Tag: Employee development
Majority of UK businesses struggle to find tech talent
The latest report by Hyve Managed Hosting paints a picture of the UK’s tech industry, showing that 80% of businesses struggle to find the skilled professionals they need to stay competitive. “Our report highlights just how complex a strategy is required...
Majority of workers over 50 believe age blocks job opportunities
A recent Hays study highlights that most workers over 50 feel their age affects their job prospects, sparking calls for businesses to adopt more inclusive recruitment and career advancement practices. According to the study, 61% of workers, regardless of age, believe...
Over 70% of workers willing to sacrifice pay for a 4-day week
According to research from Owl Labs, as many as 73% of UK workers are willing to take a pay cut in exchange for a four-day workweek. This is an increase from 65% in 2023, showing a growing desire for more...
72% of Gen Z reject middle management- is this a leadership crisis in the making?
Recent research from Robert Walters has revealed growing disillusionment among younger UK professionals regarding middle management roles, with over half of Generation Z professionals (those born between 1997 and 2010) expressing no desire to pursue these positions. According to the study,...
Half of employers overlook tailored benefits for gender and age groups
A survey by Towergate Health & Protection showed that although 76% of employers receive requests for more tailored benefits, nearly half (44%) still offer the same perks to all employees, regardless of age, lifestyle, or risk factors. In addition, 40%...
One in three workers want AI banned
According to a recent survey by Cypher Learning, one in three (33%) workers want AI banned from the workplace, and 45% are worried about AI’s impact on their job security. The study, which surveyed workers from the UK, the US,...
Only 45% of workers have flexibility in their schedules
Research from Personio reveals that only 45% of workers feel they have the flexibility to work at times they prefer, showing a gap between employee expectations and company practices. The report also showed that only 57% are satisfied with their...
Organisations are struggling with talent and skills needed for their workforce
Organisations are currently struggling to deliver on talent needs. 41% of HR leaders agree that their workforce lacks the required skills. The new research from Gartner has found that half of HR leaders agree that their organisation does not effectively...
Only 33% of employees feel EVP promises are delivered, so what’s holding companies back?
A recent Gartner survey revealed that only 33% of employees say their organization delivers on the promises made in its employee value proposition (EVP). The research highlights a growing disconnect between companies’ efforts to enhance EVP and employee perceptions. “Organizations are...
Over 50% of employees urge companies to respect work-life boundaries amid growing stress
A recent report by Protime revealed that 67% of employees feel unable to disconnect from work fully, emphasising the blurred boundaries between personal and professional life. Even though 93% of employees highlight the importance of a healthy work-life balance for their well-being,...