This document discusses the importance of collaboration in the modern workplace. It begins by noting that collaboration is becoming a key factor for companies' profitability and ability to attract and retain top talent. The document then provides insights into worker preferences for collaboration based on various surveys. It discusses how building a collaborative culture through leadership, training, diverse teams, and technology can improve business outcomes. However, it also notes there are still challenges to establishing collaboration, such as breaking down silos and managing different work arrangements. The document emphasizes that soft skills like collaboration are in high demand but short supply. It concludes by stating collaboration is directly linked to profitability by executives.
If Asia's organisations are going to access enough 'value-creating' talent to capture the opportunities that are now in view, they're going to need to embrace better, smarter talent management and attraction strategies. They will need to embrace flexibility in their workforces in order to:
Fill critical skill gaps in a timely and efficient way
Keep talent engaged and retained, even across borders
The document discusses employee retention and satisfaction based on findings from the 2013 Kelly Global Workforce Index. Some key points:
- 47% of employees worldwide changed jobs in the last year, with EMEA having the highest rate of job changing at 51%.
- While 52% of employees report being happy in their current roles, most are still looking for new jobs or intend to change employers within a year.
- Employees want career advancement, an engaging work environment, and a better work-life balance more than just compensation. However, changing jobs often does not lead to happiness.
- The document examines job change rates and satisfaction levels to understand what employees want from employers in order to improve retention. Understanding
Candidate Experience in Europe and Asia - From Hiring to OnboardingKelly Services
This document summarizes findings from the Kelly Global Workforce Index survey regarding candidates' experiences from hiring to onboarding. Some key findings:
- Only half of global candidates were satisfied with recent job application processes, citing lack of communication updates as the top complaint.
- 81% of new recruits had a generally positive impression after joining organizations, with 81% feeling positive in EMEA and 82% in APAC.
- About half of candidates expect communication on application status within 3-5 days, though some prefer 1-2 days.
- 55% of global employees reported a planned onboarding process by employers, though this was more common in APAC (60%) than EMEA (48
KGWI 2014: Workers Preferences and Workplace AgilityKelly Services
The document summarizes findings from the 2014 Kelly Global Workforce Index survey of over 230,000 workers across 31 countries. Some key findings include:
- 57% of workers globally said they would be willing to give up higher pay for opportunities to learn new skills, and 36% would give this up for a more flexible work schedule.
- 71% of workers said they would be willing to move for the right job, including 18% to another city/town and 14% to another continent.
- When choosing an employer, workers preferred mid-sized to large, global companies that are established, though 41% had no preference on company size.
- Europe was the most preferred region for reloc
KGWI: The Collaborative Work Enviroment in EuropeKelly Services
The document discusses how collaboration is becoming a key factor for companies to improve profitability and attract top talent. It finds that 60% of European workers cite a highly collaborative environment as a feature of their ideal work environment. However, only 47% feel their current workplace promotes collaboration. There are also differences in perceptions between generations and countries. Developing a truly collaborative culture requires effort from leadership to establish the right structures, train employees, and use technologies that facilitate collaboration.
The document provides information about evaluating and comparing job offers in the IT field. It discusses considering financial factors like salary, bonuses, benefits, expenses, and relocation packages. It also emphasizes examining company culture, such as values, reputation, leadership, work-life balance, and technology used. The document stresses assessing job challenge, responsibilities, management style, opportunities for professional growth, and ability to do impactful work. It provides a systematic approach to evaluating multiple aspects of potential job offers in order to make an informed career decision.
In this ebook, you will learn what innovative colleges, students, and employers are doing with their experiential practical learning to succeed in the 21st century.
This document discusses the importance of collaboration in the modern workplace. It begins by noting that collaboration is becoming a key factor for companies' profitability and ability to attract and retain top talent. The document then provides insights into worker preferences for collaboration based on various surveys. It discusses how building a collaborative culture through leadership, training, diverse teams, and technology can improve business outcomes. However, it also notes there are still challenges to establishing collaboration, such as breaking down silos and managing different work arrangements. The document emphasizes that soft skills like collaboration are in high demand but short supply. It concludes by stating collaboration is directly linked to profitability by executives.
If Asia's organisations are going to access enough 'value-creating' talent to capture the opportunities that are now in view, they're going to need to embrace better, smarter talent management and attraction strategies. They will need to embrace flexibility in their workforces in order to:
Fill critical skill gaps in a timely and efficient way
Keep talent engaged and retained, even across borders
The document discusses employee retention and satisfaction based on findings from the 2013 Kelly Global Workforce Index. Some key points:
- 47% of employees worldwide changed jobs in the last year, with EMEA having the highest rate of job changing at 51%.
- While 52% of employees report being happy in their current roles, most are still looking for new jobs or intend to change employers within a year.
- Employees want career advancement, an engaging work environment, and a better work-life balance more than just compensation. However, changing jobs often does not lead to happiness.
- The document examines job change rates and satisfaction levels to understand what employees want from employers in order to improve retention. Understanding
Candidate Experience in Europe and Asia - From Hiring to OnboardingKelly Services
This document summarizes findings from the Kelly Global Workforce Index survey regarding candidates' experiences from hiring to onboarding. Some key findings:
- Only half of global candidates were satisfied with recent job application processes, citing lack of communication updates as the top complaint.
- 81% of new recruits had a generally positive impression after joining organizations, with 81% feeling positive in EMEA and 82% in APAC.
- About half of candidates expect communication on application status within 3-5 days, though some prefer 1-2 days.
- 55% of global employees reported a planned onboarding process by employers, though this was more common in APAC (60%) than EMEA (48
KGWI 2014: Workers Preferences and Workplace AgilityKelly Services
The document summarizes findings from the 2014 Kelly Global Workforce Index survey of over 230,000 workers across 31 countries. Some key findings include:
- 57% of workers globally said they would be willing to give up higher pay for opportunities to learn new skills, and 36% would give this up for a more flexible work schedule.
- 71% of workers said they would be willing to move for the right job, including 18% to another city/town and 14% to another continent.
- When choosing an employer, workers preferred mid-sized to large, global companies that are established, though 41% had no preference on company size.
- Europe was the most preferred region for reloc
KGWI: The Collaborative Work Enviroment in EuropeKelly Services
The document discusses how collaboration is becoming a key factor for companies to improve profitability and attract top talent. It finds that 60% of European workers cite a highly collaborative environment as a feature of their ideal work environment. However, only 47% feel their current workplace promotes collaboration. There are also differences in perceptions between generations and countries. Developing a truly collaborative culture requires effort from leadership to establish the right structures, train employees, and use technologies that facilitate collaboration.
The document provides information about evaluating and comparing job offers in the IT field. It discusses considering financial factors like salary, bonuses, benefits, expenses, and relocation packages. It also emphasizes examining company culture, such as values, reputation, leadership, work-life balance, and technology used. The document stresses assessing job challenge, responsibilities, management style, opportunities for professional growth, and ability to do impactful work. It provides a systematic approach to evaluating multiple aspects of potential job offers in order to make an informed career decision.
In this ebook, you will learn what innovative colleges, students, and employers are doing with their experiential practical learning to succeed in the 21st century.
The business outlook across Asia for 2014 looks set for a positive trajectory, but there are a number of uncertainties that will have many business leaders watching over their shoulders.
The latest Executive Outlook Survey 2014 from KellyOCG shows that while there is widespread agreement about continuing economic and business improvement, it is not unbridled optimism.
Global economic events and local Asian business sentiment are coalescing in 2014 to produce a whirlwind of possible scenarios for the world economy.
The document discusses how the role of recruiters is changing due to new technologies and the increased connectivity of professionals. It identifies three emerging roles for recruiters:
1) Super Recruiters who will focus on strategic talent planning and employer branding.
2) Talent Attractors who will build long-term relationships with potential candidates through social media and publishing career content.
