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Leaders should learn how to manage workloads while maintaining engagement", shared one participant from the Energy Sector. "With hybrid models embedded, large organisations need tools to determine engagement and handle workloads", commented an HR leader in a Financial Services company. of participants cited Skill Retention as either Vital (53.8%) or Really Essential (23.1%).

Southeast Asian respondents highlight and limited career development, especially in smaller sized organisations. Mid-sized organisations face a dual obstacle: managing while keeping trust and group cohesion in hybrid environments.

Particularly for employee wellness, some strategies organisations are preparing for 2025 include expanding mental health support (61% of respondents), creating opportunities for social connection (58%), and tension management/resilience structure programs (50%). A good 65% of participants stated that their Talent Management budget would remain unchanged in 2025. Locations of invest concern will be in skill development and management programs, besides more basic abilities upskilling.

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These styles resonate across markets, labor force sizes, and regions. The most critical leadership skills/themes to augment in 2025 would be: Coaching and mentoring, together with EQ/Self-awareness, were mentioned by 38% of respondents. Even more down the priority list, was 4% mentioning ethical management as a focus location for development amongst senior talent.