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Quality over Quantity: predicting Job Search shifts in 2024

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New challenges, new objectives… Here we are in 2024!

This year is anticipated as a period of growth, offering opportunities to tackle fresh challenges armed with more tools to address any issues. Technology, now an integral part of our daily work routine, not only enhances productivity but also elevates the overall quality of our work.

For 2024, the focus is on quality — ensuring that productivity is improved while maintaining high-quality work. Here’s how:

  • Quality as a Key Focus: In 2022, over 50 million workers left their jobs, leading to a rush to fill positions quickly. This sometimes resulted in hiring individuals who might not have been the perfect fit. In 2024, the emphasis shifts to concentrating on hiring the right talent with the necessary soft and hard skills, ensuring alignment with the company’s culture.
  • Technology as a Powerful Tool: According to a recent study, businesses are increasingly investing in Artificial Intelligence, with over 50% of their budget allocated to AI in 2022. AI serves as a valuable tool to streamline daily tasks, allowing professionals to focus on higher-priority responsibilities, such as automating data entry.
  • Embrace Change and Evolve Your Role: In the hiring process, organizations are not just selling a position but also marketing the company. A survey indicates that 75% of job seekers consider the employer’s brand before applying. This highlights the importance of embracing change and evolving roles to attract top talent.

In 2024, growth will be driven by a commitment to delivering services of the highest quality. Are you ready to embrace the change?

Source: Camille Fetter, 2023 “2024 Workforce Outlook: An Emphasis On Growth”, forbes.com, October, 11th 2023, https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbeshumanresourcescouncil/2023/10/11/2024-workforce-outlook-an-emphasis-on-growth/?sh=1019d8223252