The global labor market continues to transform under the influence of technology, environmental challenges and global economic changes. The new World Economic Forum Future of Jobs Report 2025 has outlined the trends that will determine the demand for TOP skills of workers by 2030, writes WomanEL.
ContentKey labor market trendsTop skills that will be in demand by 2030New promising skillsWhy do companies invest in training?The role of “soft” and “hard” skills 
TOP skills that will be needed in the labor market by 2030. Source: pinterest.com
Main trends in the labor market
According to the study, 39% of current employee skills will lose relevance by 2030. This is pushing companies to actively implement reskilling and upskilling programs, which will allow employees to adapt to new conditions.
In 2024, 50% of employees have already undergone training within the framework of such programs, which significantly exceeds the indicators of 2023.
Top skills that will be in demand by 2030
Analytical thinking came first, with 7 out of 10 employers calling it critical. Other skills that are becoming key include:
• Resilience, flexibility, and adaptability.
• Leadership and social impact.
• Creative thinking.
• Motivation and self-awareness.
• Technological literacy, which includes skills in working with digital tools.
• Empathy and interpersonal skills needed to work in teams.
The global labor market continues to transform under the influence of technology, environmental challenges and global economic changes. Source: pinterest.com
New Upcoming Skills
Some areas that are gaining popularity but not yet dominant include:
• Cybersecurity and network technologies — to protect digital systems.
• Environmental responsibility — important for the energy and resource management sectors.
• Global civic responsibility — in connection with climate challenges and business interdependence.
Why do companies invest in training?
Employers consider the main goals of such investments to be:
• Increasing productivity.
• Improving competitiveness.
• Retaining valuable talent.
The role of “soft” and “hard” skills
Experts emphasize that technological competencies must be combined with human qualities. Skills related to physical endurance or quality control are losing their importance due to automation and the introduction of artificial intelligence.
The labor market of the future is about constant adaptation to changes, developing flexibility and finding a balance between technical knowledge and social competencies. Workers who respond to these challenges in a timely manner will remain in demand and competitive.
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