News and views from the evolving workforce landscape.
Almost 70% of HR leaders have trouble filling roles, while 25% of unemployed U.S. workers have been searching for more than 27 weeks. Meanwhile, global labor-force participation remains steady.
The takeaway: workers still need work, employers still need workers, and evolving macro trends impact nearly every workforce decision.
Today’s Roundup draws from recent news to highlight trends, challenges and best practices that may influence your workforce strategy.
Part 1: Despite uncertainty, the global economy is looking to hire.
Job postings are up. Unemployment is stabilizing globally. For employers, these trends put a premium on flexibility and visibility into a tight talent supply.
Part 2: Thanks to AI, employers are rethinking tasks, not just job definitions.
In most cases, AI doesn’t replace jobs, it replaces tasks. Companies are now rethinking how automated tasks should add new roles and reshape current jobs.
Part 3: A skilled trades talent shortage clouds industry growth.
Technology and automation raise the bar on technical acumen in skilled trades. Companies now compete for a limited supply of workers with the skills they need.
Part 4: Employers realize high returns on their investment in second-chance hiring.
People with criminal records are a valuable source of skilled workers with a record of high retention and engagement. Employers are taking notice.
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