ManpowerGroup Workforce Compass: April Edition

In this issue of ManpowerGroup Workforce Compass, we share the results of a new World Employment Confederation (WEC) study on “Agile Talent in the Age of AI” developed in partnership with ManpowerGroup. Workforce futurist Alexandra Levit shares her insights on the Future of Skills and the Age of Adaptability. Our Chief Innovation Officer Dr Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic shares techniques to strengthen curiosity with Harvard Business Review.  

Discover how the energy transition intertwines with a skills revolution, shaping tomorrow's workforce like never before. We hope you enjoy this month’s issue as we explore the top trends influencing the future of work.

Majority of Global Business Leaders Believe AI Will Increase Need for New Employee Skills

More than eight out of ten (81%) business leaders believe advances in artificial intelligence (AI) will require new skills and new ways of getting work done, according to new research from the World Employment Confederation (WEC), of which ManpowerGroup is a member. Yet, despite this awareness, 78% are concerned that they cannot train employees fast enough to keep pace with technological developments in the next three years. 

The findings are part of "The Work We Want," a global initiative commissioned by WEC. The first installment of this new international research, "Agile Talent in the Age of AI," details how generative AI will radically reshape workforces, requiring new soft and technical skills to realize the potential technology offers. 

The Future of Skills in the Age of Adaptability

In ManpowerGroup ’s 2024 Age of Adaptability trend report, we share how current demographic shifts are exacerbating labor shortages. Specifically, by 2030, members of Generation Z (born 1996-2012) will compose 58% of the workforce and a majority of the large baby boom generation will have retired.  

This article explores the significant implications for employers and what they can do to get ahead of the increasing challenge of recruiting and retaining skilled talent.  

How to Strengthen Your Curiosity Muscle

With the future of work changing more rapidly than ever before, building a culture of curiosity will become increasingly important for business leaders. ManpowerGroup Chief Innovation Officer Dr Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic shares his recommendations for strengthening curiosity in a recent article published by Harvard Business Review.  

Unlocking the Future: Exploring the Transformative Potential of the Energy Sector's Workforce

In anticipation of the 26th World Energy Congress in Rotterdam, explore the future of the energy sector's workforce through Yusuf Latief's exclusive interview with Riccardo Barberis, President of ManpowerGroup's Northern Europe Region. Delve into how the energy transition is driving a skills revolution, reshaping tomorrow's workforce in unprecedented ways. Don't miss Riccardo Barberis' insights at the congress from April 22-25, 2024. Register here. 

UN Global Compact CEO Visits ManpowerGroup Headquarters

We were pleased to welcome Sanda Ojiambo, CEO of the United Nations Global Compact and UN Assistant Secretary-General and her team, at our Milwaukee HQ. Together with Ruth Harper, our Chief Marketing & Sustainability Officer, we discussed our shared commitment to #WorkingToChangetheWorld. 

Partnering with organizations like the UN Global Compact, celebrated for its legacy of enhancing global living and working conditions, reflects our dedication to positive social outcomes. Since signing the UN Global Compact's sustainability principles in 2006, we have been steadfast in our support of all Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with a focused effort on those where we can make the greatest impact. 

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