Across all sectors of the global workforce, companies have seen noticeable increases in terms of employees’ mental health concerns. As a result of the many societal changes brought on by the pandemic, workers are struggling to adapt to bigger workloads, a stifled work-life balance, and new occupational priorities.
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In the current work landscape, remote and hybrid work have proven that they’re here to stay. According to the Pew Research Center, out of the employees performing work that can be done remotely, 59 percent are currently working fully remote.[1] While hybrid models have come with significant benefits for both employers and employees, they’ve also come with their share of negative impacts – particularly on workforces’ mental and emotional well-being.
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On World Health Day, we reflect on human wellness and the environmental factors being negatively impacted by our work, transport, and everyday activities, and look inward to determine ways we can reduce and undo the damage. By reflecting on our past and present actions, we can work together towards a better, healthier future for humanity and our planet.
Many across the world condemn the aggression that threatens the freedom and sovereignty of Ukraine and its citizens. Considering how to support Ukraine, and to protect the threat to Europe and the world, yields individual and collective investment. We are reminded that none of us are free unless all of us enjoy freedom.
When we innovate together, the world wins, and when we combine our efforts to aid and assist our fellow citizens in peril, we become the best version of humanity. As we process the images coming out of Eastern Europe, we find ourselves asking how we can support the brave people in the Ukraine and the heroic neighbors who are stepping up to defend freedom.
If you are considering how to help, there are numerous charities supporting ground efforts in Ukraine and supporting Ukrainian refugees across Europe. These incredible organizations include, but are not limited to, the Sunflower of Peace, United Help Ukraine, Voices of Children and British Red Cross. You can find more information on each charity and donate by clicking on the link.
At ActOne Group, we have long worked under the motto of: Together, We Win. At this moment in history, togetherness is essential to our win in the protection of freedom.
People analytics – a form of data and analysis that has revolutionized the workforce and staffing industries over the past two decades. As the digitization of the workplace and our understanding of data increases, the viability of people analytics becomes more apparent. We’re at a crucial point in the development of people analytics where employers have the chance to update and optimize their data processes with cutting-edge, innovative technology.
Sustainability is a term that’s gained an increasing amount of weight and significance in the past decade. But how will sustainability and eco-friendly measures come to define the first half of the 2020s?
With the recent advent of remote work and the ever-changing dynamics of the office, companies are becoming much more aware of the measures they can implement to reduce their environmental impact. Market demands also reflect this shift; consumers and employees are establishing sustainability-related requirements for the companies they purchase from and work for, respectively.
Though the pandemic has transformed the workplace in several ways, it’s also changed the way that employers and employees view work. Prior to the recent proliferation of remote work, sustainable measures like smaller office spaces, less on-site office resources, and reduction of greenhouse gas emissions were all seen as desirable goals to meet in the future.
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At the heart of employers’ efforts to reinvent the workplace is the refocusing of organizations’ attention toward talent’s skillsets. Employees are also upskilling to gain access to opportunities with more flexibility, better compensation, and better benefits. Between new online learning platforms and a now-digitized workplace, different types of ‘skilling’ have become more relevant and accessible.
Employers are increasingly sourcing talent from a global pool, leading them to consider candidates’ skills just as much as their degrees. Specialization, digital knowledge, and soft and hard skills are key areas of focus for employers looking to optimize a hybrid or remote workforce. So, what details do you need to know to capitalize on the reskilling revolution?
One of the most talked-about sectors in 2021, financial technology, commonly known as fintech, is more than just a buzzword. This cutting-edge field is poised for explosive growth over the following decades. Financial organizations looking to keep up with the competition should hire STEM workers with the expertise to keep their company on the leading edge of fintech’s many applications.
Branding is sometimes difficult to conceptualize. For many business leaders, branding often seems like adaunting, abstract function that controls what the world thinks about their companies. If it’s hard to master one brand identity, you may be questioning, “Why should I put effort towards an additional brand identity?” The answer is simple: in 2021, when competition for talent is at an all-time high, you need to take the next step to differentiate your company from competitors.
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