3) Logistics recruiters who will manage day-to-day hiring processes like scheduling interviews. Most recruiters currently fall into this category.
Engaging Active and Passive Jobseekers - A spotlight on Europe and Asia-PacificKelly Services
The Kelly Global Workforce Index (KGWI) is an annual global survey revealing opinions about work and the workplace. Almost 230,000 people across the Americas, EMEA and APAC regions responded to the 2014 survey.
This first installment, on the topic, Engaging Active and Passive Job Seekers, examines the nature of the contemporary job search process from a candidate’s perspective across Europe and Asia-Pacific
The document discusses trends that hiring managers expect to see in the 2020 workplace based on a survey of over 2,000 managers. Some of the key findings include:
- 52% of managers expect to see more diverse, multigenerational teams consisting of multiple nationalities by 2020. 55% also foresee more workplace flexibility with options like schedule flexibility and virtual/mobile teams.
- 42% anticipate an increase in women in leadership roles by 2020. Developing markets like India (68%) expect more change in this area than mature markets like the UK (33%).
- Managers in countries like Malaysia (64%) and India (61%) were more likely to expect a rise in multigenerational teams compared
Europe: The Rise of DIY Career Resilience Kelly Services
European workers are developing a do-it-yourself mindset when it comes to career development and seeking to learn skills that will enable them to thrive in any company. Over half of European workers surveyed say they are more concerned about their knowledge or skills becoming obsolete than possible layoffs. The vast majority of workers, across generations, skill sets, and regions, feel that continuously learning new skills and gaining knowledge is critical to long-term employment.
Many firms struggle to find top talent. This ins't a new problem, but solving it can be an enigma. The talent is out there, learn how to break the code and find more than your fair share.
New eBook on the business case for Recruitment Process Outsourcing.
This key global insights report from Kelly Services explores the concept of fostering a work environment that provides flexibility for various life stages of critical employees. Content creator Kathy Fawcett brings proprietary Kelly research to life with practical applications for organizations of all sizes.
This document summarizes findings from the 2013 Kelly Global Workforce Index survey of over 120,000 people in 31 countries regarding workplace performance and compensation. Some key findings include:
- The adoption of performance-based pay that ties a portion of compensation to meeting performance targets is becoming more common globally, with 44% of respondents receiving some form of performance pay. The highest rates are in the Asia-Pacific region (59%).
- Younger generations (Gen X and Gen Y) are more likely to receive performance-based pay than older Baby Boomers. Performance pay is also more common for sales, marketing, IT and engineering jobs.
- Nearly half (46%) of respondents who do not currently receive performance pay
Agents of Change - Independent workers are reshaping the workforceKelly Services
Free agency is becoming a major part of the global workforce, with nearly 1 in 3 workers now identifying as free agents. Younger generations see free agency as a viable long-term career choice due to desires for flexibility and control over their own career paths. Free agents tend to be highly educated and skilled professionals working independently across a variety of industries like IT, finance, and engineering. They embrace free agency for reasons such as better work-life balance, the ability to pursue passions, and being entrepreneurs of their own employment.
This document discusses how companies will increasingly hire workers on a project or outcome basis rather than as permanent employees. It argues that companies will seek "work" rather than "workers" and will assemble teams of independent contractors, freelancers, and employees as needed to complete projects. Recruiters will need to adapt by developing ongoing relationships with independent talent and focusing more on engagement and communication over time rather than one-time hiring. The role of recruiters may evolve into "talent attractors" who publish information and advice for independent workers rather than directly sourcing for open roles.
Let the Innovators Innovate - How rethinking the engineering support model ca...Kelly Services
The document discusses how engineering firms can achieve sustainable product innovation through rethinking their workforce models. It argues that companies must embrace innovation to survive in today's competitive global market. However, many organizations face barriers to innovation such as risk aversion, low trust cultures, and a lack of focus on implementation. Additionally, engineering talent is often not utilized effectively as engineers are asked to manage products after launch rather than focusing on new ideas. The document suggests that for innovation to truly succeed, organizational leaders must make it a top priority through establishing formal programs, cultivating a culture of collaboration and creativity, and ensuring engineers can focus on innovation throughout the development process.
The Boomer Effect - Understanding Baby Boomer workforceKelly Services
This document provides statistics and recommendations for attracting baby boomers to organizations. It notes that baby boomers value flexible work arrangements, ongoing skills training, and retirement planning support. While many baby boomers wish to continue working, the document suggests that fewer employers are offering benefits like training, flexible work options, and phased retirement that are important to retaining older workers.
It’s time for HR to step up – to introduce and
lead the enterprise to the value of talent
management. It’s time for HR to revolutionize its role.
This e-book is explaining how HR needs to work in the future.
Employers face challenges finding and retaining entry-level talent, yet rely on outdated hiring practices like requiring college degrees. This denies opportunity youth skills-building opportunities and ignores a potential talent pool. While employers value cultural fit, they lack objective assessment tools. Benefits should meet all workers' needs, like childcare for opportunity youth. Impact hiring could help employers access overlooked talent while improving opportunities for disadvantaged groups.
Talent Management in Year 2020: Deloitte StudySaba Software
Bersin by Deloitte Study about the world of work in the year 2020.
What will work look like when millennials take over the workforce? How will we manage our talent differently in the near future?
Here we look at the challenges for talent managers in addressing a multi-generational workforce. What changes might HR professionals face in attaining, developing, engaging, retaining and rewarding the employees in their workforce at the end of the decade?
In this presentation, Dr. Katherine Jones, Deloitte Consulting LLP, will cover some myths and realities about the populations entering the workforce today with considerations on what that may mean for the entire workforce by the year 2020.
Do you have what IT Hiring Managers are looking for?Kelly Services
The document discusses what IT hiring managers look for in candidates. It states that Kelly Services can help develop careers in IT as they work with 95% of Fortune 100 companies. While technical skills are important for securing interviews, hiring managers also emphasize interpersonal skills and finding candidates that fit the company culture. Nearly 70% say cultural fit plays an important role in evaluations. Ideal candidates are described as having a combination of strong technical skills, interpersonal skills, and cultural fit.
This document discusses managing risks associated with contingent labour forces in the Asia-Pacific region. It notes that as economies in the region continue rapid growth, reliance on contingent labour to meet skill demands is increasing. However, companies may be failing to apply the same risk management practices to contingent workers as they do traditional employees. The document then discusses several key risks of managing contingent workers, including regulatory and compliance risks due to legislative variations across countries, access and security risks if proper screening is not conducted, visibility and analytics risks due to lack of integrated systems, and technology risks if vendor management systems are not implemented. It provides examples and recommendations for mitigating these risks.
This document discusses learning, training and development (LTD) programs in corporations. It provides an agenda that covers key indicators of LTD, LTD responsibilities and objectives, common LTD activities, evaluating different LTD programs, and information about the authors. The document analyzes two key indicators used to measure LTD programs: resource indicators related to commitment, involvement, influences and investment; and performance indicators related to complexity, efficiency and quality. It also lists and compares the most common types of LTD programs offered by small, mid-sized and large corporations. Finally, it provides frameworks for evaluating different LTD programs based on factors like frequency and level of evaluation.
CMI's paper argues that the Government is right to look at the issue of women's under representation in the boardroom, not only for reasons of fairness but because it will be to the benefit of business to draw on a wider talent pool and a diversity of viewpoints.
Every year, Kelly Services conducts a comprehensive survey of talent issues in many industries the world over. It is one aspect of an aggressive campaign to help the world’s companies understand what attracts, engages and motivates workers. This report is covering our findings about what workers in High Tech want.
