Gen Z is Shaping the Future of Work. No cap.
Gen Z is rewriting workplace culture, ditching the old 9-to-5 mindset in favor of blended work-life experiences and tech-driven productivity. As HiBob ’s Keren Kozar, SHRM-CP puts it, "There is no work-life balance. It’s a blend." Discover how this generation’s expectations are reshaping leadership, technology use, and organizational values for a more inclusive future.
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EQT Backs PageUp’s Next Growth Phase with Global Expansion and AI-Focused Innovation
Global investment firm EQT Group has acquired Australian-based PageUp , a leader in SaaS recruitment and talent management solutions, from Battery Ventures . Outgoing CEO Mark Rice is set to transition leadership to Eric Lochner , who will drive PageUp’s international expansion and AI-powered product advancements with EQT’s support.
Read more about PageUp’s new direction under EQT’s investment.
Employ Rethinks ATS for Tailored Hiring Needs
Recruiting software company Employ , led by CEO Steve Cox , has restructured its ATS offerings— JazzHR , Lever , and Jobvite —to cater to unique business needs instead of just company size. This shift allows each platform to serve from small clinics to Fortune 100s, with add-ons and over 600 partner integrations for custom solutions.
Read how Employ’s tailored approach is changing ATS expectations here .
UK Job Market Braces for Cautious Hiring Amid Budget and Election Pressures
The UK job market shows signs of cooling, with a decline in vacancies and slower wage growth, according to recent data from the ONS and REC. Experts note that employers remain cautious due to recent economic signals and global events, with smaller businesses advised to focus on upskilling and retention as hiring costs rise.
Read more on how businesses are adapting to economic uncertainty in recruitment.
Avoid ‘Vampire Recruitment’: Modernize Your Hiring Process to Attract Top Talent
Outdated hiring practices like ghost jobs, redundant applications, and multi-round interview marathons are turning top candidates away, warns David Rice , Senior Editor at People Managing People . HR leaders are urged to streamline processes, respect candidates' time, and build a more transparent, candidate-centric approach to avoid “draining” applicants’ energy.
Read more here .
Humana Appoints Michelle O'Hara as New CHRO to Lead Workforce Strategy
Humana has named Michelle O'Hara as Chief Human Resources Officer, effective January 1, 2025. With a strong background in HR transformation from her role at SAIC , O'Hara will guide Humana's talent strategy to support the company’s mission of delivering quality health care to its customers.
Learn more about O'Hara’s vision for Humana’s future.
Healthcare Staffing Market Set for Major Growth Through 2031"
The healthcare staffing market, valued at $36.89 billion in 2024, is projected to grow to $65.92 billion by 2031, driven by increased demand and advancements in staffing technology, according to Coherent Market Insights . Key players like Envision Healthcare and Trustaff are leading the market expansion across travel nursing, allied health, and locum tenens staffing.
Discover the future of healthcare staffing in the full report .