AI, Skills and Future of Work

Why 41% of Workers Would Trade a Pay Rise for Better Training

By Esther Smith Talent and Lifecycle In a Nutshell A survey of 505 US hospitality workers found that 41% would choose better workplace training over a 5% pay rise. Among 25 to 34 year olds, that rose to 54%, making this the only age group where training beat pay. The more interesting finding is not…

The Death of the Ping Pong Table: Why Perks Never Solved the Real Problem

Global employee engagement fell to 20% in 2025, the lowest level Gallup has recorded since 2020. That marks two straight years of decline.

The Quant Talent Crisis: Under 9% of Graduates Deemed Ready for AI & Machine Learning

A severe skills mismatch is threatening the growth of one of the world’s most technologically advanced sectors. A new survey by the CQF Institute reveals that less than nine percent of quantitative finance professionals believe new university graduates possess the AI and machine learning expertise needed to succeed in the field. This striking insight confirms a major failure in…

Myth Busted: The ATS Isn’t Rejecting Your Candidates, Overwhelmed Recruiters Are

A new study by Enhancv, based on interviews with 25 U.S. recruiters, has decisively debunked the viral claim that Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) automatically reject the majority of resumes. The findings reveal a critical truth for Talent Acquisition (TA) leaders: the real bottleneck in hiring is human capacity and application volume, not flawed AI. Contrary to…

The Future of Work: Deep Listening and AI Reshape Employee Experience Management

The landscape of employee experience (EX) management is undergoing a significant transformation. As organisations increasingly recognise that a thriving workforce is central to business success, the tools and strategies used to understand and improve EX are evolving at pace. A pivotal new guide for navigating this complex market is The Forrester Wave™: Employee Experience Management Platforms,…

Frontline Worker Platform Flip Secures Significant Investment with AI Focus

Leading the charge in digital solutions for the deskless workforce, Flip, a prominent provider of communication and HR tools, has recently secured a substantial £22.2 million (approximately $28 million USD) in an extension to its Series A funding round. This new investment, from existing backers, underscores a strong market confidence in platforms specifically designed to…

46% of Workers Fear Skill Obsolescence Within 5 Years as AI Reshapes the Workplace

Austin, TX – Oct 2, 2024 – As technology and artificial intelligence reshapes industries, 46% of employees fear their skills will be obsolete within five years, with 29% expecting it to happen even sooner, according to new research from Kahoot!, the global learning and engagement platform. Regardless of this, the survey reveals significant barriers to successful upskilling, including…