a new mission for employers.
Our Workmonitor 2025 report shows that a new workplace baseline is emerging - where success is defined not just by what we do, but by why we do it, how we do it and who we do it with. This delivers a clear new mission for employers.
explore 2025 themes.
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motivated by personalisation — why we do it.
Work today is about more than just a paycheck. People are looking for workplaces that align with their personal values, aspirations and circumstances.
34% have quit a job because they disagreed with the views of leadership and 44% left due to a lack of personal development or progression opportunities.
And for the first time in Workmonitor’s 22-year history, work-life balance surpasses pay as the leading motivator globally. However, in Hong Kong, salary is still considered the most important factor when talent think about their current and future employment.
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fostering a sense of community — who we do it with.
Finding a sense of belonging at work is not only desirable for talent. More than 8 in 10 say it also improves their performance and workplace wellbeing. Many are now seeking a sense of purpose and connection in their professional lives.
However, 72% report hiding aspects of themselves at work, and 47% have quit a job due to a toxic working culture.
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gaining opportunities through skilling — how we are doing it.
Technological advancements — particularly in AI — are reshaping the future of work at pace. Talent are conscious of this with 43% saying they would not accept a job that did not offer chances to develop future-ready skills.
While 37% believe employers have increased support for skilling in the past 6 months, 50% said that there are no new training programmes in the past 12 months. Workers are increasingly taking ownership for both technical skills and soft skills.
Gaps persist between desire for training and those receiving it. Younger talent and managers are reaping the greatest benefits, but given systemic talent scarcity, organisations must ensure age-inclusive skills opportunities for all.
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a new workplace baseline.
Our Workmonitor 2025 report shows that a new workplace baseline is emerging — where success is defined not just by what we do, but by why we do it, how we do it and who we do it with. Talent expectations are continuing to evolve, shaped by economic uncertainty, technological advancements and shifting social landscapes.
There’s a clear mission here for employers. By acknowledging the new baseline — the why, who and how — and closing the gaps in expectations between talent and employers, organisations can gain trust and drive meaningful, talent-centric progress.
