“Managers may lack the skills to mentor or motivate juniors, which hinders skill acquisition.”He also cited social media as a driving force behind normalising job changes. Online professional networ­king platforms are readily available, while various social media platforms can influence perceptions of “career hacks” and alternative paths. Social media platforms such as LinkedIn and TikTok, he said, have further normalised job switching by making salaries, opportunities and career paths highly visible, raising expectations of what employers should offer. At the same time, Raj Kumar cautioned young workers against moving on too quickly. Economist and policy specialist Dr Geoffrey Williams said the tendency for young workers to resign can be due to either end-of-year bonuses or a lack of them.

Source: The Star January 11, 2026 11:15 UTC