Employers urged to invest in upskilling to retain talent

An online job portal has urged Filipino employers to invest in upskilling their workforce as part of their efforts to retain talent.

- By CATHERINE TALAVERA

Jobstreet by SEEK Philippines head of marketing Joey Yusingco said "the Filipino workforce's dedication to learning is a tremendous asset that drives innovation and long-term success."

"Moreover, the commitment to growth and adaptability is essential for retaining talent and equipping individuals to adjust and thrive in an ever-changing work environment," he said.

Findings of Jobstreet by SEEK's "Decoding Global Talent Report: GenAI Edition" showed that 40 percent of Filipino employees are willing to dedicate time to learning new skills at least once a week.

"This highlights a strong learning culture among Filipino talent, which employers can leverage by offering personalized skill-building opportunities," the online job portal said.

It added that key areas of interest for employees include developing analytical and job-specific skills as well as enhancing creativity and project management abilities.