SPOTLIGHT ON SCIENCE: PROMISING FUTURES FOR SCIENTIFIC AND CLINICAL RESEARCH ...Kelly Services
Scientists and clinical research professionals are in high demand due to strong projected growth in key industries. The demand for science professionals is 40% higher than other professions and science occupations are predicted to grow by 13% over the next decade, adding over 135,000 new jobs. This growth is driven by increasing global populations, healthcare needs, and demand for innovative solutions. Cities like Boston, San Francisco, and areas focused on natural resources like Houston and Dallas will see the most job opportunities. Mid-career scientists are well-positioned to take advantage of opportunities by gaining additional skills in areas like regulatory compliance, management, and data analytics.
This document provides information about an English communication course taught by Brandon Butler. The course aims to help students improve their English communication skills through a variety of everyday topics. Students will have opportunities to communicate their own information, opinions, and ideas. The class goals are to help students speak English more fluently and communicate more effectively in a natural and confident manner. The grading system includes assessments of attendance, homework, midterm exam, final exam and class participation. Rules for the class outline policies regarding attendance, homework, participation and behavior.
The business outlook across Asia for 2014 looks set for a positive trajectory, but there are a number of uncertainties that will have many business leaders watching over their shoulders.
The latest Executive Outlook Survey 2014 from KellyOCG shows that while there is widespread agreement about continuing economic and business improvement, it is not unbridled optimism.
Global economic events and local Asian business sentiment are coalescing in 2014 to produce a whirlwind of possible scenarios for the world economy.
The document discusses how the role of recruiters is changing due to new technologies and the increased connectivity of professionals. It identifies three emerging roles for recruiters:
1) Super Recruiters who will focus on strategic talent planning and employer branding.
2) Talent Attractors who will build long-term relationships with potential candidates through social media and publishing career content.
3) Logistics recruiters who will manage day-to-day hiring processes like scheduling interviews. Most recruiters currently fall into this category.
Engaging Active and Passive Jobseekers - A spotlight on Europe and Asia-PacificKelly Services
The Kelly Global Workforce Index (KGWI) is an annual global survey revealing opinions about work and the workplace. Almost 230,000 people across the Americas, EMEA and APAC regions responded to the 2014 survey.
This first installment, on the topic, Engaging Active and Passive Job Seekers, examines the nature of the contemporary job search process from a candidate’s perspective across Europe and Asia-Pacific
The document discusses trends that hiring managers expect to see in the 2020 workplace based on a survey of over 2,000 managers. Some of the key findings include:
- 52% of managers expect to see more diverse, multigenerational teams consisting of multiple nationalities by 2020. 55% also foresee more workplace flexibility with options like schedule flexibility and virtual/mobile teams.
- 42% anticipate an increase in women in leadership roles by 2020. Developing markets like India (68%) expect more change in this area than mature markets like the UK (33%).
- Managers in countries like Malaysia (64%) and India (61%) were more likely to expect a rise in multigenerational teams compared
Europe: The Rise of DIY Career Resilience Kelly Services
European workers are developing a do-it-yourself mindset when it comes to career development and seeking to learn skills that will enable them to thrive in any company. Over half of European workers surveyed say they are more concerned about their knowledge or skills becoming obsolete than possible layoffs. The vast majority of workers, across generations, skill sets, and regions, feel that continuously learning new skills and gaining knowledge is critical to long-term employment.
Many firms struggle to find top talent. This ins't a new problem, but solving it can be an enigma. The talent is out there, learn how to break the code and find more than your fair share.
New eBook on the business case for Recruitment Process Outsourcing.
This key global insights report from Kelly Services explores the concept of fostering a work environment that provides flexibility for various life stages of critical employees. Content creator Kathy Fawcett brings proprietary Kelly research to life with practical applications for organizations of all sizes.
This document summarizes findings from the 2013 Kelly Global Workforce Index survey of over 120,000 people in 31 countries regarding workplace performance and compensation. Some key findings include:
- The adoption of performance-based pay that ties a portion of compensation to meeting performance targets is becoming more common globally, with 44% of respondents receiving some form of performance pay. The highest rates are in the Asia-Pacific region (59%).
- Younger generations (Gen X and Gen Y) are more likely to receive performance-based pay than older Baby Boomers. Performance pay is also more common for sales, marketing, IT and engineering jobs.
- Nearly half (46%) of respondents who do not currently receive performance pay
Agents of Change - Independent workers are reshaping the workforceKelly Services
Free agency is becoming a major part of the global workforce, with nearly 1 in 3 workers now identifying as free agents. Younger generations see free agency as a viable long-term career choice due to desires for flexibility and control over their own career paths. Free agents tend to be highly educated and skilled professionals working independently across a variety of industries like IT, finance, and engineering. They embrace free agency for reasons such as better work-life balance, the ability to pursue passions, and being entrepreneurs of their own employment.
This document discusses how companies will increasingly hire workers on a project or outcome basis rather than as permanent employees. It argues that companies will seek "work" rather than "workers" and will assemble teams of independent contractors, freelancers, and employees as needed to complete projects. Recruiters will need to adapt by developing ongoing relationships with independent talent and focusing more on engagement and communication over time rather than one-time hiring. The role of recruiters may evolve into "talent attractors" who publish information and advice for independent workers rather than directly sourcing for open roles.
Let the Innovators Innovate - How rethinking the engineering support model ca...Kelly Services
The document discusses how engineering firms can achieve sustainable product innovation through rethinking their workforce models. It argues that companies must embrace innovation to survive in today's competitive global market. However, many organizations face barriers to innovation such as risk aversion, low trust cultures, and a lack of focus on implementation. Additionally, engineering talent is often not utilized effectively as engineers are asked to manage products after launch rather than focusing on new ideas. The document suggests that for innovation to truly succeed, organizational leaders must make it a top priority through establishing formal programs, cultivating a culture of collaboration and creativity, and ensuring engineers can focus on innovation throughout the development process.
The Boomer Effect - Understanding Baby Boomer workforceKelly Services
This document provides statistics and recommendations for attracting baby boomers to organizations. It notes that baby boomers value flexible work arrangements, ongoing skills training, and retirement planning support. While many baby boomers wish to continue working, the document suggests that fewer employers are offering benefits like training, flexible work options, and phased retirement that are important to retaining older workers.
It’s time for HR to step up – to introduce and
lead the enterprise to the value of talent
management. It’s time for HR to revolutionize its role.
This e-book is explaining how HR needs to work in the future.
Employers face challenges finding and retaining entry-level talent, yet rely on outdated hiring practices like requiring college degrees. This denies opportunity youth skills-building opportunities and ignores a potential talent pool. While employers value cultural fit, they lack objective assessment tools. Benefits should meet all workers' needs, like childcare for opportunity youth. Impact hiring could help employers access overlooked talent while improving opportunities for disadvantaged groups.
Talent Management in Year 2020: Deloitte StudySaba Software
Bersin by Deloitte Study about the world of work in the year 2020.
What will work look like when millennials take over the workforce? How will we manage our talent differently in the near future?
Here we look at the challenges for talent managers in addressing a multi-generational workforce. What changes might HR professionals face in attaining, developing, engaging, retaining and rewarding the employees in their workforce at the end of the decade?
In this presentation, Dr. Katherine Jones, Deloitte Consulting LLP, will cover some myths and realities about the populations entering the workforce today with considerations on what that may mean for the entire workforce by the year 2020.
Do you have what IT Hiring Managers are looking for?Kelly Services
The document discusses what IT hiring managers look for in candidates. It states that Kelly Services can help develop careers in IT as they work with 95% of Fortune 100 companies. While technical skills are important for securing interviews, hiring managers also emphasize interpersonal skills and finding candidates that fit the company culture. Nearly 70% say cultural fit plays an important role in evaluations. Ideal candidates are described as having a combination of strong technical skills, interpersonal skills, and cultural fit.
This document discusses managing risks associated with contingent labour forces in the Asia-Pacific region. It notes that as economies in the region continue rapid growth, reliance on contingent labour to meet skill demands is increasing. However, companies may be failing to apply the same risk management practices to contingent workers as they do traditional employees. The document then discusses several key risks of managing contingent workers, including regulatory and compliance risks due to legislative variations across countries, access and security risks if proper screening is not conducted, visibility and analytics risks due to lack of integrated systems, and technology risks if vendor management systems are not implemented. It provides examples and recommendations for mitigating these risks.
