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Technology is rapidly transforming the workplace with automation and artificial intelligence at the forefront of business and workforce strategies. These technologies automate repetitive and time-consuming tasks, freeing up workers to focus on more creative and thoughtful work. At the same time, employees are voicing their concerns that technology will replace them in their jobs. However, technology will shake up job stability only if we allow it to happen.

As technology continues to create new jobs and encourage greater work flexibility, employers who support their employees in their learning journey could turn their fear of AI into growth opportunities.

Companies ranked both soft and hard skills, including analytical thinking, creative thinking, AI, and big data, as well as leadership and social influence, as key focuses for upskilling and reskilling by 2027.

Despite clear intentions and goals, achieving these outcomes is difficult, with gender disparities and ageism posing challenging obstacles to equitable development in the workforce.

Reported in the 2023 Workmonitor study, 42% of respondents said that they would not work for an organisation that is not making proactive efforts to be more sustainable.

For the modern worker, choosing to join a climate-centric company offers them a fulfilling professional journey that allows them to align their personal values with their career aspirations.

Building a climate-conscious culture is not only the right thing to do, it also cultivates a strong sense of camaraderie and engagement within the workforce as everyone works towards achieving shared environmental goals that translate to positive business outcomes.

According to Google Trends, the search term ‘diversity and inclusion’ has experienced a three-fold increase between 2010 and 2022, indicating a growing interest in this subject matter.

It is important to recognise that mere diversity does not guarantee inclusivity, where everyone feels welcomed and accepted. In the pursuit of an inclusive workplace, issues such as pay gaps and discrimination often persist.

To foster an inclusive workplace where people see beyond what’s in front of them, companies must create an environment where every individual can bring their authentic selves to work, and where differences are embraced, valued and supported by the organisation.

Employees want to feel like they belong to a team, with as many as 54% of respondents in the 2023 Workmonitor research indicating they would quit if they did not feel like they belonged at their company.

To create a robust and positive workplace culture, companies should create opportunities for open dialogues and communications to take place. Investing in upskilling, creating affinity groups, leadership role modelling, and rewarding employees for living the organisation’s values will foster a stronger sense of belonging among the workforce.