Key Facts
• Over 70% of workers find taking leave for reskilling challenging.
• Reskilling involves acquiring new skills, experienced by 1 in 4 full-time employees.
• A subsidy program began in October, offering partial wage compensation for reskilling leave.
• Less than 30% of full-time employees expressed interest in using the program.
• 53.1% feel their workplace lacks an environment to request reskilling leave.
• 20.8% worry about negative perceptions from colleagues or superiors.
• Over 70% believe reskilling leave is unfeasible in their current workplace.
• Companies are urged to support employee growth and motivation.
Summary
A recent survey highlights that over 70% of workers find it difficult to take leave for reskilling, despite a new subsidy program introduced in October. This program provides partial wage compensation for employees taking time off to acquire new skills, a process known as reskilling, which 1 in 4 full-time employees have experienced. However, less than 30% of respondents expressed interest in utilizing the program, citing workplace concerns. Over half of the participants (53.1%) reported a lack of supportive workplace culture, while 20.8% feared negative perceptions from colleagues or superiors. These factors contribute to the widespread belief that reskilling leave is impractical in current work environments. Experts emphasize the importance of companies fostering a culture that encourages employee development and supports individual growth.