This document discusses learning, training and development (LTD) programs in corporations. It provides an agenda that covers key indicators of LTD, LTD responsibilities and objectives, common LTD activities, evaluating different LTD programs, and information about the authors. The document analyzes two key indicators used to measure LTD programs: resource indicators related to commitment, involvement, influences and investment; and performance indicators related to complexity, efficiency and quality. It also lists and compares the most common types of LTD programs offered by small, mid-sized and large corporations. Finally, it provides frameworks for evaluating different LTD programs based on factors like frequency and level of evaluation.
CMI's paper argues that the Government is right to look at the issue of women's under representation in the boardroom, not only for reasons of fairness but because it will be to the benefit of business to draw on a wider talent pool and a diversity of viewpoints.
Every year, Kelly Services conducts a comprehensive survey of talent issues in many industries the world over. It is one aspect of an aggressive campaign to help the world’s companies understand what attracts, engages and motivates workers. This report is covering our findings about what workers in High Tech want.
SPOTLIGHT ON SCIENCE: PROMISING FUTURES FOR SCIENTIFIC AND CLINICAL RESEARCH ...Kelly Services
Scientists and clinical research professionals are in high demand due to strong projected growth in key industries. The demand for science professionals is 40% higher than other professions and science occupations are predicted to grow by 13% over the next decade, adding over 135,000 new jobs. This growth is driven by increasing global populations, healthcare needs, and demand for innovative solutions. Cities like Boston, San Francisco, and areas focused on natural resources like Houston and Dallas will see the most job opportunities. Mid-career scientists are well-positioned to take advantage of opportunities by gaining additional skills in areas like regulatory compliance, management, and data analytics.
This document provides information about an English communication course taught by Brandon Butler. The course aims to help students improve their English communication skills through a variety of everyday topics. Students will have opportunities to communicate their own information, opinions, and ideas. The class goals are to help students speak English more fluently and communicate more effectively in a natural and confident manner. The grading system includes assessments of attendance, homework, midterm exam, final exam and class participation. Rules for the class outline policies regarding attendance, homework, participation and behavior.
The Tru Files - Social Recruiting and PersonalizationKelly Services
The document discusses strategies for personalizing social recruiting efforts. It suggests moving beyond mass approaches to instead focus on attracting the right candidates by understanding them as members of an audience. Recruiters should develop long-term relationships and share engaging content to stay connected with candidates beyond individual job openings. Personalization involves customizing the candidate experience based on their profiles and interests to treat them as part of a lifelong professional community.
The Inca Empire spanned South America from 1463 to 1532, stretching over 2,500 miles across modern-day Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia, and Chile. At its peak, the Inca Empire had a population of around 9 million people and was among the most prosperous and advanced civilizations in the Americas. The Incas developed advanced agricultural techniques, cultivated over 100 varieties of potatoes, and built an extensive network of roads. They also developed a system of knots on strings called quipus for record keeping and used runners to efficiently relay messages across their vast empire.
The document summarizes the history of imperialism in Latin America following independence movements in the early 19th century. It discusses how newly independent countries struggled with civil wars and failed attempts at unification. It then covers the rise of dictators in Latin American countries and the establishment of the Monroe Doctrine. Specific events like the Texas Revolution, Mexican-American War, and Spanish-American War are summarized as they related to the expansion of US influence in the region. Theodore Roosevelt's expansionist foreign policy through projects like the Panama Canal further established American dominance in the Caribbean by the early 20th century.
This document introduces the concept of the Rashomon Effect through a 1950 Akira Kurosawa film that depicts conflicting accounts of the same event from different eyewitnesses. It discusses two short stories the film was based on and provides examples of how perspective and memory affect historical truth-telling. The document also references challenges to objectively perceiving and communicating past events.
The document summarizes the origins and growth of the Atlantic slave trade between Africa and the Americas. It discusses how slavery already existed in Africa and was non-hereditary. The slave trade expanded dramatically between the 1500s-1800s to supply labor for plantations in the Americas, with over 9.5 million slaves transported under brutal conditions. The triangular trade routes involved slaves transported from Africa to the Americas and goods transported from the Americas back to Europe and Africa. The slave trade was officially abolished in 1807 although slavery continued in practice for decades more.
This document provides exercises and instructions for an English language learning unit about introductions and getting to know classmates. It includes activities where students ask and answer questions about names, birthdays, hometowns, interests and dislikes. They practice both open-ended and yes/no question forms. Students then introduce their partner to the group, sharing something interesting about them. The document focuses on vocabulary and grammar for introductions, including do/does questions and forms of to be.
The document discusses the impact of communication technologies like writing, paper, and the printing press on society. It notes that writing was considered more important than battles or constitutions. The printing press in particular is credited with having a major social and political impact by enabling the spread of ideas. Martin Luther used the printing press to disseminate his writings and translations of the Bible, which helped drive the Protestant Reformation forward. His writings questioned established authorities and gave individual freedom of conscience.
The document summarizes key aspects of African nationalism and decolonization. It discusses how Europeans practiced paternalism over African citizens. It also describes how Pan-Africanism emerged as a belief in uniting Africa in response to European colonialism. Important figures like Marcus Garvey and Leopold Sedar Senghor promoted Pan-Africanism and negritude. After World War 2 weakened European powers, independence movements gained strength and new African nations emerged, though colonial legacies had lasting effects.
Making mistakes is an integral part of learning a language, but only if they are productive mistakes. Mangling a verb tense or using the wrong noun gender provides a learning opportunity. More serious mistakes, like using the wrong materials or burning yourself out, on the other hand, can be detrimental. Find out which mistakes haunt language learners, and how you can avoid them!
Project driven organization require lifecycle management to successfully deliver value to those paying for the outcomes of the project effort. This involves processes and data for Executive processes, Enterprise Governance, Program Management Office activities, Applications that enable the delivery of value, and overarching processes and data.
Trends Changing Digital Marketing (Updated Deck)Kyle Lacy
The document discusses digital marketing techniques including personalized home pages and recommendations. It notes that when transactional messages are personalized, sales conversion rates can increase up to 25%. Additionally, it recommends that marketing should be tailored to current customers and employees rather than always seeking new customers.
The document provides guidelines for print and outdoor advertisement design and layout. It discusses key elements like headlines, body copy, photos and logos. It recommends keeping designs simple with a focal point. Design strategies include using symmetry/asymmetry, contrast, emphasis and grouping related items. Color, typeface and formatting tips aim to maximize readability and legibility from a distance for outdoor ads. The goal is to clearly communicate the core message with simplicity and intrigue to engage viewers.
This document discusses the differences between open loop and closed loop control systems and their application to project management and software development. An open loop system does not use feedback to adjust its output, while a closed loop system compares its actual output to a target and uses feedback to correct any errors. For software projects, an open loop approach does not ensure meeting a planned completion date, while a closed loop approach uses feedback from progress measurements to manage toward the target date if deviations occur.
This document discusses strategies for employers to attract and retain baby boomer employees. It provides statistics about the baby boomer workforce, such as 57% of baby boomers aged 65+ enjoy their work. It also notes challenges, such as many baby boomers feeling less confident in their market value and concerns about ageism. However, baby boomers also have strengths like loyalty, experience, and entrepreneurial skills. The document recommends employers implement policies to appeal to baby boomers, such as flexible work arrangements, skills training, and phased retirement, in order to benefit from this talented pool of workers.
Engineers value roles that allow them to use their technical and analytical skills to solve real-world problems. They seek opportunities for career advancement through competitive salaries, job stability at large companies, and growth opportunities like training programs. Engineers dislike micromanagement, jobs that don't utilize their skills, and uncertainty regarding their employment. They are highly pragmatic and risk-averse, seeking roles with clearly defined processes and outcomes.
