building the future tech workforce. Topics include: Global distribution of tech job roles How industries outside of tech are hiring technology talent The rise of skills-focused hiring practices Why international markets are investing heavily in early-career talent Differences between U.S., EMEA, and APAC hiring trends What these shifts mean for employers and aspiring tech professionals As digital transformation accelerates worldwide, understanding where the workforce is heading has never been more important. Explore CompTIA Research: https://www.comptia.org/resources/research #CompTIA #TrendWatch #TechJobs #Cybersecurity #ITCareers #DigitalTransformation #TechWorkforce #AI #Technology #SkillsBasedHiring

  7. May 7

    Job Myths

    Every time there's a tech layoff, the headlines spiral. But are technology jobs actually in trouble? CompTIA's Seth Robinson breaks down the recurring narratives around tech employment — from big company layoffs to AI fears — and separates the myth from the data. CompTIA's monthly Tech Jobs Report tells a different story than the headlines. Tech job postings have increased every month so far in 2026, AI hasn't meaningfully impacted those numbers yet, and a single company's headcount swing isn't the same as an occupation in decline. Seth also tackles the accessibility myth — yes, tech careers are reachable without a four-year degree, but the 126% wage premium over the US median reflects real complexity that requires real training. What you'll learn: • Why a tech company layoff isn't the same as a tech occupation crisis • How big tech headcount growth gets lost in layoff headlines • What AI is actually doing (and not doing) to tech job numbers • The truth about how accessible — and how demanding — tech careers really are Learn more and explore the full report

  8. Apr 24

    AI Reality

    Artificial intelligence is everywhere, but how much of the workforce is actually using it in meaningful ways? In this episode of TrendWatch, Seth Robinson breaks down key findings from CompTIA's latest research on AI awareness, familiarity, and real-world usage. While headlines suggest rapid adoption, the reality across industries tells a more nuanced story. This episode explores three critical insights shaping the future of AI in the workforce: • Why AI familiarity is still concentrated around a handful of widely known tools • The growing gap between individual experimentation and true enterprise integration • How skill-building is evolving from casual learning to structured, role-specific training As organizations move from curiosity to capability, the challenge isn't just adopting AI, it's integrating it into workflows, aligning teams, and building scalable skills across the workforce. If you're thinking about where AI fits into your organization, your team, or your own career path, this is a conversation you need to hear. For more insights and research from CompTIA, visit https://www.comptia.org Subscribe for more TrendWatch episodes covering the trends shaping the future of technology and the workforce. #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #FutureOfWork #CompTIA #TechTrends #WorkforceDevelopment

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Take a deep dive into the latest tech industry trends with CompTIA's research team. In each episode, Seth Robinson, vice president of industry research, breaks down the latest data and market intelligence to identify a key trend in the industry and explains how it's impacting businesses that sell technology solutions, their customers, and the IT workforce. Stay on the leading edge of the business of technology with CompTIA's original research and market leading analysis. Explore CompTIA research and resources now at the CompTIA Resources Center: http://s.comptia.org/resources

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  • Creator
    Seth Robinson
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Clean
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