Dexian, a leader in staffing and workforce solutions, unveils insights from its 2024 Work Futures Study, revealing significant disparities between worker expectations and employer practices across various aspects of employment.
- AI and the Hiring Process:
- Worker Perception: 72% of workers believe companies rely too much on technology and AI in hiring.
- Employer Struggles: Six in 10 employers face challenges in effectively integrating AI in hiring processes.
- Worker Preference: Only 48% of workers think tech-enabled job searches accelerate finding the right job, with merely 24% supporting AI in resume/application reviews.
- Importance of Flexibility:
- Shift in Preferences: 62% of workers find full-time jobs less appealing, emphasizing a preference for flexible work arrangements.
- Employer Response: Despite demand, 28% of employers lack formal methods to balance full-time roles with alternative talent arrangements.
- Job Decision Factor: 78% of workers prioritize employers offering diverse employment options (full-time, part-time, temporary, contractor, gig).
- Reskilling/Upskilling Challenges:
- Career Progression: 49% of workers struggle to advance due to rapid workplace changes.
- Continuous Learning: 75% feel the need to continually reskill, citing difficulties in planning future careers amid evolving technologies.
- Cultural Fit Importance:
- Worker Perspective: 24% of workers prioritize values, soft skills, and cultural fit when employers hire.
- Employer Practices: Only 43% undergo cultural assessments during hiring, while 50% feel employers don’t sufficiently build culture based on employee feedback.
CEO Perspective: Maruf Ahmed, CEO of Dexian, emphasizes the importance of ethical AI integration in hiring and meeting worker expectations for flexible work and career development amidst technological shifts.
Dexian’s 2024 Work Futures Study highlights critical areas where employers must align with evolving worker needs, from AI integration in hiring to fostering flexible work arrangements and investing in reskilling. Adapting to these dynamics not only enhances employer-employee relationships but also drives organizational success in the evolving world of work.
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