The Lifetime Learner

Spotlighting the industries, trends, and skills driving disruption in education, the workforce, and the people in them

Continued Success for a Lifetime

We live in an era of disruption and it's touching all countries, industries, companies, and workers. Exposure to emerging trends and skill shifts have become essential to long-term career success in the future of work. As a leader in innovative educational delivery, Georgia Tech Professional Education (GTPE) serves as a trusted partner for working professionals in tech, business, and leadership.

The Lifetime Learner, GTPE's blog, showcases individuals and industry leaders using lifelong learning to transform their careers and inspire change in their industries. Whether you're a working professional interested in the effects of digital transformation or looking for resources to support your career journey, our blog will provided an unparalleled prospective to education innovation, industry trends, the future of work, and lifelong learning.

Working & Learning

Hacking Online Student Connection

Aug 22, 2025 | Kat Bell
When deciding to go back to school, either online or in person, students often weigh the pros and cons of each. Online education, while flexible and supportive of working professionals’ lives, can be… Read Article >
Industry & Trends

Adventures in AI: A Futurist's Reading Recommendation

Aug 20, 2025 | GTPE Communications
As Generative AI is integrated into daily life at an increased pace, I’m reminded of one of my favorite authors, novelist/futurist Neal Stephenson. Known for his works of speculative fiction, I’m rec… Read Article >
Working & Learning

Preparing for Your Career's Next Chapter

Aug 15, 2025 | GTPE Communications
For those already in the workforce, upskilling or reskilling often yields new career opportunities, whether it’s a promotion or a job in a different field. As a working professional, if you've alread… Read Article >
Industry & Trends

Becoming a Safety Manager: Pursue Your Passion with a Career in Occupational Safety

Jul 23, 2025 | GTPE Communications
Workplace safety should be a national priority. Many federal and state-based rules and regulations promise to safeguard America's valuable and productive workforce, yet without strict oversight and e… Read Article >
Working & Learning

Empowering Professionals in the Age of AI

Jul 11, 2025 | GTPE Communications
Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a concept confined to research labs — it's a tangible force transforming every corner of the global market. What was once a distant vision is now an integral… Read Article >
Industry & Trends

Workplace Health and Safety Tips 

Jun 24, 2025 | GTPE Communications
Creating a safe and healthy work environment is essential for the well-being of employees and the success of any organization. Investing in workplace health and safety not only helps prevent accident… Read Article >