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Unemployment, defined as the state of being without any work but actively seeking employment, and underemployment, which refers to individuals working below their skill level or part-time when they desire full-time work, are crucial and multifaceted issues that significantly impact the ability to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 8 which is dedicated to promoting decent work and fostering economic growth. #solvetheproblemwithbridgeQE#

I think that the new government has shown that it willing to think about doing things differently and I’m hoping that this is the case with the work and health agenda. I was looking at the SOHAS archive for a presentation that I’m doing later in the week. I looked at some of the advice summaries from the 1990’s and it didn’t come as a shock that we are giving advice on virtually the same issues as we do today. This got me thinking about the welfare to work agenda that we are looking at in a lot more detail. I think it’s fair to say that things aren't working when you come across figures that show only 22% of people who moved into a job under the main government scheme are still employed 2 years later. When I lasted looked at the percentage of people who are economically inactive in Sheffield, it was virtually the same as it was 20 years ago. The issue where companies can’t recruit into vacant jobs has been around for some time, even when the unemployment rate is going up has around for a while. I think that you can argue that there has been little new thinking in how we get unemployed people into a job and maybe that’s a good thing…. Maybe it’s time to look at things that were tried some time ago, but never took off in the UK. One example is job rotation. This is a model where low skilled and income groups are given work experience and vocational training as a way of improving their skills. The part that I do like is the people who are given work experience, carry out an existing job while being paid a proper wage that doesn’t affect their benefits. The employee whose job is being carried out is released to do training with the aim to increase their skill levels. At a time where many organisations where employees require upskilling due to new technologies, job rotation could be a useful way of making employees more productive and giving the unemployed to show that with the right support and training that they can move back into employment. As the government is looking to improve UK productivity and move more people into a job, we need to think about what works better than what we do now. Job rotation has been embedded in Danish government policy since the 1980’s and appears to be working well. I think it’s time may of come…

In today’s job market, top talent looks beyond just salary. From my own experience, I can say that lack of benefits is a deal-breaker. As a job seeker, if a company didn’t offer benefits, I immediately moved on. This poses a challenge for small businesses with tighter budgets for salaries and benefits. That's where Colonial Life can help! We offer 100% voluntary benefits that come at no cost to your business and are affordable for your employees. Many small businesses are also adopting a small monthly stipend, such as $20 per employee, which employees can use toward any policy they choose. These options are low to no cost for your business, differentiate you from the competition, and help attract top talent. #smallbusiness #letstalk #hiringnashville

So many #workforce programs focus on connecting lower-income populations with entry-level jobs. Should they do more? Can they do more? People's potential doesn't stop at $17/hr. And many barriers never go away. My hunch is that revenue drives this dilemma. A lot of public sector funding goes away once people get hired. Private sector dollars focus heavily on increasing talent pools to avoid increasing wages. This feels a little like the Product Adoption Cycle conundrum to me. That chasm or cliff or whatever you want to call it, bothers me. Have you seen programs that successfully assist participants all the way to living wage and quality jobs?

The new Federal government looks poised to make wide-ranging changes to the labour market, some of which could affect your business. Many of these proposed changes were discussed at the Jobs and Skills Summit in Canberra at the beginning of September. Some will be good news for small businesses, especially those battling skills shortages. Others may not be. Some may never see the light of day. Others have already found themselves on the government’s “immediate actions” list and are currently being consulted on. #LabourMarket #Jobs #Workforce #LabourShortage #JobsandSkillsAustralia #Multi-employerbargaining #SkillsShortage #BOOT #Productivity #CollectiveBargaining https://lnkd.in/gkiMAx5n

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A new support scheme is set to be unveiled by year-end, which offers crucial assistance to those facing involuntary unemployment. The priorities outlined for the coming year include preparing workers for future job opportunities and promoting fair workplace practices. Initiatives like the Career Conversion Programme and Overseas Markets Immersion Programme will equip individuals with essential skills for global competitiveness. #empowerment #workforcedevelopment #futureofwork #linkedcorp

Not only are fewer workers leaving their jobs, fewer are trying to. The Wall Street Journal cites recent data that shows why workers are thinking twice: the job market is tight and switching roles became much less lucrative in the last year-plus. The Journal also notes a recent poll that shows worker satisfaction is up because of solid compensation and flexibility. Piled together, workers stay put because any enticement to leave would have to be dramatic, and those can't-say-no opportunities have become rarer. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eKeERPdD Summary ✍: Todd Dybas

In this read something impactful was said that I look forward to sharing with my team. It shares the feedback of workers quitting less and one of the causes being them finding a balance within their current jobs/roles. As some of our roles may come with opportunities that can really get under our skin, I look forward to hearing what their balance is and what makes working here/there worth while and build on it. #AddValue #iWorkForComcast

As we confront America’s current labor shortage, it’s evident that we’re dealing with a complex landscape. Factors like demographic shifts and the lasting impacts of the pandemic have reshaped the workforce. There’s also a growing disconnect between the skills employers need and what job seekers bring to the table, highlighting the pressing need for tailored education and training programs. At Universal Technical Institute, we’re committed to addressing these challenges head-on. Through hands-on training that meets industry demands, we’re preparing our students to fill critical roles in a changing job market. #LaborShortage #WorkforceDevelopment #SkillsGap #SkilledTrades