Today’s Workers Prioritize Future Proofing Their Skill Sets

workers ready to grow

This growing trend is not isolated to just one industry or age group. Instead, our research shows that workers from every industry and across multiple generations want more learning and development opportunities in the workplace. The increasing role tech and AI technology play in the workplace is not lost on today’s workers. The good news is that workers are not only ready to embrace these new advancements, but they want the opportunity to acquire the necessary skills to manage them.

the impact of AI

Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the way of work at organizations across the globe.

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meeting workers’ expectations

Findings from our previous Workmonitor make it clear that today’s workers believe it’s the employer’s responsibility to provide the right upskilling and reskilling opportunities to help them future-proof their skill sets. In many industries, employers are still failing to provide adequate training and development programs for their workers – specifically regarding digital, tech and AI skill sets. Failing to take action can limit your organization’s recruitment efforts and cause a spike in employee turnover rates, as your workers leave to find these opportunities elsewhere.

To remain competitive in today’s tight labor market and retain key employees, it’s imperative that organizations meet workers’ expectations by helping them prepare for the work of the future.

learning and development valued by employees and employers

Employers and employees agree – learning and development is more important today. This is one particular area where both groups can work together to meet mutual goals of improving performance and preparing for the future of work.

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future proofing skill sets is key to higher pay

While employee expectations continue to shift, our research shows that salaries remain the number one motivator when selecting roles. What’s more, the desire for salary growth is not limited to just one age group. Read more in our blog to understand how building skill sets benefits both employers and employees. Done right, it can be a win-win.

win the future

developing skill sets

Today’s employees realize they must develop skills to ensure they have careers with continuing wage growth.

You can also download our infographic to gain deeper insight on future proofing skill sets.

today’s workers prioritize future proofing their skill sets.

career earning potential