Future of Work Special Report
The Future of Work looks at how the pandemic has accelerated profound change in the way we work and has condensed an estimated five years of ecommerce growth into a single year.
Off the ladder: the rise of the portfolio career and the lateral move
From lateral moves to multiple income streams, Irish workers are increasingly rejecting the traditional single-employer career path – and smart companies are taking note
Reimagining and redefining work for an uncertain future
If AI spells rapid change, businesses’ priority should be to build organisations that can keep learning, adapting and experimenting
The five Cs of employee engagement: How to turn human resources into an ‘experience architect’
In an era of intense competition for talent, how HR can build the right conditions for retention and performance
Can the EU Pay Transparency Directive close the gender pay gap?
Directive represents the most significant legislative shift in equal pay enforcement in decades
Weighing up your pension options: My Future Fund pros and cons
People enrolled in Ireland’s new national auto-enrolment pension scheme have a two-month window to leave it. What is the best option for you?
Leadership in an AI world - a fundamentally different approach is needed
Just 5 per cent of executives believe their workforce is fully prepared for more advanced forms of AI such as agentic systems
Making the most of the multigenerational talent melting pot
How to manage a workforce spanning four generations to their and your organisation’s advantage
Quiet cracking: The workplace trend that can creep up on employers
Condition manifests in ‘reduced enthusiasm ... and employees emotionally withdrawing’ while continuing to meet minimum expectations
Thriving in the age of AI: Don’t panic and start learning
The people best positioned for the future will be those who combine AI literacy with distinctly human strengths
Tapping into the opportunities presented by the multigenerational workplace
More people staying in work longer means employers can harness experience, boost inclusion and rethink career paths for all generations
Secrets to success in a transformed world of work
The challenges posed by change, from AI and remote work to an ageing workforce, mean companies need not just tech but better planning, leadership and support for their people
Diversity at a crossroads: Irish employers navigate a shifting DEI landscape
The Trump effect is causing some companies commited to DEI to be less vocal about it and others to double down, but some are backing away
‘Proximity bias’: Is out of sight out of mind for remote workers?
Leaders can unconsciously favour people who are physically closer to them – but there are strategies employees and organisations can embrace to level the playing field
Making a song and dance on the way through the exit door
Revenge quitting is a new headache for human resource professionals, with disgruntled ex-employees airing grievances outside organisations, including on social media
Upskilling for Ireland’s renewable energy strategy presents challenges and opportunities
Key to success of State’s green energy transition is achieving a balanced workforce of specialists and experts in renewable technologies and support functions
Filling tomorrow’s skills gaps today: how to plan for jobs that don’t yet exist
Rapid technological and economic change means business success will soon depend on agility and innovation, while employees who commit to reinvention will be best placed for new opportunities
The long wait for auto-enrolment pensions continues
After more than 20 years of talk and several false starts, the State’s retirement savings scheme has been pushed back once more, leaving 800,000 workers still waiting
When it’s about more than just the price tag
In a shifting economic climate, HR leaders must balance financial security with flexibility and purpose to craft a benefits strategy that attracts, retains, and truly resonates with a multigenerational workforce
AI won’t steal your job – the human who knows how to use it will
From students to CEOs, everyone needs to get AI-savvy. The workplaces of the future will reward those who keep up
‘Proximity bias’: Is out of sight out of mind for remote workers?
Leaders can unconsciously favour people who are physically closer to them – but there are strategies employees and organisations can embrace to level the playing field
Upskill to thrive in dynamic environment of emerging technologies
Firms must meet the challenges of a rapidly changing technology landscape by investing in talent development
Maximise your employee value proposition to recruit the best people
Organisations are working overtime to make themselves employers of choice – here’s how
Is closing the gender pay gap really opening the door for women?
Although legislation has seen employers begin to address the gender pay gap, career progression is another matter
Tech is transforming work. We just need to learn how to switch off
Connectivity allows us to work anywhere from any device but that doesn’t change employees’ fundamental needs
Employers need to think laterally to win the talent competition
With competition for staff at an all-time high, organisations must be strategic to attract the right people
The workplace has changed – but the tectonic plates are still shifting
About two thirds of employees in Ireland engage in a hybrid working model
AI will transform work but will it be an augmentor or a destroyer?
Artificial intelligence is not meant to replace humans but to better unlock our potential. Can it?
Hybrid still brings benefits but it won’t work in every situation
With flexible working now a requirement of many employees, effective management practices are essential
Diversity in the workplace leads to better decisions and innovation
Workplace diversity policies go far beyond mere compliance exercises
Shift in hiring focus may help fill gaps amid global talent shortage
With growth outstripping workers, building strong talent pipelines is also key to continued success
How to plan for the future when the only certainty is uncertainty
Businesses must be proactive in analysing their abilities to stress-test the impact of the present turmoil on their business models, writes Edel Corrigan
The transformation of HR from supporting role to strategic partner
Human resources increasingly uses technology and data to improve employee experience and business performance, writes Deanna O’Connor
Nine trends affecting workplaces today
From flexibility to culture, retention to chatbots, Sandra O’Connell reports on the issues encountered in workplaces around the country
Crosswords & Puzzles
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Common Ground
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
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