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No matter how much someone enjoys their work, if their #ProfessionalRelationships aren't up to scratch, it could result in you losing your best employees. So what can we do to strengthen professional employee relationships? Find out here: heyor.ca/xhK3uV

AI is creating new jobs across industries with roles like “prompt engineers” growing. Exact predictions are difficult to make, but what is clear is that the #FutureWorkforce will need to train in response. More here: heyor.ca/N4XKLG

#MachineLearning (ML) stands to have a major impact on recruitment over the coming years. This will likely transform how #TopTalent is identified and hired, bringing unprecedented efficiency and accuracy to the onboarding of new hires! Read more: heyor.ca/JXPID7

The UK has retained its crown as the number one destination in Europe for investment by #VentureCapital in the tech sector. This comes as UK startups and scale-ups raised £7.4bn during the first six months of 2024. More here: heyor.ca/oYxV0x

Have you heard of the new '#HushedHybrid' trend sweeping offices at the moment? Where employers are forcing return to office mandates, some employees are working with their manager in secret to allow work from home days where possible. More here: heyor.ca/tBxNkt

In the US, public figures have criticised #DEIEfforts, arguing that they replace one form of discrimination with another. And although the UK and the US are economically similar, research indicates that UK workers generally view #DEI efforts positively. heyor.ca/y8MM0Q

Is leveraging technology the key to staying ahead in the competitive HR environment? Some argue that AI has created new opportunities for #HR to re-invent itself due to the smart tools available to optimise and #AutomateProcesses. bit.ly/4bxnnZm

62% of business leaders said they are now splitting their time between a central office, local #FlexibleWorkspace or office, and home. This marks a notable rise in the use of workspaces outside of city centres and closer to where they live. More here: heyor.ca/UVh9y1

Why is #BigTech still failing to make progress on #DEI? Across Big Tech, DEI programs are being deprioritised, for example Zoom laid off a DEI team earlier this year, and Google and Meta have also made DEI-related cuts. Check out the story here: heyor.ca/tRhWxF

UK-based #AIStartups are on track for a record-breaking fundraising year with experts estimating they will raise a record-breaking estimated £3.4bn by the end of the year. Check out this article highlighting the startups who have raised the most: heyor.ca/bwfYK2

When you work with us, we will help you to: 1️⃣ Recruit and onboard enthusiastic talent 2️⃣ Develop impactful strategies for retaining talent 3️⃣ Embed key checkpoints within processes 4️⃣ Create a set of mechanisms for setting goals and driving outcomes bit.ly/4cSZsFb

Did you know that 1 in 10 Brits will log off work early if it's sunny outside? ☀️ 4% have even admitted to calling in sick during a #Heatwave! Have you ever done this? Or do you think your employees have? 😅 Read more here: bit.ly/4bwCCBR

Has #Microsoft merged with Inflection #AI? Key employees at Inflection AI left the company in March to join Microsoft, with co-founder Mustafa Suleyman becoming head of its new AI division. Read more: heyor.ca/pLbx83

Some bosses are pushing back against #HybridWork and implementing strict policies to get employees in the office, even if it means losing workers. What is your opinion on hybrid working? Do you think employees should return to the office full time? heyor.ca/BW8AyP

According to Google and other huge platforms, the future of work depends on #AIUpskilling as the majority of tech jobs will be transformed by AI. In particular, workers will need upskilling in: 🔹 AI literacy 🔹 Data analytics 🔹 Prompt engineering heyor.ca/XzoX24

#DEI success stems from strong leadership, according to research. In a survey of 180 Black executives, 73% who rated their companies as strong DEI performers credited their CEOs. Strong DEI initiatives also correlated with high rates of job satisfaction. bit.ly/4bFBpZm

Female employees are calling for a change in #MenopausalPolicies with up to 66% of working adults who are menopausal feel that it is still a taboo subject. Providing accommodations like a defined menopause support policy can go a long way. bit.ly/3VWbUwX

Has #HybridWorking changed meetings forever? Some experts think so after finding that virtual meetings haven't decreased since the rise of return to office mandates. Many employees are continuing with virtual meetings, even when in the same office. bit.ly/3VVl9xq

82% of business leaders have deployed AI to improve efficiency by #AutomatingProcesses, freeing employees for higher-value work. Leadership in the age of #AI requires executives to strike a balance between ethical implications and harnessing advantages. bit.ly/3zxFcuj

With ever-changing societal beliefs, companies cannot afford to take their foot off the #DEI pedal. Whether you're re-thinking organisational structure, opening up your hiring globally or implementing other forms of DEI, it's more important than ever. on.ft.com/4eQcgOg