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Job Search and Career Success Hinge on
Ethics:
Employers are still looking for candidates
who create undeniable value, not just
put in clocked times, who have above-
average communication skills, have a
strong work ethic, will be reliable, possess
the ability to think critically and above
all, will fit their culture. Regardless of the

uncertainty ahead, the key to creating
job search luck will be the same as it has
always been: preparation of hard work.
‘The Great Stay’:
Forward-thinking organizations invest in Companies are investing in enhancing the The current global economic situation, the
robust training programs and partnerships employee experience, from onboarding state of China and other major economies,
with educational institutions to foster a to o¶boarding. Personalized employee as well as the ongoing geopolitical

culture of continuous development. experiences, feedback mechanisms, and conflicts will see recession talk intensify,
inclusive company cultures contribute leading companies to focus on vital roles
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI): and hold o† on hiring for roles that aren’t

Employees prioritize working for to higher employee satisfaction and ‘must-haves’. Taking these factors into
organizations that are committed to retention rates. consideration, the next year it will be
fostering diverse and inclusive workplaces. Remote Employee Engagement: ‘The Great Stay’ as opposed to the ‘Great
Companies that actively address and With remote work becoming a staple, Resignation’ when many people switched
rectify disparities in hiring, promotions, maintaining employee engagement is
and pay will not only attract diverse talent a challenge for many organizations. jobs/careers during the pandemic.
but also create a more innovative and Companies are leveraging technology to
collaborative work environment. create virtual team-building activities,
foster communication, and build a
Emphasis on Employee Experience:
Employee experience encompasses the strong remote work culture. Employee
overall journey of an employee within an engagement tools and platforms play a
organization. crucial role in keeping teams connected
and motivated.

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