Castlefield's Ellie Walley: The challenge of recruitment and retention

Challenges of labour shortages

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The modern landscape has undergone a transformative shift, prompting a critical examination of how businesses approach recruitment and retention.

The changing nature of work has led individuals to re-evaluate their career aspirations, work-life balance, and overall job satisfaction. Today's employees seek more than just a paycheck. They desire purpose, growth opportunities, and supportive working environments. This shift has resulted in a significant number of individuals exploring new career paths and embracing unconventional work arrangements. BlackRock study finds companies with more women in workforce outperform rivals Over the last year, we have engaged with 92 businesses in which we invest, discussing the challenges o...

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