Human resources

4 ways to win the scramble for international talent

Offshoring companies are broadening their search for remote workers, developing staff, and focusing on the opportunities that automation can bring.

Some employees take a hard-line approach to seeking flexible work

To diminish concerns about their wellbeing, workers in a global survey want flexibility in terms of when and where they do their jobs.

UK employees feel pressure to work when unwell, survey shows

Few workers disclose health concerns on the job, and public sector workers say pressure from heavy workloads is negatively affecting their health.

Enjoying work is more important than pay, global report says

Many people have an unhealthy relationship with work, the report shows. It offers recommendations for business leaders to help employees feel more fulfilled.

People-centric leadership can improve resilience, report finds

Employer and employee priorities continue to clash, a new EY report finds. Leaders “should not underestimate the importance of trust and empathy”.

Reports highlight the impact of employees’ financial concerns

Employers and employees benefit from a culture where conversations about money are “normalised”.

More employers using counteroffers to retain staff, report finds

The summer Labour Market Outlook found that employers are increasingly using counteroffers in response to skill shortages, with some planning pay reviews over the next year.

Flexibility and financial security are not negotiable, Gen Z says

Work/life balance is imperative to attract and retain younger workers. New research shows business leaders aren’t as enthusiastic about flexible working as employees are.

Training, recruitment, and retention — the benefits of hybrid working

Hybrid working continues to bring benefits for employers and employees, according to finance leaders and professionals in Sri Lanka and Central and Eastern Europe.

How finance leaders can develop creativity in their teams

By fostering collaboration and creating a safe environment for failing fast, CFOs can allow creativity to thrive so employees achieve greater results within the business.

Older job candidates want to return to work, but often not remotely

A new report shows that older workers in the UK are motivated by money and by the social aspects of the workplace.

Inclusion advice: Start with allyship

A new report shows "disproportionate challenges” for LGBT+ employees, shares inclusion advice for organisations.

Mental health transparency increases slightly, but change is slow

Employees in the UK still feel uncomfortable talking about mental health at work, but more employees have now started to speak out when they need support.

A business imperative for promoting employees’ mental health

A corporate leader felt strongly about addressing mental health in the workplace, so she wrote a book about it. Creating “a sense of belonging” is one first step for organisations.

Less is more when it comes to the workweek, UK research finds

A large four-day workweek trial finds that companies and employees benefited from reduced hours and some companies plan to continue with a shorter workweek.

Women in leadership: Separating optimism from reality

Women remain significantly underrepresented in executive roles, and gender equity in mid-level leadership has not recovered since the start of the pandemic.

Empowered employees are loyal employees

Finance professionals in Central and Eastern Europe are less likely to change companies if they feel empowered to continuously improve their working environment, according to a survey.

Out with the old: Remote work’s borderless opportunities

For organisations looking to tap into global talent markets, the remote work model is proving to be a competitive advantage, a study from late 2022 shows.

They’re back! Boomerang employees are returning to old jobs

Many employees regret leaving their previous company during the Great Resignation, and they are asking to return.

How organisations can be more relatable and minimise burnout risk

With employees feeling less energised, organisations need to adapt in a number of ways to keep a thriving workforce, a global study shows.

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