CFA Institute, the global association of investment professionals, today released the fourth report in its Future of Work series, exploring the Context, Culture, and Content of Work in the investment industry. Advancing technologies and hybrid working continue to change the shape of careers in finance. The Future of Work in Investment Management: The Future of Skills and Learning draws on CFA Institute survey […]
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Tech Jobs Growth Exceeds Expectations for the Month
Hiring activity for technology workers remains on an upward trajectory, countering reports of layoffs and reaffirming tech’s essential role in powering the nation’s economy, according to analysis by CompTIA, the nonprofit association for the information technology (IT) industry and workforce. Technology industry companies added 20,300 net new workers in June, the 19th consecutive month of employment growth, […]
A new way for HR and People Operations leaders to showcase their learning and development activity with LinkedIn Profile Badges
LifeLabs Learning, the source for instantly useful manager and team upskilling programs, today announced the launch of their LifeLabs Learning Profile Badges. These badges are a way for HR and People Operations professionals to build and showcase their digital identity, like which communities they belong to and which skill-building events they attend. The first drop […]
Employers: Ignore Your Employee Handbook at Your Own Risk
While not the most glamorous of HR tasks, the ever-evolving legal landscape and rise of hybrid and remote work have dramatically increased the importance of employee handbooks to company operations, according to Melissa Silver. Silver is the senior legal editor of policy solutions for XpertHR®, an HR strategy, compliance and data provider. “There is no law that requires an employer […]
Improving the Hiring Experience for Candidates and Employers: A Strategic Partnership Between Unicuspar and Incipio Workforce Solutions
UnicusPar, an applicant tracking system that automatically matches candidates with specific career opportunities, offers a new approach to hiring the best talent in the most effective way! Weston Burchett, Partner of UnicusPar, said, “Any size company can create an account, post a job, gain insight into qualified candidates, learn if they are a good match for […]
It’s Still A Candidate’s World: Majority Of Employees Will Job Hunt During A Recession
Greenhouse has released its Candidate Economic Sentiment Report, revealing that even fear of a looming recession hasn’t derailed the Great Resignation – job seekers continue to look for better jobs even during a downturn. The report, surveying over 1,500 employees in the United States, found that 57% of employees would actively look for a new job if we […]
Philippine President confers highest award to UAE-based Filipina business leader
The Office of the President of the Republic of the Philippines has conferred the Presidential Award — the highest recognition given by the Philippine government to Filipino individuals and organisations overseas — to UAE-based business leader Dr. Karen Remo. Dr. Remo, CEO and Managing Director of New Perspective Media Group and The Filipino Times, was […]
WISE unveils first playbook on learning ecosystems at the London Edtech Week
With an underlying focus on Edtech, WISE, an initiative of Qatar Foundation, held a series of discussions during the London Edtech Week, bringing together influential professionals from across the learning ecosystem to present their insights and offer their thoughts on current learning trends in both Europe and beyond. The WISE Edtech Accelerator hosted conversations with ventures such as OBRIZUM and Educare, […]
WHOOP® Launches WHOOP Unite™: an Industry-Leading Health and Performance Solution for Organizations
WHOOP, the human performance company, today announced the launch of WHOOP Unite, a pioneering solution that empowers organizations to elevate the health and resilience of their people. Unlike traditional applications and incentives that put the onus of improving mental and physical wellness squarely on individuals, WHOOP Unite is purpose-built for organizations. The platform equips leaders […]
GLAM Partners with Cisco to Equip Girls for Business and Leadership
GLAM (Girls Leadership Academy Meetup), the Silicon Valley-based nonprofit, today announced its partnership with Cisco in teaching girls aged 8-12 leadership and tech skills to help close the gender gap in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) sectors. As part of its partnership, 42 Cisco executives contributed their time and expertise to delivering the award-winning […]