SMEs must place much importance on the learning and development of their employees


Your employees are your biggest asset, so make sure to continually upskill them.

“SKILLS are a foundation of decent work”, states an International Labour Organisation report on how equipping the workforce with the right skills is a priority for G20 countries. The same priority applies for small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs).

Fact 1: A massive 96% of employers in Asia believe skill shortages have the potential to impact the effective operation of their business or department this year.

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