When I recently analyzed labor market data, I was surprised that according to the latest European surveys as many as 54% of employees in the Czech Republic are considering retraining by 2025 – and almost a third of companies report that without the rapid development of new skills they will not be able to maintain their competitiveness.
In practice COREDO.jobs we see that workforce adaptability is becoming the main factor for the survival of companies and individuals during the digital transformation of work and the rapid changes in the labor market after the pandemic.
From the employers’ perspective, it is a way to secure workers with relevant skills, reduce turnover and increase the return on investment in human capital.
The experience of COREDO.jobs experts confirms that companies that systematically support retraining have lower recruitment costs and higher employee loyalty. Furthermore, in 2025 another shift in demand for digital skills and the ability to learn quickly is expected – which increases the market value of everyone willing to invest in their own development.
How to retrain step by step
From my experience, successful retraining for employees and entrepreneurs begins with proper planning and a clear goal. COREDO.jobs experts recommend following these steps:
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Analysis of your competencies and market needs
The key is to find out which skills are currently in demand in the field. We use labor market analysis, benchmarking and consultations with HR specialists for this. It is here that we often help clients from the fields of engineering, IT or healthcare identify competencies that have the highest potential to increase their value on the labor market. -
Setting the retraining goal
It is recommended to determine whether the goal is a career change, a salary increase, or a move to a higher position. In practice, COREDO.jobs has found that creating personalized learning plans that reflect not only current demand but also long-term trends in the sector works well. -
Choosing suitable courses and learning platforms
E-learning and online courses allow flexible study and scaling of competencies. From our case studies, for example in financial services or e‑commerce, it follows that the combination of online courses and mentoring delivers the highest effectiveness. -
Securing financing and support for retraining
In the Czech Republic there are several support options for retraining – from state subsidies through employer support to grants for entrepreneurs. COREDO.jobs experts help to navigate these options and recommend making full use of available programs. -
Regularly evaluating progress and adjusting the plan
Measuring the success of retraining is key to achieving real results. We use competency assessment methods, feedback from mentors and tracking career growth.
Choosing suitable retraining courses and digital skills
From our observations, the greatest demand is for retraining courses for managers, IT specialists, healthcare workers and manual professions with expanded digital skills. E‑learning trends show that the combination of hard skills (e.g., programming, data work, digital marketing) and soft skills (communication, leadership, adaptability) significantly increases the chance of employability and wage growth. The solutions we have developed at COREDO.jobs also include training focused on digital marketing tools for personal branding – which in 2025 is essential for anyone who wants to increase their value on the labor market.
Experience from the woodworking industry shows that even traditional sectors are rapidly moving to automation and require basic knowledge of working with digital systems. It is therefore recommended to choose courses that allow scaling knowledge and adapting it to a specific job position.
Financing and support for retraining in the Czech Republic
When addressing financing of retraining, I often encounter questions about what the current support options are and what legislative changes apply from 2025. COREDO.jobs practice confirms that the most effective approach is to combine multiple sources: state contributions (for example through the Employment Office), employer grants and personal investment in education.
For entrepreneurs, subsidy schemes aimed at the digital transformation of the company and employee development can also be used. It is recommended to monitor the current offerings of the Employment Office and consult options with HR solution experts who have an overview of the latest trends and support limits.
How to increase salary through retraining?
Increasing your value on the labor market is not a matter of a one-off course, but of strategic planning and long-term work on yourself. From our experience in management and banking, it follows that it is crucial to link retraining with career planning and to actively track the return on investment (ROI) in education.
It is recommended to use methods that allow measuring the effect of actual changes achieved – for example tracking salary growth, the number ofnew job offers or career advancement after completing a course. From COREDO.jobs’ experience, employers who support the reskilling of their teams achieve higher productivity and competitiveness. For employees, it is then important to maintain an increased value on the labor market through further education, expanding their network of contacts and actively working on personal branding.
Measuring the success of reskilling and risk management
One of the most common questions I address with clients from the pharmaceutical sector or laboratories is how to measure the success of reskilling and minimize the risks associated with investing in education. COREDO.jobs experts recommend setting clear KPIs (key performance indicators), such as:
- increase in salary or position within a certain period after reskilling
- number of new job offers or projects
- successful passing of certified exams
- employee and employer satisfaction rate
Conclusions we derived from case studies in construction companies show that a flexible approach and regular feedback significantly reduce the risk of unnecessary costs.
Reskilling for entrepreneurs and managers?
Strategic reskilling planning is essential for entrepreneurs and managers if they want to keep up with the company’s digital transformation and changes in the labor market. COREDO.jobs’ experience in metalworking and compliance shows that the greatest benefit comes from a combination of internal mentoring, external courses and the use of digital tools to track career growth.
It is recommended to create training plans that reflect not only the current needs of the company but also long-term industry trends. Involving employees in decisions about course content and regularly evaluating benefits has proven effective. For managers, key courses are those focused on change management, digital leadership and scaling competencies within the team.
In COREDO.jobs’ practice, it has proven effective to combine these methods with personalized training plans and regular evaluation of achieved results.
Reskilling: trends and innovations 2025
In 2025, reskilling is moving to a new level thanks to the use of artificial intelligence, neural networks and innovations in teaching methods. COREDO.jobs experts monitor global trends and apply them in the Czech environment – for example, personalized training plans that use AI to predict demand for specific skills.
For job seekers, the advantage is the opportunity to take tailored courses that reflect not only current demand but also individual strengths.
It is recommended to follow innovations in e-learning, use platforms with adaptive content and include mentoring or coaching in the reskilling process. COREDO.jobs’ experience confirms that it is precisely the combination of technology and a human approach that brings the highest return on investment in education and a long-term increase in market value.
How to maintain a higher salary after reskilling?
Increasing your market value is only the first step – the real challenge is to maintain that value in the long term. From our case studies in hospitality and tourism, it follows that the key strategies are:
- Personal branding and digital marketing
It is recommended to actively build your professional brand, for example through LinkedIn, a personal portfolio or professional publications. Digital marketing tools make it possible to showcase achieved results and expand your network of contacts. - Networking and professional development
Regular participation in industry events, workshops and webinars increases the chance of new job opportunities. COREDO.jobs’ experience shows that connecting with a community of experts brings not only information about current trends but also concrete job offers. - Work flexibility and further education
Adaptability is essential in 2025. It is recommended to regularly update your skills, follow new trends and be open to remote work or project collaboration opportunities. - Using digital tools to track career growth
Modern platforms allow tracking achieved certifications, planning further education and evaluating the effectiveness of development investments.
COREDO.jobs’ practice confirms that those who invest in their development and use available support achieve greater long-term stability, better salaries and greater job satisfaction. I believe that a well-designed reskilling plan can be the key to success in the labor market in 2025 and beyond.
