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Striking the right balance between achieving a representative workforce and seeing the returns on your DE&I program doesn’t happen overnight. It takes a thoughtful approach from leaders and engaged employees. According to McCann Partners Founder and CEO, Megan McCann, in a recent Staffing Industry Analysts article https://bit.ly/45OE2qa, “Research shows that it makes good business sense not to abandon the principles associated with DE&I.” She’s right! According to a study by McKinsey & Company, companies with ethnic diversity are 39% more likely to financially outperform those with a less diverse workforce. If you’re looking for some guidance, these 6 suggestions can help you find the right balance for your organization where employees and business can thrive. #DEI #DEIB #Diversity #Workforce

For almost half of workers, having opportunities to learn new #skills is a key consideration when they are deciding whether to stay with their employer or leave for another job, according to PwC’s Global Workforce Hopes and Fears Survey 2024. Explore more here.

For almost half of workers, having opportunities to learn new #skills is a key consideration when they are deciding whether to stay with their employer or leave for another job, according to PwC’s Global Workforce Hopes and Fears Survey 2024. Explore more here.

Did you know... Diverse organisations that attract and develop individuals from the widest pool of talent consistently perform better. If talent from Black, Asian, minority ethnic and Mixed heritage people is fully utililised, the economy could receive a £24 billion boost. Inclusive decision-making drives better company performance and gives a decisive competitive advantage. Inclusive decision-making leads to better business decisions up to 87% of the time. Employers – sign up to our Graduate Connector Programme to diversify your workforce: bit.ly/graduateconnector  #gradtalent #talentpipeline #graduaterecruitment #employers

work-life integration vs work-life balance The rise of portfolio life - Are you transitioning your organizations in support of these trends? How does this impact your systems and operations? Looking forward to reading comments below.

While the majority of conversations as of late have been around tech (especially AI), it is still a very human centered future for the world of work. If your organization is not already thinking about the need for a Chief Management Officer, or at least a senior level director to direct your talent management efforts, it is probably time to do so. #futureofwork #cmo #management

It's already WFAA :) We are already in this mode, learning to perfect the skill of resetting the body clock without affecting one's health. "Work from Anywhere Anytime" Portfolio? It's not just life portfolio but a worklife portfolio. Portfolio building, if implememted properly, is the key ingredient in DepEd's ALS program which can impart a learning experience needed for 21st century society and beyond. What then should education be like? The Alternative Learning System is one of the best answers that most formal schools in our country are ignorant of. https://lnkd.in/gVZy7zSn

Good #Corporatecultures and #governance will play a prominent role in any business. There is no substitute to physical live in person working as it bring advantages than drawbacks. #Hybrid, new modes might #trend for limited period. #Brand and #business is built better by human touch than by #technology. The #Workplace is an extended family, like schools and colleges where we spend major potion of our active time posy education. An #Employee and the #Employer are the wheels of the ecosystem. They can't go in different directions. #India wishes all a cordial #WorldLaborDay.❣️ #laborday #ILO #India #worklifebalance #mentalhealth #WorkTrends #FutureOfJobs International Labour Organization Harvard Business School

It's exciting and unnerving but it really is time to leave the industrial revolution and those ways of working where they belong - in the past. I do wonder about the role of unions in this evolving world of work. Many of these changes revolve around knowledge workers. In a labour market that still has many unskilled and semi skilled workers, how are employers and unions going to adapt? We often speak of the pendulum swinging between employer friendly or labour friendly. Perhaps there is a new, wider approach we can take? What changes are you experiencing in your workplace? Share your thoughts below.

This year's Future of Jobs Survey, with input from 803 companies employing over 11.3 million workers across 45 economies, offers a rich landscape of how economic, health, and geopolitical trends are shaping global labor markets. 🌍 **Global Labor Market Dynamics** High-income countries maintain tight labor markets, whereas low and lower-middle-income countries face persisting high unemployment rates post-COVID-19. Women and less-educated workers are disproportionately impacted, experiencing lower employment levels amidst a rising cost-of-living crisis. 🤖 **Technology Driving Transformation** Over 85% of organizations pinpoint the accelerated adoption of technologies like AI, big data, and cloud computing as pivotal for future transformations. This tech shift is expected to create jobs, particularly in roles related to AI, digital transformation, and sustainability, despite potential job displacements in traditional roles. 📈 **ESG and Economic Trends** The adoption of ESG standards and the push towards a green transition are anticipated to be significant job creators. Conversely, macroeconomic challenges like slow growth and rising living costs are expected to lead to job losses. 🛠️ **Skills and Training Focus** As the demand for new skills surges, analytical and creative thinking are identified as critical. Companies are planning substantial investments in reskilling, with a focus on AI, big data, and leadership skills, aiming for a quick ROI to enhance productivity and worker satisfaction. 👥 **Inclusive Workforce Strategies** Efforts to develop diverse and inclusive work environments are highlighted, with a priority on supporting women, youth, and individuals with disabilities. 🚀 **Looking Ahead** The evolving job landscape demands adaptive strategies, both from businesses and governments, to bridge the skills gap and foster a resilient workforce ready for the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow. #FutureOfWork #JobTrends2023 #WorkforceDevelopment #TechnologyInnovation #ESG #SkillsGap