Litmos, a global leader in corporate learning solutions, has released its ‘Shaping the Future of Learning & Development’ report, offering deep insights into the evolving expectations around workforce training. With over 4,000 companies and 30 million learners served, Litmos is at the forefront of a significant shift: training is no longer optional—it’s strategic.
As companies strive to close skills gaps and employees demand meaningful career development, the findings underscore how AI, personalization, and learner autonomy are defining the future of workplace learning.
Insights from the Litmos 2025 Learning & Development Report
1. Employees Want Career Growth—Not Just Paychecks
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32.6% of employees prioritize career advancement as their main motivation for participating in training.
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Only 15.2% cited monetary incentives as their primary reason, signaling a shift in values toward long-term professional growth.
2. AI Is Reshaping the Learning Experience
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58.4% of employees are open to using AI for customized training and development.
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44% trust AI to assess their skills and suggest improvement areas.
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Among those aged 25–64, 57.2% believe AI-enhanced tools would improve training interactions.
3. Personalized Training Increases Engagement and Retention
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While 73% of employees participate in company-sponsored training annually, 45% report little to no control over the content or programs.
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32.5% express only moderate or low satisfaction with how relevant the training is to their future career goals.
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34% say they lack sufficient guidance on career growth opportunities—highlighting a gap between training availability and strategic alignment.
4. Skills Training Is a Strategic Alternative to Hiring
Instead of filling gaps solely through external hiring, Litmos advocates for upskilling internal teams. Employees are eager to learn—particularly in AI and tech—if given meaningful pathways and modern tools to do so.
“The value of training is critical in supporting the next wave of organization and individual growth,” said Mike Scarbrough, CEO of Litmos. “Our findings show the necessity of personalized, on-the-job learning programs to fill organizational gaps and boost engagement.”
The Litmos report makes it clear: companies that prioritize AI-powered, employee-centric training programs are better positioned to develop future-ready workforces. In an era shaped by digital transformation and evolving employee expectations, effective L&D strategies must blend technology with human-centric design.
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