Only 24% of employers say they've achieved gender equality at their companies, according to a global ManpowerGroup report, which found 41% of employers are close to full equality while 10% are far from it. The report found 71% of employers in South and Central America are approaching full equality, compared to 64% in North America and 63% in Europe.

Broadcasting recruiters are embracing novel ways to attract young talent to their industry amid severe labor shortages, Audacy's KYW Philadelphia brand manager Kristina Koppeser told NAB Show attendees at a session on recruitment and retention. Broadcasters need to sell their industry to candidates as much as applicants need to sell themselves to hiring teams, highlighting the diverse opportunities available and looking for candidates with qualities that will make them valuable employees, Koppeser and Sinan Sidar of Hearst Television advised.

When recruiting new employees, a company is only as strong as its employer value proposition, which includes salary and benefits, company culture, brand values and possibilities for growth and development. A strong EPV can attract and retain top talent, reduce turnover and boost employee engagement.

An emergency savings benefit is one way for employers to help their staff members handle unexpected hardships, feel more financially comfortable, and avoid dipping into retirement funds. Research by Voya showed 47% of respondents saying their retirement money is the only source of emergency funding they have, and 72% of benefits-eligible adults would like help figuring out how much to set aside for emergencies, health care and retirement.

RGP recognizes the importance of bringing remote employees together and has created a digital platform where they can collaborate, says Chief People Officer Katy Conway, who adds employee resource groups also play a role in supporting the dispersed workforce. "These groups are centered around creating community again, not around technical learning topics, but areas where employees are looking for support," Conway says.