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Gen Zs and millennials happy with work-life balance but demand more from employers
A recent survey conducted by Deloitte, encompassing 14,483 Gen Zs and 8,373 millennials across 44 countries, reveals that despite progress made by employers in enabling better work/life balance and flexibility, concerns remain among the younger workforce. The survey highlights that the rise of remote and hybrid work, accelerated by the pandemic, has not fully met the expectations of millennials.
Increments take double-digit route this year: Survey
At least six of every 10 employees have received increments in double digits, 10% and above, according to the survey conducted by Naukri.com for ET. A small percentage, mostly at entry level, got 20-25% hikes for exceptional performance.
Setting and shaping culture: a senior leaders toolkit
The phrase "culture eats strategy for breakfast" still holds relevance in today's changing work environment, where teams are increasingly diverse and work in different locations. A strong company culture is crucial to ensure a sense of one-ness and to drive a culture code that fosters values and accountability at each level. Senior leaders must model the right behavior and provide a safe space for feedback and views.
Why mandatory return to office could come at the cost of a diverse workforce
The Covid-19 pandemic has led to a significant shift to remote working practices, impacting the gender balance of workforces as surveys have indicated that many women would consider quitting if remote working ended. According to HR executives, employers offering some degree of flexibility stand to benefit by retaining a more diverse pool of talent.
Effective Ways to Improve Your Work-Life Balance
With the rise of remote work, achieving work-life balance has become a challenge. This article provides effective ways to improve work-life balance, including following a work schedule, taking proper breaks, socializing, learning to say "no", pursuing passions, and seeking mental health support.
Recruiting sentiment improves for July-September
In all, 49% of employers covered in the latest ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey said they would hire more people in the September quarter, while 13% said they expected a fall in hiring intent or had no plans to backfill. About 34% planned to keep workforce levels steady and 4% were unsure of hiring intentions, according to findings of the survey shared exclusively with ET.
Uncertainty around, Indians willing to invest in upskilling
Even as two in three Indians approached household spending with caution by spending primarily on healthcare, medicine and groceries, education is perceived by Indians as a necessary and worthwhile investment for career growth in a scenario marked by technological disruptions and economic uncertainties, found the Emeritus Global Workplace Skills Study 2023.
General counsels in high demand, pay soars
Large companies and conglomerates are willing to pay ₹2-4 crore to an in-house legal head, which in some cases may go up to ₹5-6 crore for top-notch professionals in the field. There is a huge demand for legal experts who are specialists in M&A, compliance, cyber security and digital, said executive search consultants.
Climate career platform Terra.do launches job board
Climate learning and careers platform Terra.do has launched a climate job board with an expanding database of over 30,000 climate-related knowledge jobs sourced from over 1,500 companies worldwide. Terra.do aims to create a global community of 100m climate professionals and offers the job board free to both jobseekers and hiring organisations, with weekly climate job fairs for direct engagement between candidates and hiring managers also in the pipeline.
ESG jobs in India sees 223% rise since 2019: Indeed
The increase over the past three years showcases the remarkable shift as companies increasingly prioritise sustainability efforts. With concerns about climate change and the urgent need to build more diverse and inclusive workforces at the forefront of many business leaders’ minds, an increasing number of firms are pledging to take action on climate, social and other issues by following Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) standards.
Slowdown in mobile shipments hits hiring sentiment in sector
While exports have helped offset the impact of domestic slowdown on production and manufacturing, local sales promoter profiles are witnessing an indirect attrition as companies aren't immediately replacing people who are leaving in these roles, industry experts said. While there are no job cuts yet, that could be a possibility if shipments do not pick up, they said
Six questions you must ask the interviewer during a job interview
Asking good questions during an interview is vital to exhibit your interest in the role and display preparedness. One should refrain from asking questions about topics like salary, leave or promotions. To make it easier, prepare for the interview with a list of essential questions that pertains to the employment period, obstacles in the role and assessment of performance.
68% of Indian freelancers rely on social media for work: Report
India's freelancing industry is growing with demand increasing. According to the fifth edition of the Payoneer Freelancer Insights Report, 46% of respondents saw an increase, with demand coming mainly from younger freelancers in India. However, finding new clients was the main challenge reported by 73% of Indian freelancers. Although 68% relied on social media to find work, competition is increasing with 69% reporting an increase.