10 Mobile Marketing Campaigns That Went Viral and Made MillionsMark Fidelman
How do the best companies and agencies create effective mobile marketing campaigns that have high ROI and awareness? What are the best tools out there for you to use when trying to reach your target audience on mobile? Mobile marketing is becoming an indispensable solution to create awareness, drive sales, and entice users to act. But where do you start? How do you measure success? I'll cover how the best are doing it and reveal their secrets to you for the first time.
We Are Social's comprehensive new Digital in 2016 report presents internet, social media, and mobile usage statistics and trends from all over the world. It contains more than 500 infographics, including global data snapshots, regional overviews, and in-depth profiles of the digital landscapes in 30 of the world's key economies. For a more insightful analysis of the numbers contained in this report, please visit http://bit.ly/DSM2016ES.
Natural Resources: Career Development in Europe and AsiaKelly Services
This document discusses findings from the 2014 Kelly Global Workforce Index survey regarding career development in the natural resources sector. Some key findings include:
- Employee commitment and loyalty remain relatively low, with only around 30% feeling totally committed or more loyal compared to the previous year. Intention to switch jobs within a year is high at 63% globally.
- Most employees prioritize acquiring new skills over career advancement. However, there are regional differences, with those in APAC placing more importance on advancement.
- Less than half of employees report having career development discussions with their employers in the past year. These discussions do not consistently provide benefits in terms of new skills or advancement opportunities.
- Confidence in career prospects and
Financial Services: Career Development in Europe and AsiaKelly Services
This document summarizes the findings of a survey on career development in the financial services sector across Europe, Asia, and Africa. Some key findings include:
- Only around 30% of employees feel totally committed to their current employer and intend to stay loyal. Many intend to look for a new job within a year.
- While most employers provide training, under half of employees report having career development discussions. These discussions did not consistently help employees gain new skills or advancement opportunities.
- Overall, employees lack confidence in career prospects and pathways with their current employer. Less than half believe they have opportunities to advance or a clear career path.
- Training is the most commonly used career development resource, but satisfaction with
Life Science: Engaging Active and Passive Jobseekers in Europe and AsiaKelly Services
The document summarizes findings from the 2014 Kelly Global Workforce Index survey of over 230,000 employees in various regions and industries. Key findings regarding job seekers in the life sciences sector include:
1) Globally less than a third of employees in life sciences feel totally committed to their current employers, indicating disengagement, though engagement is higher in Asia-Pacific than Europe, Middle East and Africa.
2) Online job boards are the most common method for securing recent jobs, used by a quarter of respondents globally, while social media is increasingly used for career decisions and job searches.
3) Interest in participating in companies' online talent communities is higher in Asia-Pacific than Europe, seen as a
The document discusses a survey on employee career development. Some key findings include:
- Over half of employees globally are more interested in acquiring new skills than advancing to higher levels in their organizations. Interest in skills development is higher in EMEA than APAC.
- Many employees are willing to sacrifice higher pay for opportunities to learn new skills. More so in APAC than EMEA.
- While career development discussions are seen as beneficial, only around 38% of employees globally had one with their employer in the past year, ranging widely from 18-61% in different countries.
This document discusses the changing landscape of career development and upskilling. It finds that the responsibility for training and skills development has shifted from being solely the employer's responsibility to something employees now take more control over. Most employees undertake training for a promotion within their current company, though many are also motivated by advancing elsewhere or changing fields. On-the-job experience is the most desirable type of training. While over half of employees feel their employer's training is effective, specific skills like bilingual abilities, leadership, and creativity are areas many want to develop more.
The 2013 Kelly Global Workforce Index (KGWI) brings work and workplace insights sourced from more than 120,000 respondents from 31 countries across the Americas, EMEA and APAC regions.
This first installment, on the topic of Career Development and Upskilling, explores the changing focus on training and skills development, as employees become more proactive and self-reliant in managing their careers.
The document summarizes the findings of a study on talent management strategies among large organizations. It finds that organizations that systematically measure and manage their workforces ("Leaders") significantly outperform those that do not ("Laggards") across various business metrics. Leaders excel in areas like supporting work-life balance, using data analytics to inform strategy, measuring workforce quality/impact, and attracting top talent. The study identifies eight talent strategies that best differentiate Leaders from Laggards.
The document provides an overview and analysis of the 2014 China labor market based on surveys of employees and employers. Key findings include:
- Job satisfaction in China is lower than the Asia Pacific regional average, though job security feelings are similar.
- China has the highest rate in the region of workers actively seeking new jobs or planning to do so in the next year.
- Over half of Chinese employers believe there are skills gaps, and most think these negatively impact business.
- Training and development is the most common method used by Chinese companies to maintain or grow talent levels.
This document summarizes the key findings of a talent insight report focused on the global telecommunications sector. The report found that talent availability is the biggest issue faced by employers across Asia, North America, and Europe. Both employers and employees perceive salaries to be generally in line with industry averages, though some feel they fall below. Employees rated financial remuneration and work-life balance as the most important factors for happiness, while diversity was less important. Improving internal training was the most common initiative taken by companies to address skills shortages.
This document summarizes the key findings of a talent insight report focused on the global telecommunications sector. The report found that talent availability is the biggest issue faced by employers across Asia, North America, and Europe. Both employers and employees feel that salaries are generally in line with industry averages, though those who disagree tend to think salaries fall below average. When asked about factors affecting employee happiness, financial remuneration was rated as most important by both employees and employers. The report provides insights to help employers attract and retain talent in the telecommunications industry.
This document discusses workforce trends related to work-life design from Kelly's global workforce index survey. Some key findings include:
- Nearly one in three workers are embracing flexible work styles and going it alone as free agents, seeking employers that support work-life balance.
- Workers are looking to "design" the perfect balance between their personal and professional lives, valuing factors like flexible hours, workplace culture, benefits, and personal growth opportunities.
- Both men and women increasingly demand flexibility and support for integrating their work and personal lives from employers to feel engaged. Skilled workers especially expect their talents to be valued through a collaborative culture with innovation and change.
How does HR feel about its profession? The Frazer Jones Workstyle ReportThe SR Group
Whether it is job satisfaction, ambition, money, interaction with others or a combination of all of these, we all have different reasons for working. This report, from HR recruitment and search specialists Frazer Jones, provides an insight into how HR professionals really feel about their work, their environment and their profession, with comparisons drawn across key locations around the world. Alongside driving the business forward, the other chief responsibility of any HR professional’s job is to look after the welfare of the employees of a business, be it through recruiting them effectively, remunerating them competitively, developing their skills or creating an environment for them to be able to add maximum value to a business.
This report provides graphs and commentary detailing an overview of key drivers, with data compared for the UK,
continental Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australia.
An interesting survey on turnover and retention in 2015 in Australia by the AUSTRALIAN HUMAN RESOURCES INSTITUTE.
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The document discusses collaboration in the European workplace. It finds that only 47% of European workers feel their workplace promotes collaboration, and just 40% feel their organization's structure does. However, collaboration is becoming a key factor for improving business profitability and talent attraction and retention. Building a truly collaborative culture requires leadership from the top, training all employees, using diverse and collaborative teams, and collaborative technologies. Doing so can boost productivity, innovation, and both employee and business resilience.
This third installment, on the topic of Employee Engagement and Retention, looks in some depth at the employee-employer relationship, including issues such as employee loyalty, happiness and commitment to the job. It also examines views about the employer’s reputation as a preferred place to work, and the circumstances under which employees explore alternative jobs and careers.
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Guidance and inspiration for IT professionalsKelly Services
The document provides guidance and inspiration for IT professionals. It discusses that IT professionals are curious problem solvers who are innovators driving technological advancement. They possess skills vital to business success. The document also discusses traits that make successful IT hires such as being prepared, understanding the company and role, and demonstrating cultural fit. IT professionals are advised to avoid complacency and changing jobs without a plan. Work-life balance, leadership, dealing with ambiguity, and flexibility are also discussed as important skills for the future of IT.
