How pandemic trends could affect the US workforce | How employers are moving forward with hybrid working | Expert: Secrets to inspiring your remote working team
There could be 3 million fewer jobs by 2029 if trends such as less eating out persist beyond the pandemic, and workers who are less-skilled and those employed in the food and retail sectors would be the most affected, according to an analysis by economists at the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Professional, scientific and technical services could see the most gains with around 300,000 additional jobs. Full Story: Reuters (4/26)
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Recruiting & Retention
How employers are moving forward with hybrid working The future working model will be hybrid, according to 77% of business leaders surveyed by Deloitte Digital, and employers are experimenting with structured flexibility and staggered starting times, while trying to ensure inclusive practices for remote workers and reviewing business real estate. "If you look after, empower and trust brilliant people, they will do brilliant things for you," says Creature London CEO Dan Cullen-Shute. Full Story: Digiday (tiered subscription model) (4/26)
Survey: Millennial staff feels most financial stress Recent PwC research found that 72% of millennial workers are experiencing more financial stress because of the COVID-19 pandemic, compared with 46% of baby boomers, 62% of Generation Xers and 68% of Gen Z members. Julia Lamm, a PwC workforce strategy partner, says employers have a unique opportunity to help all of these age groups alleviate financial pressure by offering student-loan repayment services, caregiver benefits and wealth management assistance. Full Story: Employee Benefit News (free registration) (4/22)
The HR Leader
NBA legend Pat Williams offers leadership insights Great leaders address conflict, know the value of mentors, and don't let fear or worry dissuade them from responsibilities and new opportunities, says Pat Williams, co-founder of the NBA's Orlando Magic. "Once you get through that [reluctance] and you get a taste of leadership opportunities and see successes, you're a leader for life," Williams said in an interview with John Baldoni. Full Story: SmartBrief/Leadership (4/23)
My career in content marketing began more than 22 years ago when I was asked to create a microsite for a client. I had no idea how to do it but neither did my publisher. I forged ahead and worked with the web team to get it done. It turned out to perfection. The process took longer than we initially expected, but it was a new product so delays were expected. The client was pleased, so we viewed it as a win. Here’s what I learned from that experience: Be the first one to do something. Embrace the challenge even when there’s no process in place. You’ll get grace for errors. You’ll look like a hero willing to take risks. Since no one else wanted it, people are reluctant to criticize. And, since it’s never been done before, you get to set the bar for what success looks like. We see this lesson in today’s HR Leader story, when John Baldoni talks about Orlando Magic co-founder Pat Williams’ approach to leadership. Williams talks about the doubts that can haunt leaders -- “What if I fail?” -- but outlines what happens when we get a taste of leadership and its fruits. I can relate. Can you? Let me know! Know someone who needs this brief? Send them this link to sign up.
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