Many employees in Singapore are motivated by factors such as the rise of artificial intelligence and are willing to learn new things for their career.
More than two-thirds of Singapore’s workforce aims to upskill in 2024 to adapt to changing job market demands.
The findings were released today from an Indeed survey that interviewed 1,211 employees based in Singapore, and found that 68% of respondents are willing to learn new skills for their career. , found that 38% of respondents agree that the adoption of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence is increasing. (AI) had major concerns about how AI could hinder employment opportunities.
Indeed’s full report also reveals the job characteristics that Singaporean employees value most, with flexibility ranking as a top workplace priority for 20% of employees this year. Other aspirations include salary increases (16%), promotions and career advancement (14%), and learning and development (13%).
Although the majority of employees surveyed (53%) are satisfied with their current role and employer, a further 31% of respondents will look for a new job this year to achieve new goals. I answered.
Factors that influenced respondents’ willingness to stay included hybrid working arrangements; Hybrid work arrangements outperform remote work and office work by more than 100%, and 62% of employees who worked in a hybrid work model are unlikely to leave their current role in 2024. I answered. This compared to 51% who worked remotely and 45% who worked in an office. office. Among employees looking to change jobs in 2024, more than two in five (42%) will join a larger organization for better resources, pay and career prospects. It was positive.
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Other aspects uncovered by Indeed in its new report include key workforce trends expected in 2024, including moonlit (18%), furious, and quiet These include quitting (14%). Factors behind this trend include inadequate wages, negative work culture, and lack of career advancement and flexibility.