Indian job market to see 22 pc churn in 5 yrs; AI, machine learning among top roles: WEF The global job market churn rate stands at 23%, with 69 million jobs likely to be created and 83 million eliminated by 2027, as per the latest Future of Jobs report by the World Economic Forum (WEF). AI and machine learning spec…

Transferable skills in the age of career shifts and uncertainty Transferable skills are becoming increasingly important as people evaluate career changes in today's times. These skills are portable, beyond technical skills required for a specific job. Critical thinking, problem-solving, adaptability, teamwork, a…

Six mid-career side hustles to pursue in 2023 Midlife individuals who are seeking a career shift, increased income or a way to pursue their passions can benefit from side hustles. Different side hustles that can provide a sense of fulfillment include freelancing, online/in-person teaching or tutoring, personal fitne…

Why creating psychologically safe workplaces is crucial for overall well-being A recent report titled "Where the Mind is Without Fear" by Indeed highlights that over 47% of individuals experience mental health issues that make them feel psychologically unsafe at their workplace, followed by inadequate comm…

Non-tech sectors to hire over 1 million tech professionals by 2027-28: Report According to TeamLease Services 'Digital People Supply Chain Report - Tech in Non-Tech' for H1-2024, at a fast-growing 7.53 per cent CAGR, industries that are primarily in the non-tech sector, such as BFSI and consulting, communic…

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How solopreneurs and freelancers can use generative AI The rise of solopreneurship and freelancing is on the rise globally and in India, according to the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor report and Refrens, a Bangalore-based business operating platform for freelancers and agencies across the world. The report found t…

Creating a safe space: The key to retaining new hires Creating a safe space for employees is essential for new hires to transition smoothly into their new role and bring their authentic selves to work. According to the Indeed DI&B study, 32% of employees believe they can be their true selves when provided psycho…

Why you should be interested in Product Management and where you can learn it As society increasingly becomes more reliant on technology, product management has become a highly sought-after career path. Businesses are looking for individuals who can offer a well-rounded perspective on a product and make it as succes…

How Skill-Lync is reimagining Indian engineering education via partnerships, collaborations New players are upending old educational models as the Indian engineering industry expands and changes, clearing the path for a more innovative approach to education. One such participant is Skill-Lync, an Indian ed-tech and …

Career Guidance – what it is, when you need it, and how it helps shape your future In India, career guidance often comes from family and friends with no certified expert guidance. Only 13.2% of surveyed students in a report released by iDream Careers received professional career guidance, with the rest choosing advi…

Mixed show for formal job creation in February While net additions to the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation increased, new subscriptions to the Employees' State Insurance Corporation and National Pension Scheme declined.

Blue-collar job vacancies grew 7% in March to 57,11,154: Report According to the report, the requirement for security service jobs has tripled over the past year and shown a 219 per cent increase on a year-on-year.

Why do Indian employees feel they are underpaid? Despite feeling underpaid, Indian employees are dedicated to their jobs. They are giving away 10 hours and 39 minutes of unpaid time per week, followed by Singaporeans (eight hours and 11 minutes), Chinese (seven and a half hours), and Australians (seven hours and 10 …

Non-techies, AI has job opportunities for you as well: Five non-tech roles in AI Artificial intelligence (AI) offers non-technical job opportunities for those with a fascination for the subject. Writers can build on rising demand for AI content creation by writing conversation and manuals for AI systems. Project man…

Ad major Publicis Groupe India looks to step up hiring Publicis Groupe APAC CEO Jane Lin-Baden said the Indian business continued its strong growth momentum in 2022. She added that India's importance for Publicis Groupe goes beyond the double-digit growth that the market has been delivering year-on-year.

Skills, competencies will drive future than degrees; old jobs vanishing due to technology: Dharmendra Pradhan During the conference, industry, academia, startup ecosystem and other stakeholders will brainstorm about reimagining the skilling ecosystem, creating future-ready global citizens and making India a global h…

Top underrated professions where you can earn in lakhs Gone are the days when young minds had no other option but to become doctors, engineers or lawyers. Here are 6 underrated career choices that will pay you in lakhs

Students found to fare better at accounting exams than ChatGPT Researchers from Brigham Young University and 186 other universities tested OpenAI's ChatGPT on accounting exams and found students to perform better. However, researchers called ChatGPT's performance impressive and recognised it as a game change…

Can a mid-career professional switch to AI? Yes, and here’s how As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to be adopted across various industries, mid-career professionals are considering a shift to AI-related roles such as data scientist, AI ethicist, and research analyst. To transition into AI, it is important to …

Survey shows 6.25% hike in average CEO compensation The reason for the zero change to CXO compensation, according to Deloitte, is that the pool has seen an influx of young talent whose previous packages were relatively low, especially in the areas of digital, technology, sales and marketing.

Most employees in India to continue learning through their career to stay relevant: Report Pearson Skills Outlook report, Employee View, is based on a survey among 4,000 people in four countries like the US, the UK, India and Brazil. It included 1,000 respondents from India.

National Civil Services Day: Is the IAS, India's so-called steel frame, rusting? Like much else in the Indian nation-state, its civil service also came from the British Raj. It was started by the East India Company and was called the Honourable East India Company's Civil Service. In 1858, after the end of th…

IT hubs Hyderabad, Delhi, Bengaluru top locations for apprentice job in Q4: Report "In 2023, we expect to see a promising outlook for apprenticeship engagement in India, with continued growth in locations like Hyderabad, Delhi, and Bangalore. These cities, being hubs of the IT/tech industry, provide ample oppor…

Who’s driving the ESG mandate in the boardroom? Adopting practices that adhere to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria is becoming increasingly important for large companies due to regulatory requirements and stakeholder demands. In India, top listed corporations have to make ESG disclosures, and the…