12 ways a job placement agency can benefit college students and recent grads Kelly Services
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Guidance and inspiration for engineering professionals Kelly Services
The document provides guidance and inspiration for engineering professionals. It discusses how engineers possess curious minds and seek to understand and improve their surroundings. They solve issues in areas like energy, transportation, healthcare, and sustainability. The document emphasizes that engineers help improve life through innovation and new possibilities. It encourages engineers to find meaning and satisfaction in their work.
The document provides an economic and labor market outlook for 2017 and beyond. It finds that while global economic growth is expected to improve slightly to 2.8% in 2017, significant risks remain from political uncertainties. Unemployment is projected to continue declining as growth improves in most major regions. Specifically:
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Do you have what Scientific Hiring Managers are looking for?Kelly Services
The document summarizes findings from a survey of over 1,000 hiring managers in scientific and clinical fields. It discusses that while technical skills are important for securing an interview, hiring managers place equal emphasis on a candidate's interpersonal skills and cultural fit. Nearly 70% of managers say cultural fit plays an important role in evaluation. The document provides tips for candidates on emphasizing interpersonal skills through behavioral interview questions, researching company culture, and presenting themselves as a well-rounded candidate with skills in both technical areas and soft skills.
Do you have what Engineering Hiring Managers are looking for?Kelly Services
This document summarizes key insights from a survey of over 1,000 hiring managers, including 272 engineering hiring managers, on what they look for in candidates. It discusses that while technical skills are important, interpersonal skills and cultural fit are equally emphasized. Hiring managers evaluate cultural fit through behavioral questions and by assessing how candidates' skills match the job description. The ideal candidate has strong technical abilities as well as interpersonal skills like collaboration and the ability to voice differing opinions professionally.
Do you have what Hiring Managers are looking for?Kelly Services
The document discusses what hiring managers look for in candidates. It states that while technical skills are important, hiring managers also place significant emphasis on interpersonal skills. Nearly 70% of hiring managers say cultural fit is important in evaluating candidates. The document provides tips for interviewing such as researching the company culture, being prepared to discuss both successes and failures, and highlighting one's technical skills and qualifications for the position. It also gives examples of common behavior-based interview questions used to assess candidates' interpersonal skills.
The document discusses what hiring managers look for in candidates. It states that while technical skills are important, hiring managers also place significant emphasis on interpersonal skills. Nearly 70% of hiring managers say cultural fit is important in evaluating candidates. The document provides tips for interviewing such as researching the company culture, being prepared to discuss both successes and failures, and highlighting one's technical skills and qualifications for the position. It also gives examples of common behavior-based interview questions used to assess candidates' interpersonal skills.
The document provides advice on how to prepare for and conduct oneself during a job interview through a series of multiple choice questions. It suggests that the best approach is to thoroughly research the company beforehand, dress professionally, arrive early with questions prepared, thank the interviewer afterwards, and highlight one's relevant skills, experience, and cultural fit with the organization. Getting the majority of the multiple choice answers correct predicts a good chance of landing the job, while missing many points to areas for improvement in one's interviewing strategy.
Maßnahmen gegen den Fachkräftemangel in Europa in den Bereichen Mathematik, Informatik, Naturwissenschaft und Technik: Warum eine Strategie der Inklusion entscheidend ist.
Wenn wir den massiven Fachkräftemangel in den MINT-Berufen (Mathematik, Informatik, Naturwissenschaft und Technik) in Europa lindern wollen, müssen wir schleunigst damit beginnen, mehr Frauen einzustellen. Und wir müssen dabei an einem Strang ziehen. Zur Optimierung des MINT-Talentepools durch größere Diversität bedarf es jedoch mehr als nur ein wenig zusätzlicher Mühe bei der Personalanwerbung. Vor allem gilt es, ein Klima der Inklusion zu schaffen, das die Einstellung und Bindung von Frauen in der MINT-Branche begünstigt. Gleichzeitig müssen Unternehmen die Beseitigung von Vorurteilen und Barrieren zur Priorität erheben und zur Chefsache erklären; Führungskräfte müssen aktive Unterstützung leisten und institutionelle Verantwortung übernehmen. Des Weiteren ist es von wesentlicher Bedeutung, Frauen in diesen Berufen ein besseres Mentoring zu bieten und die Diversität weiter zu erhöhen. Denn es steht eine ganze Menge auf dem Spiel – und das betrifft nicht nur Ihr Unternehmen, sondern die Zukunft der Branche in ganz Europa.
Als Pionier auf dem Gebiet der Personaldienstleistungen und der Erforschung von Arbeitnehmervorlieben bietet Kelly Services eine umfassende Analyse, die verdeutlicht, weshalb es so wichtig ist, gegen die Unterrepräsentation von Frauen in Europas MINT-Branche anzugehen. Dabei untersuchen wir auch, welche Faktoren Unternehmen berücksichtigen müssen, um diese Spezialistinnen langfristig zu binden.
Neben der Analyse von Arbeitnehmervorlieben und psychographischen Einblicken auf Grundlage der Umfrageergebnisse aus dem Kelly Global Workforce Index von 2014 und 2015 werden in diesem Bericht auch Erkenntnisse aus der Kelly Free Agent Research-Studie von 2015 und sekundären Quellen berücksichtigt. Sofern nicht anders angegeben, stammen alle Statistiken aus aktuellen Arbeitsmarktstudien von Kelly.
KGWI: Women in STEM - A European PerspectiveKelly Services
This document discusses the importance of retaining women in STEM careers in Europe to help close the talent gap. It notes that women make up only 24% of science and engineering professionals in Europe. Flexible work arrangements are very important to retaining women in STEM across all levels and countries in Europe. The confidence gap between women and men in STEM fields is also discussed, with women generally feeling less confident in their skills and market demand compared to men. Recommendations to help boost women's confidence include sharing statistics, encouraging senior executives to sponsor high-potential women, making it easier for women to be mentors/role models, and ensuring job requirements focus on essential skills.
Global workers value work-life design elements that allow flexibility and balance between work and personal life. Flexible work arrangements are preferred by 31% of global workers. Professional and technical workers especially value work-life design and expect flexibility. Regional cultures also influence work preferences, with Americans prioritizing work-life balance and flexible schedules. Preferences between men and women are becoming less differentiated, though women place slightly higher importance on flexibility and friendships at work.
The Kelly Global Workforce Index (KGWI) is an annual global survey that is the largest study of its kind. In 2015, Kelly collected feedback from 164,000 workers across 28 countries across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC regions and a multitude of industries and occupations.
This study is taking a high level look at:
- Work-Life Design as it pertains to the global worker today.
- Women in STEM Talent Gap - a study that at the gap of women talent in STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering and Math – fields.
- Career Management – specifically the emerging trend of do-it-yourself (“DIY”) career development – as it pertains to the global worker seeking to be as resilient as possible in today’s uncertain environment
- Collaborative Work Environment as it pertains to the global worker today.
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The document provides tips and best practices for crafting an effective resume. It recommends customizing the resume for each job by highlighting relevant skills and experience. Key areas to focus on include accomplishments, skills, relevant industry keywords, and formatting for applicant tracking systems. Special circumstances like career changes or gaps in work history may require tweaking the standard resume format. Sample resumes in chronological and functional formats are also included.
CAREER FORWARD - THE TOOLS YOU NEED TO START MOVINGKelly Services
The document provides guidance on networking to advance one's career. It discusses how networking involves cultivating relationships that can provide career opportunities and advice. The document recommends developing an introductory presentation, identifying contacts within one's network, and using a variety of in-person and online methods to connect with professionals. It also provides tips for successful networking, such as asking informative questions, following leads immediately, and introducing contacts to one another.
