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2 © 2022 Lighthouse Research & Advisory. 3 Key Learning Trends for 2023: What Employers Need to Know In just a few months, the world went from the fastest-moving talent market that we've ever seen to something more uncertain with a number of companies slowing hiring, freezing it entirely, or even laying off some staff. No one can say what is around the next corner, but we know a few things for certain. Have you ever heard this common saying? "The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now." This sentiment doesn't just apply to tree-planting. It also applies to the development of your workforce. The best time to grow their skills is in the past, but if that hasn't been a top priority previously, the second best time is now. Within the scope of this report we will look at data from 1,000 talent and learning leaders just like you to draw insights into what priorities exist for the coming year. In addition, we will leverage the perspective of 1,000 learners as well to determine what they need most. What to Expect: • The shortage of talent that employers have faced over the last 12-18 months isn't fully aba ng yet, which means we need something to a ract and retain the very best talent if we want to remain compe ve in the current environment. • Managers represent the single largest factor in an employee's sa sfac on at work, but they don't always have the support they need to be successful. We'll examine the specific things managers ask for as well as how they say they can be more effec ve. • DEI, mental health, and employee belonging may seem like an outlier in a conversa on about employee development, but as you will see, there are increasingly clear signals that they are deeply linked, and suppor ng one area can lead to changes in another. The research is clear: developing employees is reaching a point where it is more critical than ever before. Employers that want to create an equitable workplace and a capable workforce are going to turn to talent development and growth as a mechanism for driving positive change. Executive Summary