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#employee-retention

Three Ways Small Businesses Can Recruit And Retain Top Talent From Local Universities

Small and mid-sized companies are increasingly popular among job seekers, providing opportunities for improved talent acquisition and retention strategies.

8 in 10 Employers Have Lost Talent to RTO Policies

Companies lose talent due to Return-to-Office mandates, impacting employee retention and overall company performance.

Three Ways Small Businesses Can Recruit And Retain Top Talent From Local Universities

Small and mid-sized companies are increasingly popular among job seekers, providing opportunities for improved talent acquisition and retention strategies.

8 in 10 Employers Have Lost Talent to RTO Policies

Companies lose talent due to Return-to-Office mandates, impacting employee retention and overall company performance.
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#remote-work

Where Are People Working Remotely?

Remote work remains significant post-pandemic, with 22.5 million Americans working primarily from home in 2023, about 13.8% of the workforce.

UK workers still seeking better work-life balance, report says

Many UK tech professionals are considering leaving their jobs due to a desire for flexible work and improved culture.
Workload concerns drive over half of tech workers to seek new opportunities.
from Fortune
2 months ago

Office building data shows bosses have given up on return-to-office mandates

Flexible work solutions continue to rise with increased hybrid workspace lease sign-ups, indicating a shift towards remote work.
from Black Enterprise
7 months ago

Report: Americans Would Take Less Pay, Cut Vacation Time And Other Benefits To Work Where They Want

75% of workers surveyed are willing to work from anywhere if given the chance
Remote work is still popular with 20% willing to increase working hours and 15% giving up vacation days.

Share of at-home workers dips from pandemic-era peak

The portion of fully remote workers dropped from about 18 to roughly 15 percent between 2021 and 2022.
The percentage of fully remote workers is steadily declining but is still nearly three times as high as it was before the COVID-19 pandemic.
Fewer Americans are working fully remotely as hybrid schedules become the new norm.

New government data shows working from home is here to stay

Remote and hybrid work arrangements have become part of the modern working world.
from www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Where Are People Working Remotely?

Remote work remains significant post-pandemic, with 22.5 million Americans working primarily from home in 2023, about 13.8% of the workforce.

UK workers still seeking better work-life balance, report says

Many UK tech professionals are considering leaving their jobs due to a desire for flexible work and improved culture.
Workload concerns drive over half of tech workers to seek new opportunities.

Office building data shows bosses have given up on return-to-office mandates

Flexible work solutions continue to rise with increased hybrid workspace lease sign-ups, indicating a shift towards remote work.

Report: Americans Would Take Less Pay, Cut Vacation Time And Other Benefits To Work Where They Want

75% of workers surveyed are willing to work from anywhere if given the chance
Remote work is still popular with 20% willing to increase working hours and 15% giving up vacation days.

Share of at-home workers dips from pandemic-era peak

The portion of fully remote workers dropped from about 18 to roughly 15 percent between 2021 and 2022.
The percentage of fully remote workers is steadily declining but is still nearly three times as high as it was before the COVID-19 pandemic.
Fewer Americans are working fully remotely as hybrid schedules become the new norm.

New government data shows working from home is here to stay

Remote and hybrid work arrangements have become part of the modern working world.
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#job-security

Younger Workers Are Increasingly Opting For Self-Employment-And Questioning Traditional Jobs. Here's Why.

More workers are choosing independent work for better satisfaction and stability amid rising living costs, shifting power from companies to individuals.

People are getting stuck' in insecure work for years, says UK thinktank

Insecure work often traps individuals rather than helping them progress to more stable employment, with many remaining in the same situation for years.

Younger Workers Are Increasingly Opting For Self-Employment-And Questioning Traditional Jobs. Here's Why.

More workers are choosing independent work for better satisfaction and stability amid rising living costs, shifting power from companies to individuals.

People are getting stuck' in insecure work for years, says UK thinktank

Insecure work often traps individuals rather than helping them progress to more stable employment, with many remaining in the same situation for years.
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GP care analysis casts doubt on Labour pledge to bring back the family doctor'

Rising demand for care and workforce changes will lead to less GP availability for consultations in the coming decade.

These Are the States Where It's Cheapest to Retire Comfortably

Most Americans are underprepared for retirement, with average savings far below what is needed for financial security.
Americans are increasingly working past retirement age due to insufficient savings and rising living costs.
#productivity
from Medium
3 months ago

How Will AI Affect the Demand for Product Designers?

AI can enhance designer productivity but may also enable non-designers to take over tasks traditionally performed by designers.
from ZDNET
1 month ago

The data suggests gen AI boosts software productivity - for these developers

Generative AI significantly boosts productivity among newer software developers compared to their more experienced colleagues, according to recent research.

How Will AI Affect the Demand for Product Designers?

AI can enhance designer productivity but may also enable non-designers to take over tasks traditionally performed by designers.