The document summarizes the global economic and labor market outlook for the first quarter of 2016. It finds that while developed markets are expected to see moderate GDP growth and steady job creation, emerging markets face greater challenges due to slowing growth in China, low commodity prices, and political/fiscal issues in countries like Brazil and Russia. Unemployment is projected to rise in many emerging markets but remain stable or gradually fall in developed nations. Moderate economic expansion is forecast for Europe, but Eastern European countries and those dependent on oil will struggle. Growth in major Asian economies is also expected to cool slightly, restraining hiring, while India remains the fastest growing large economy.
Successful companies will likely employ a holistic approach to talent strategies that integrates various types of work arrangements and acknowledges individuals' varied life stages and needs. The basic principles of work-life design include recognition of the interdependence between employers and employees, integration of work and life priorities, and creation of a supportive work environment and culture. Elements valued by workers include flexible work arrangements, paid time off, wellness programs, and opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative culture that supports innovation.
Get Hired: Scientific Hiring Managers’ Top Secrets RevealedKelly Services
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Adapting to Change: Thriving in the Digital Age through the Right Skills and ...Robert Pinter
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Delta International is an ISO Certified top recruiting agency in Pakistan, recognized for its highly experienced recruiters. With a diverse range of international jobs for Pakistani workers, Delta International maintains extensive connections with overseas employers, making it one of the top 10 recruitment agencies in Pakistan. It stands out in the list of recruitment agencies in Pakistan for its exceptional services.
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Known for its expertise in the Gulf region, Delta International is among the top 10 international recruitment agencies, specializing in expert headhunting and candidate sourcing. This prominence places it in the list of top 10 overseas recruitment agencies in Pakistan. As one of the best overseas recruitment agencies in Pakistan, Delta International is a trusted name for manpower recruitment, particularly from Pakistan.
The agency is not just a leading name in Karachi but also recognized as one of the best recruitment agencies in Islamabad. Delta International consistently ranks as the top recruitment agency in Pakistan, earning its reputation among the top recruiting agencies in Pakistan. It is also regarded as one of the top overseas employment agencies in Pakistan.
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2. 2Kelly Global Workforce Index®
CONTENTSTHE KELLY GLOBAL WORKFORCE INDEX 2014
3 Where do employees
really like to work?
4 More than money
and promotion
9 Why employer size, location,
and track record all matter
13 Making the shift for work
16 New and emerging
flexible models of work
18 The organizational structure
that workers prefer
20 Looking in the mirror
21 How Kelly can help
The Kelly Global Workforce Index®
(KGWI) is an annual global survey
revealing opinions about work and
the workplace. Almost 230,000
people across the Americas; Europe,
the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA);
and Asia-Pacific (APAC) regions
responded to the 2014 survey.
The topics covered in the 2014
KGWI survey include:
• Engaging Active and
Passive Job Seekers
• Career Development
• The Candidate Experience
from Hiring to On-boarding
• Worker Preferences and
Workplace Agility.
This fourth installment, Worker
Preferences and Workplace Agility,
canvasses the value employees attach
to key elements of their work, including
skills, flexible work arrangements, and
even the idea of socially conscious work.
Employees also give a clue as to why
they are drawn to some organizations
and not others—shedding light on why
an employer’s geographic location,
size, and management structure all
play a part in talent selection.
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Understanding the features that drive
these employees to certain organizations
is vital in managing the talent mix.
While there’s no mistaking that pay is a
key driver of attraction and retention,
these workers also prioritize their
professional growth and personal
development. How a company looks and
feels also makes a difference.
The views and expectations surrounding
non-traditional work styles are also
shifting, and these can provide
employers with an edge in attracting
the best people.
Employers looking to retain current talent
might consider the trade-offs that could
hold appeal for their employees.
It is important to ensure a company’s
compensation and benefits are
competitive, but retaining workers also
involves improving work–life balance and
flexible work arrangements, and providing
employees with clear plans for their
further training and development.
Where do employees really like to work?
Life sciences employees embody some of the world’s most highly skilled human
capital. They are also in high demand by leading-edge innovators.
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More than money and promotion
The most attractive companies offer more than competitive pay
and benefits. They offer the opportunity to develop skills and a
clear pathway for progression. Indeed, the idea of learning new
skills at work may be worth more than higher pay and/or career
growth or advancement for many life sciences employees.
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More than half (58%) of the life
sciences employees surveyed
globally said they would be prepared to
give up higher pay and/or career growth
or advancement for the opportunity to
learn new skills.
The willingness to trade off pay for skills
is more prevalent in APAC (69%) than it
is in EMEA (55%).
Certain countries stand out for
employees’ willingness to sacrifice
remuneration in order to gain skills,
notably India (82%), Portugal (74%) and,
Australia (67%).
How likely would you be to give up higher pay and/or career growth or advancement for the
opportunity to learn new skills? (% “definitely would” and “would,” by country)
WILLINGNESS TO
TRADE OFF PAY
FOR SKILLS
GLOBAL AVERAGE: 58%
APAC AVERAGE: 69%
EMEA AVERAGE: 55%
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Skills development isn’t the only
thing important to life sciences
employees—they also value flexibility.
More than a third (35%) globally said
they would be prepared to give up
higher pay and/or career growth or
advancement for a more flexible work
schedule.
Considerably more employees in APAC
(49%) are willing to make these pay and
advancement sacrifices than those in
EMEA (28%).
How likely would you be to give up higher pay and/or career growth or advancement for a
more flexible work schedule? (% “definitely would” and “would,” by country)
WILLINGNESS TO
TRADE OFF PAY
FOR A FLEXIBLE
WORK SCHEDULE
GLOBAL AVERAGE: 35%
APAC AVERAGE: 49%
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Work–life balance is also important
to life sciences employees. A
total of 53% globally say they would
be prepared to give up higher pay
and/or career growth or advancement
for a better work–life balance.
The premium on work–life balance is
considerably greater in APAC, where
67% would be likely to make such
a sacrifice, than in EMEA (50%).
How likely would you be to give up higher pay and/or career growth or advancement for a
better work–life balance? (% “definitely would” and “would,” by country)
WILLINGNESS TO
TRADE OFF PAY FOR
WORK–LIFE BALANCE
GLOBAL AVERAGE: 53%
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There is also a group of employees
who are attracted to work that is
socially fulfilling, and who are willing
to give up pay and/or promotional
opportunities to pursue it.
More than a quarter (27%) of life
science wokers globally said they would
be likely to give up higher pay and/
or career growth or advancement for
an opportunity to do more socially
conscious work. The proportion likely
to do so is considerably higher in APAC
(40%) than in EMEA (23%).
How likely would you be to give up higher pay and/or career growth or advancement for an opportunity
to do more socially conscious work? (% “definitely would” and “would,” by country)
WILLINGNESS TO
TRADE OFF PAY
FOR SOCIALLY
CONSCIOUS WORK
GLOBAL AVERAGE: 27%
APAC AVERAGE: 40%
EMEA AVERAGE: 23%
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Why employer size, location,
and track record all matter
Attracting and retaining employees goes beyond offering competitive
pay, a good work–life balance, and advancement opportunities. An
organization’s characteristics—its geographic footprint, size, type,
and record of achievement—also factor into the equation.
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Globally a significant portion (40%)
of life sciences employees said
they have no preference about the
type of organization they work for—
whether it’s a global company, a national
company (operating in a single country),
or a regional company (operating in a
single region within a single country).
However, a sizable 44% would prefer
to work for a global company—almost
three times the number who would
prefer to work for a national company
(10%) or a regional company (6%).
The preference for global companies
is more pronounced in APAC
(70%) than in EMEA (49%).
What company geographic footprint would you most prefer? (%, by region)
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ORGANIZATION
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FOOTPRINT
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No preference
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7%
3%
20%
70%
11%
7%
34%
49%
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When it comes to the size of
the organization, the largest
percentage (39%) of life sciences
employees globally said it doesn’t matter.
