I hosted a head-of-TA workshop event for large companies in September 2024 where my friend Bryan Adams (not that Bryan Adams, but the CEO of HappyDance), who’s a guru on all things employer branding and career sites, framed up costs in a new, interesting way. We were sharing best practices for building CFO-proof business cases…
With 75% of LinkedIn members expressing interest in volunteering, we are rolling out a new feature, Open to Volunteer. This tool makes it easier for members* to find open volunteering opportunities with nonprofit organizations that match their skills and interests. With the skills required to do our jobs set to change by nearly 70% by…
AI is everywhere, and the applications for it are virtually endless. It has been deployed in everything from RoboBees, drones that can pollinate plants, to Flippy, a robotic burger flipper. Yes, there is a lot of buzz and sizzle about AI. But there is also paradigm-shifting substance. “The world of work is changing for every…
As the world of work evolves, we have ambitious goals guided by our company vision to create economic opportunity for every member of the global workforce. Nothing is more important to achieving these goals than having a world class team. Our annual workforce diversity report gives us an opportunity to share more about our continued…
What if layoffs are not the quick fix for the challenges companies face? Based on the frequency and scale of recent layoffs — there have been more than 140,000 in the tech sector this year alone — one might think that downsizing could cure everything from budget constraints to the common cold. But in a…
Today the Irish Data Protection Commission (IDPC) reached a final decision on claims from 2018 about some of our digital advertising efforts in the EU. While we believe we have been in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we are working to ensure our ad practices meet this decision by the IDPC’s deadline….
Employees want opportunities to learn skills and grow. They want help mapping out their careers. And they want to stay relevant. In other words, they want career development. But in a time of tight budgets and the mantra “do more with less,” talent teams may feel hard pressed to provide as much learning and development…
Starting today, LinkedIn is introducing Tango, the latest addition to our lineup of thinking-oriented games. Since launching LinkedIn Games five months ago, we’ve seen an overwhelmingly positive response, with 80% of players returning to play the following day, and 76% returning to play again a week later. These games have proven to be a valuable…
Do you know the favored line of every parent with a big brood of children? “I love all my children equally, but differently.” That’s how I feel about the lineup of breakout sessions for this year’s Talent Connect Summit, LinkedIn’s premier in-person event for talent leaders from around the globe. This year’s event will be…
Did you know that sales professionals only spend, on average, 10 hours each week actually selling? According to our LinkedIn Sales Leader Compass, administrative tasks are taking away crucial time that should be spent investing in customer relationships – something top sellers prioritize to drive more profitable growth. We also know* that artificial intelligence (AI)…
According to a recent article from Behavioral Scientist, many desk workers — yes, that includes recruiters and talent development pros — are “caught up in a busyness culture.” What does that mean exactly? Well, consider the following research and data that Behavioral Scientist cites in the article: Desk workers in an office setting are interrupted…
New LinkedIn research reveals 64% of professionals feel overwhelmed by the rapid pace of workplace changes, with 68% seeking more support than ever before As the landscape shifts, nearly half (49%) of workers are worried about being left behind Top challenges include adapting to flexible working, using AI at work and managing multi-generational teams Nearly…
AI has profoundly transformed the workforce by automating routine tasks, enhancing decision-making, and reshaping job roles across various industries. In sectors like manufacturing, AI-powered robots have taken over repetitive tasks, improving efficiency and reducing errors. In knowledge-based industries, AI tools analyze vast amounts of data, providing insights that guide business strategies and decisions. AI-driven automation…
Black professionals are gravitating toward entrepreneurship at incredible rates, whether by launching a side hustle or leaving the traditional workforce altogether to start their own ventures. Today, LinkedIn released a new report that found 77% of Black professionals aspire to be an entrepreneur or start their own business in the next year. Other key highlights…