The data suggests gen AI boosts software productivity - for these developers

Generative AI significantly boosts productivity among newer software developers compared to their more experienced colleagues, according to recent research.
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#hiring-practices

How to Hire Independent Contractors | ClickUp

Hiring independent contractors offers businesses flexibility and specialized skills without the commitment of full-time hires, enhancing operational efficiency.

What Hiring Managers Want Now, Workers' Rights Amid Protests And More

The value of an Ivy League degree in hiring is declining as employers reevaluate the importance of college diplomas.

How to Hire Independent Contractors | ClickUp

Hiring independent contractors offers businesses flexibility and specialized skills without the commitment of full-time hires, enhancing operational efficiency.

What Hiring Managers Want Now, Workers' Rights Amid Protests And More

The value of an Ivy League degree in hiring is declining as employers reevaluate the importance of college diplomas.
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Can an ageing workforce help keep economies churning?

The global population is aging rapidly, creating concerns about economic growth and workforce sustainability.
#employment

South Florida, a senior enclave, sees more people unretiring' due to living costs

Many seniors in South Florida are returning to work due to economic necessity amidst high living costs.

More Than a Third of Seniors Are Still Hard at Work in This City

Many seniors are choosing to work past the traditional retirement age due to financial need or enjoyment, facilitated by better health and extended eligibility for Social Security benefits.

South Florida, a senior enclave, sees more people unretiring' due to living costs

Many seniors in South Florida are returning to work due to economic necessity amidst high living costs.

More Than a Third of Seniors Are Still Hard at Work in This City

Many seniors are choosing to work past the traditional retirement age due to financial need or enjoyment, facilitated by better health and extended eligibility for Social Security benefits.
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#retirement

A boomer couple who have pensions after working their whole lives said they're just scraping by after retiring: 'I can't imagine getting by on Social Security alone'

Unexpected life events and inflation can significantly impact retirement savings, forcing many retirees to reconsider their financial security and future plans.

How early retirement became realistic

Working longer is becoming more necessary due to demographic shifts, but Americans are increasingly retiring earlier due to various reasons.

A boomer couple who have pensions after working their whole lives said they're just scraping by after retiring: 'I can't imagine getting by on Social Security alone'

Unexpected life events and inflation can significantly impact retirement savings, forcing many retirees to reconsider their financial security and future plans.

How early retirement became realistic

Working longer is becoming more necessary due to demographic shifts, but Americans are increasingly retiring earlier due to various reasons.
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Central Europe is plagued with a shortage of skilled workers - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Employers in Europe face escalating challenges in finding and retaining skilled workers despite declining unemployment.

NYC vs. Texas? Actually, they're both top destinations for tech talent right now

Austin is the fastest-growing city for tech talent in the U.S.

Office utilization continues to climb

Office occupancy in Toronto is steadily increasing from the pandemic low, with an average weekly of 63%
The return to office is ongoing, and the final equilibrium post-pandemic is still uncertain

Biglaw Associate Hiring Plunges By 43%, Officially Ending The Lateral Party

Firms experienced associate overgrowth in 2021.
Lateral hiring became conservative due to factors like decreased workload and increased compensation.

Why Leaders Need to Value Their Retirement-Age Workforce

The fastest-growing age group in the US labor force is 65 and older.
Companies must value and create opportunities for older workers to prevent them from retiring prematurely.

Workers With The Most Flexibility Rate Culture Highest, Employers Still Hire For Degrees And More

Employers are shifting towards skills-based hiring to improve diversity and address job shortages.
Despite the popularity of skills-based hiring, many companies are struggling to implement it effectively.

How to stay compliant when hiring contractors

Job seekers favor flexibility and autonomy, leading to a surge in contract roles.
Employers face challenges in correctly classifying contractors to avoid legal risks.

Why poly-employment' may be 2024's next big work trend

Poly-employment, or working multiple jobs, is on the rise as workers face increasing living costs.
Data from a study by Deputy shows that the number of poly-employed shift workers more than doubled from 2021 to 2023.

This new job trend may be the answer to quiet quitting - here's how it could help you thrive

'Managing up' is a trend in which employees intentionally develop relationships with supervisors and upper-level management.
Understanding a manager's leadership and communication style is key to implementing 'managing up' practices.

Ikea Is Hiring People To Serve Digital Meatballs In Its Roblox Store

Late-stage capitalism blurs lines between digital and real-world labor.

Nearly one quarter of retirement age adults are still working

The analysis reveals a rise in older adults staying in the U.S. workforce due to various economic factors and lifestyle changes.

Overqualified Employees Can Be Helpful or Harmful to Your Business. Here's How to Keep Them Engaged and Productive. | Entrepreneur

Understanding the potential consequences of employing overqualified workers is critical for organizations amidst a trend where nearly a third of the global workforce views themselves as possessing surplus qualifications.

The Most Common Essential Jobs in the US Don't Pay a Living Wage

The top three most common jobs in the US do not offer a living wage, impacting essential workers and highlighting income inequality.

Leaders are forgetting about this $30 billion problem

Institutional knowledge loss has significant impacts on industries due to lack of documentation and reporting.
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