JFI Research.

My name is Józefa Fawcett and I am a woman on a mission to create professionals fit for the future ~ not followers of the past.

I work as global corporate trainer, a pracademic in education, and often conduct personal independent research. I also provide support for NGOs in Norway and Latvia involved in European Commission Erasmus+ projects.

My EU project experience has been as a UK project partner and associate in several EC-funded programmes:

  • Leonardo da Vinci supporting vocational education and training (up to 2010)
  • Grundtvig aimed at helping adults improve their employability prospects (up to 2013)
  • Erasmus promoting closer cooperation between universities and higher education for cross-border student exchange (up to 2014)
  • Erasmus+ fostering transnational cooperation for innovation and exchange of good practices and mobility in education, training, youth and sport in Europe and beyond into ‘non-associated third / partner countries’ (2014 – current)

European Commission projects offer exceptional research opportunities and international collaboration across many different project partner countries.

JFI Research is part of the JFI Family : 

JFI Store online training courses and learning games

JFI Academy adaptive learning and reskilling space

JFI Radio ‘LIVE’ & bespoke event podcasting

Are we becoming too reliant on machines to think for us?

Based on my analysis of current workplace trends and discussions, it seems we’re increasingly encountering AI in various aspects of life. If this is the case, here are 5 key actions I believe we should take if we humans wish to thrive in the workplace of the future.
 

Critical Evaluation: In this increasingly automated world, we need to develop the skills to assess information for its trustworthiness.
Synergy: Resist the urge to let AI replace human thinking, instead, embrace the synergy between human and machine learning.
Empathic Learning: Empathy and ethical considerations must be at the forefront of our working practices when it comes to AI.
Adaptability: Fostering a culture of adaptability is key to embracing the future and leveraging AI for positive change.
Moral Compass: Using the principles from the concept of Bildung supports the development of human intelligence from early years to adulthood.

My 3 research questions

My work is underpinned by a cohesive research framework that naturally aligns and informs my professional practice. This approach ensures that my clients benefit from insights grounded in rigorous inquiry whilst receiving practical, tailored solutions. My current research for 2025-2030 explores three interconnected questions:
 
  1. Which skills will educators need to effectively integrate AI and Open Educational principles into future curriculum?
  2. What lessons are leaders and managers learning about how to inform future capability needs?
  3. How can humans develop adaptive expertise to balance digital literacy with the drive for excellence in the workplace?

    This framework informs my international work on developing a Blueprint for Glocalised Scalability of AI in Higher Education, creating my CPD-Accredited ‘Leaders Who Listen’ online training course, and as a Recognised Excellence Expert™ conducting assessments for clients against excellence standards. 

    Together this can create a synergy of action that is primed to deliver exceptional value to organisations who want to navigate complex change.

    Future-proof your capabilities

    Take charge of your own development using my bite-sized online and CPD accredited learning courses and unique CPD Podcasts.

    These will equip you with the skills needed to thrive in the age of AI. Critical thinking, adaptability, and ethical innovation skills are future capabilities that allow you to develop and implement new ideas in a way that considers the potential impact on society, and the environment. By developing in this way you become a more responsible and impactful professional fit for the future – not a follower of the past. 

    Through my blend of online learning content, in-person consulting, facilitation, training, podcasting and excellence assessment, I help organisations and professionals develop that crucial synergy between human and machine intelligence. 

    My commercial offerings provide practical pathways to implement these principles.

    Develop future-ready capability and equip your teams with essential skills through personalised learning pathways and curated open educational resources that respond to emerging workplace demands.
    Foster adaptive stewardship through empathic leadership and hybrid management: using micro-learning credentialing and game-based learning to develop future-ready teams.
    Cultivate quality and excellence and organisational transformation through self-assessment frameworks and strategic benchmarking that embeds continuous improvement.

    Visit JFI Academy or JFI Store to learn more.

    Unlock Your R.E.A.L. Potential

    Expanding on the key themes of my ongoing research I’ve authored the first of two digital learning books that delve deeper into specific aspects of human potential in the age of AI.

    R.E.A.L. Empathic Learning™ – rel.training: This book equips professionals with the skills to build strong, empathic relationships in today’s hybrid work environments.

    R.E.A.L. Adaptive Humans™ (due 2026) – rah.training: In a world of constant change, this book explores practical strategies for developing the flexibility and agility needed to thrive in the uncertain business landscape.

    Both books utilise page-flip technology, allowing the content to be easily updated and continually evolve based on reader feedback. 

    Published 24.07.21  rel.training

    Due in 2026 rah.training

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    Join the conversation

    I also share my cross-cultural and multi-generational discussions and stories on the following platforms

    ResearchGate – Connect with me on this professional network for researchers to explore my publications and engage in discussions about human potential in the age of AI.

    Medium – Follow my Medium publication for thought-provoking articles and insights on building future-ready skills and navigating the changing world of work.

    JFI Radio – Tune in to JFI Radio for engaging interviews and discussions on leadership, innovation, and fostering a thriving future for all.

    I’m a lifelong learner because…

    things around me keep changing and so must I. Come with me on my learning journey.