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Really interesting contributions here. I wonder if interview payments for candidates will take off in the UK. It would certainly put a stop to ghosting and make the interview process more efficient.

Being a woman in the middle of peri-menopause who in 2023 decided to be self-employed in spring this year after being made redundant. Before I made this decision I made contact with a few companies in my local area and asked them about the menopause policy, they didn't have one which was a massive disappointment and led me to think I was better off working from home, using my skills to my advantage within my own rule set. With women suffering symptoms for up to 10 years before menopause and the average age of menopause is 51, women need workplace support from their mid-30s to their mid 50's and beyond. Is it no wonder without this essential workplace support women are leaving workplaces in their 40's and 50's leaving gaps that cause businesses to fall behind in skills along with their reputations? Let's do better together and support our women in business and educating males around this subject especially in already male-dominated industries is a must.

Interesting contributions, I wonder what fellow #eventprofs think of changes in the hospitality and events sector and how direct clients as well as agencies that support them will need adjust accordingly. Some of these would be; Green initiatives becoming one of the key elements to focus on when running events, as well as seeing more vegan and plant-based foods on menus, contactless tech becoming the norm, the use of AI and other cutting-edge tech will definitely ramp up further, what about the demand for locally sourced food and experiences, ability to be flexible and really work to exceptionally tight deadlines... there are so many more, its wonderful to see this sector thriving once more but there's no denying it is running at a million miles an hour which most definitely isn't sustainable in the long term.

Some interesting insights and predictions here. And some cause for optimism if the following becomes mainstream ”The best companies in 2024 will seize the opportunity to disrupt the status quo by turning insights into thoughtful action – such as meaningful policy and benefits that level the playing field – and learning and development for a higher standard of collective responsibility and care. Think mental health first aid training, tailored working models, low sensory work spaces, menopause policy and the smorgasbord of options available, but bespoke to team needs."

🤔 Being paid to attend job interviews will only work for some companies. Is it mad that this makes me think that some people will interview for the payment, and others could be breaching their employment contracts with current employers? 📋 AI may help against the rise of "fake candidates", but my experience shows that effective interviewing, assessment, and referencing already do this. Interviewing and other recruitment skills are now more valuable, in my opinion. 🔥 Gen Z vs the world. I have noticed that Gen Z cares about different things when searching for new jobs. Work hours are much more important, as are structured learning and proper career development. Pay is important to everyone. I think they have a lot to add to the workforce. Employers are already more focused on retention in my sector (Software and Tech).

I found this 'future focussed' article empty and disheartening with only a nod at the problems we are facing in the wider world. The knock on effects of climate change are huge in terms of the shape of the economy and therefore jobs. In the UK alone we will see: 1 Increased disruption in peoples ability to travel to work, which is fine for all of those whose job allows them to work from home. https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/about-us/press-office/news/weather-and-climate/2023/2024-first-chance-of-year-above-1.5-c-say-climate-scientists 2 A slew of tech being trashed, it's not just phones https://www.which.co.uk/reviews/mobile-phone-providers/article/the-uk-3g-network-switch-off-what-you-need-to-know-a28ou1e1RXJA 3 While a nice cup of tea appears to offer a respite, beware. 1 in 4 people in England are facing the prospect of serious water supply issues as Thames Water flounders https://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/markets/article-12828741/Thames-Water-crisis-deepens-debt-nears-15bn-profits-collapse.html 4 Still thinking of making that tradtional British cuppa? https://www.context.news/climate-risks/bangladesh-tea-workers-struggle-as-heat-and-drought-scorch-fields

Interesting... Definitely think that an 'unretirement' wave will grow in strength as the economy forces many of us to consider how to support our/any retirement... however I also think that this will result in many exploring new options and recreating themselves again... as one who has re-created themselves in the work/vocation space over 5 times (AND I am far older than the generations who will now do so every few years) it is a challenge BUT following one's dreams and the desire to leave a legacy inspire many of us... as for going out earlier and coming home earlier.... tell that to the young people who love to party.... perhaps the researchers were looking at the older generation for that one?!!

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Liking the idea that industry is ready for a wave of 'unretirement', i'm 57 and retired following redundancy this year only to rethink my future and retrain in in 3D image modelling and visualisation, coming from a 20 year background in 2D image manipulation. Looking forward to an exciting and productive 2024

Thanks, as always LinkedIn News UK - this is a must read at this time of year. #AI featuring highly, perhaps unsurprisingly, will be interesting to see how the tech can spot fake CVs and profile...especially if it's been AI generated in the first place. Is that like the 21st century eating itself?? Also interested to read about a 'Sleep Economy', and the going out trend which features everyone getting an early night - presumably it's all related? ;o) Great stuff...would encourage others to read this also. #futuretrends