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Leaders should find out how to manage work while preserving engagement", shared one respondent from the Energy Sector. "With hybrid designs embedded, big organisations need tools to determine engagement and manage workloads", commented an HR leader in a Financial Providers company. of participants cited Skill Retention as either Important (53.8%) or Very Important (23.1%).

Southeast Asian participants highlight and restricted profession progression, especially in smaller organisations. Mid-sized organisations face a double difficulty: handling while keeping trust and group cohesion in hybrid environments.

Specifically for worker wellness, some methods organisations are preparing for 2025 include broadening mental health support (61% of respondents), developing chances for social connection (58%), and tension management/resilience building programs (50%). A great 65% of respondents stated that their Talent Management spending plan would stay the same in 2025. Locations of spend priority will be in skill advancement and management programs, besides more general skills upskilling.

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These styles resonate across markets, workforce sizes, and areas. The most important management skills/themes to enhance in 2025 would be: Training and mentoring, together with EQ/Self-awareness, were cited by 38% of participants. Further down the priority list, was 4% mentioning ethical leadership as a focus area for development among senior skill.