As 2025 approaches, are we building skills for relevance—or resilience? The pace of change is unrelenting, and our approach to skill development must evolve just as rapidly. More than about closing gaps, this is about creating a workforce that can adapt to challenges we can’t yet foresee. The convergence of technology, generational shifts, and global...Read More

The rapid shift to digital hiring has made it easier than ever to connect job seekers with new opportunities, but it has also opened the door for a surge in recruiting scams and hiring scams. These scams are increasingly sophisticated, with fraudsters using convincing tactics to pose as recruiters or representatives of reputable companies, aiming...Read More

Amid rapid technological changes, it is tempting to think the future of work and future workforce skills are all about machines, algorithms, and automation. Yet, as leaders, we know that true competitive advantage still lies within our people — their creativity, adaptability, and judgment. The organizations that thrive in 2025 will not simply be those...Read More

Introduction  The career landscape is evolving, driven by a generation that refuses to be boxed in by the traditional 9-to-5 framework. Gen Z entrepreneurship is on the rise, with this youngest cohort entering the workforce; this is challenging the Gen Z hiring trends that conventional career paths once followed.   Gen Z aspirations lean heavily toward...Read More

Charlie Munger once famously remarked, “All I want to know is where I’m going to die, so I’ll never go there.” It sounds simple, but this principle of avoiding failure rather than seeking success has guided leaders like Munger, Bezos, and Musk in their decision-making. Instead of asking, “How do I succeed?”, they focus on...Read More

In recent years, the workforce has undergone significant changes, from the upheaval of the pandemic to the mass exodus during the Great Reshuffle. Now, we are witnessing what many call the “Big Stay,” a period characterized by a marked decline in employee departures. LinkedIn Insights data shows a 26% year-over-year drop in attrition rates, suggesting...Read More

As we approach 2025, the traditional playbook for employee retention strategies is being rewritten. Companies are embracing innovative workforce retention strategies that prioritize strategic workforce planning, employee engagement analytics, and organizational agility. The shift is not just a response to the evolving demands of the workforce but a proactive approach to shaping future workplace trends....Read More

Insights from VBeyond Corporation’s comprehensive survey on campus recruitment trends, Evolving Paradigms in Campus Recruitment: Insights and Strategies for Aligning Higher Education with Industry Demands, reveal a critical need for strategic higher education and academic industry partnerships. As the survey highlights, the dynamic landscape of campus placements is influenced by evolving student expectations, economic conditions,...Read More

Introduction  In a startling reversal, Google, once the dream destination for every aspiring tech guru, has slipped to a mere 7th place in the preferences of Gen Z, says an article in Business Insider. This shift signals a deeper transformation in the aspirations of a generation once synonymous with Silicon Valley’s glitter.   Why are tomorrow’s...Read More

Introduction  “Have you ever wondered if your institution is inadvertently setting up students for failure in the real world?”  The gap between academic knowledge and practical skills is becoming increasingly evident in the job market, underscoring the importance of integrating real-world applications into educational frameworks. As industries advance rapidly, the demand for graduates who are...Read More