However, more than a quarter (27%) are
drawn to mid-sized companies (those
with 50–1,000 employees), and the same
percentage prefers large companies
(those with more than 1,000 employees).
Only 7% prefer small businesses
(those with less than 50 employees).
APAC employees showed a clear
preference for large companies
(43%), while in EMEA preferences
were more evenly spread.
Small businesses were the
preferred choice of just 10% in
EMEA and 5% in APAC.
What company size would you most prefer? (%, by region)
PREFERRED
EMPLOYER
ORGANIZATION SIZE
Large company
(more than 1,000 employees)
No preference
Mid-sized company
(50–1,000 employees)
Small business
(less than 50 employees)
EMEA APAC
29%
43%
22%
5%
30%
25%
35%
10%
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When it comes to the type
of organizations that life
sicences employees like to work
for, they tend to lean toward firms
with an established presence.
While 37% globally have no preference,
40% said they want to work for a business
that is established, with some longevity.
This preference for established
companies is notable in both
EMEA (43%) and APAC (39%).
Fortune 100 or Fortune 500 companies
are only preferred by 12% in EMEA,
but by a much stronger 36% in APAC.
Start-up firms are preferred by only
8% in EMEA and 4% in APAC.
What type of company would you most prefer to work for? (%, by region)
PREFERRED
EMPLOYER
ORGANIZATION
TYPE
No preference
Established company
with longevity
Fortune 100 or
Fortune 500 company
Start-up company/
micropreneur
EMEA APAC
39%
4%
20%
36%
43%
8%
37%
12%
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Making the shift for work
Is it too much to ask employees to travel to find the right work?
Apparently not—a surprising number of workers are ready to relocate,
often considerable distances, in order to secure the work they want.
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Among life sciences employees,
there is a relatively high degree
of labor mobility, with a total of 75%
globally saying that they would be
ready to move for the right job: 18%
to another continent; 17% to another
state, region or province; 16% to
another city or town; 12% within the
same country, district or province
and 12% to another country.
Only 19% of employees surveyed
in APAC and 23% in EMEA are
not prepared to move.
How far would you be prepared to move for the right job? (%, by region)
WILLINGNESS TO
MOVE FOR WORK
EMEA
APAC
GLOBAL
0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25%
Another country
Within the same country/district/province
Another city/town
Another state/region/province
Another continent
Not willing to move
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0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
THE MIDDLE
EAST
AFRICASOUTH
AMERICA
THE ASIA-PACIFIC
REGION
DON'T
KNOW
NORTH
AMERICA
EUROPE
EMEA
APAC
GLOBAL
Among life sciences employees,
Europe stands out as the
destination of choice, cited by more
than a third (37%) of respondents,
followed by North America (25%).
Asia-Pacific region attracted only 9%,
followed by South America (4%), and
Africa and the Middle East (both 2%).
EMEA workers gravitated toward
their own continent (44%), while
those in APAC also predominantly
chose Europe (35%).
Aside from your own region, which part of the globe would you most want to work in? (%, by region)
PREFERRED
REGION TO WORK
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New and emerging
flexible models of work
Various alternatives to the traditional form of employment have
emerged in recent years, including freelancers, temporary employees,
contract employees, independent contractors, project-based Statement
of Work contractors, and entrepreneurs and business owners.
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APPEAL OF
NON-TRADITIONAL
EMPLOYMENT
Globally, 40% of life sciences
employees expressed an
interest in these non-traditional or
flexible employment alternatives.
Workers in APAC (45%) are more likely
to be interested in non-traditional or
flexible employment than those in
EMEA (31%).
To what degree are you interested in non-traditional or flexible employment? (% “very interested” and “interested,” by country)
GLOBAL AVERAGE: 40%
APAC AVERAGE: 45%
EMEA AVERAGE: 31%
GlobalItalyGermanyFranceUKSwitzerlandPortugalRussiaAustraliaHungaryIndiaNorwayChina
GlobalItalyGermanyFranceUKSwitzerlandPortugalRussiaAustraliaHungaryIndiaNorwayChina
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
AUSTRALIA
CHINA
GERMANY
HUNGARY
NORWAY
SWITZERLAND
ITALY
PORTUGAL
FRANCE
RUSSIA
THEUNITEDKINGDOM
INDIA
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The organizational structure
that workers prefer
Workplace structures vary greatly—virtual teams, collaborative
environments with cross-functional teams, flexible arrangements,
environments with both high risks and rewards, and environments
characterised by latest technology and equipment.
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IDEAL EMPLOYEE WORK
ENVIRONMENT
The ideal work environment for
life sciences employees is one
that offers collaboration (68%) and
flexible work arrangements (55%).
These workers also want exposure to
the latest technologies and equipment
(51%), a culture of innovation
(48%) and virtual teams (36%).
Fewer workers are attracted to
highly individualized structures with
limited teamwork (15%), competitive
environments with both high risks
and rewards (19%), and traditional
work arrangements (24%).
By region, flexible work arrangements
are more popular in APAC (60%) than
in EMEA (46%). Virtual teams and
competitive environments with high
risks and rewards are more attractive
to those in APAC than in EMEA.
Your ideal work environment would include which of the following features? (%, multiple responses allowed, by region)
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70
EMEA
APAC
GLOBAL
Highly individualized, limited teamwork and collaboration
Competitive, where rewards and risks are high
Traditional work arrangements, 9–5 schedules
Traditional hierarchical structure
Rapid pace with constant change
Matrix structure
Virtual teams
Culture of innovation and creativity
Exposure to latest technologies and equipment
Flexible arrangements, remote work, flexible schedules/hours
Highly collaborative environment (cross-functional teams)
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It is important for organizations to
understand the attributes that are
attractive to prospective employees.
Firms need to be able to assess their
relative appeal as an employer, and then
use this information to determine their
recruitment and retention strategies.
The KGWI shows that organization type,
size, location, and managerial structure all
carry weight when employees are deciding
where to work, and have a direct bearing on
remuneration and other benefits on offer.
Most candidates might not appreciate
these features from the outside, and
many organizations don’t use them as
a selling point.
Firms with less appeal to employees
may need to offer a premium, while the
most sought after companies can probably
afford to be less generous than the market
as a whole.
A culture that is collaborative, creative,
team-oriented, and focused on leading-
edge technologies may well be a strong
point of difference.
There are certain things that employers can
do to better understand and leverage their
position in the market:
• Conduct an employee “attraction” test
that will identify the organization’s appeal
in terms of its type, size, location, track
record, and organizational structure.
• Undertake an audit of the organization’s
“non-work” features that could be
attractive to employees and candidates,
and consider how they could be
embedded in the employment offering.
CONCLUSION
Looking in the mirror
• Encourage employees to identify
particular interests, such as lifestyle,
family, recreational, or other pursuits that
may provide an opportunity to inject
flexibility into the work schedule.
• Harness the organization’s positive
features to extend the recruiting footprint
to cities, regions, or even countries where
in-demand skills may be more plentiful.
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How Kelly can help
Kelly Services aims to understand the factors that drive the recruitment process
and deliver insights that help every employer source the best talent.
Understanding employees’ varying
motivations and employers’ needs
is a critical element in this. We know
that just as employers have different
requirements, employees bring their
own values, styles, and requirements.
One of the important aspects highlighted
by the KGWI survey is the diversity
of views among talent regarding the
most desirable places to work, as well
as distinct preferences for particular
organizational styles and types.
Kelly’s global presence, knowledge, and
experience helps employers to better
appreciate these traits and enables
organizations and employees to achieve
the optimum fit.
Knowledge of local markets, industry
sectors, and skills availability is crucial.
In a world where talent is increasingly
mobile, it is more important than ever
to reach into markets and regions where
skills can be harnessed to maximize
productivity and profitability.