The implementation of the four-day work week has been a topic of growing interest among companies, as it is perceived as a potential strategy to increase productivity and employee satisfaction. Recently, the Government of India has taken the initiative to formalise this concept by including it as a provision in the new labour laws. This […]
Staffing experts expect the next six months – the first two quarters of FY24 – to be grim for IT hiring, which comes ahead of companies reporting their results for the final quarter of FY23 and the full year from next week. Hiring trends will be keenly watched, as net headcount additions are considered to […]
Green jobs refer to employment opportunities in industries and sectors that focus on environmental sustainability and preserving natural resources. India has been actively supporting green growth in recent years as the government seeks to decrease its carbon footprint and migrate to renewable energy sources with the goal of fostering sustainable economic development. To achieve these […]
In today’s globalised world, diversity has become a major concern for organisations. A diverse workforce can bring a variety of perspectives, ideas, and experiences that can drive innovation and creativity. However, diversity alone is not enough to achieve organisational success. Creating a psychologically safe workplace that meets the needs of a diverse workforce is essential […]
Pune women have reason to celebrate, and why not! Their city, Maharashtra’s cultural capital, has emerged as the top destination for hiring women workforce, according to a study. A survey conducted by Careernet on ‘Moving Towards Equality – An Overview of the Hiring Trends for 2022’ provides an overview of the hiring trends of working […]
Last year, every third candidate placed by talent solutions provider Careernet was a woman. Pune, Hyderabad, and Chennai are the top three cities in terms of employing female applicants, and Delhi/NCR hired the least female workforce among tier-1 cities.Careernet’s report ‘Moving Towards Equality – An Overview of the Hiring Trends for 2022’ brings out insights […]
Mumbai: A large pool of experienced employees of SVB (Silicon Valley Bank) Global Services India is said to have entered the job market, search firm executives said. Networks are also being tapped to spread the message as some keep their profiles as ‘open to work’. Anshuman Das, CEO and co-founder of Careernet, however, said the […]
Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields have been traditionally male-dominated. The position of women in STEM fields is still poor despite advancements and increasing opportunities. Across the world, women are far less likely to pursue an education in a STEM subject and although there are plenty of jobs available in these fields, few of […]
Top Indian IT companies delaying the onboarding of freshers hired in FY23 may give rise to a bigger problem, worsening the employment outlook for the tech talent completing their college degrees this year, industry experts warn. What has come as a big shock and surprise has been the recent news of Wipro asking candidates who […]
Workplace diversity and inclusion (D&I) are no longer merely notions that companies use to promote a positive employer brand. This term is at the forefront of every conversation about organisational resilience and growth. Indian organisations have also begun to place a stronger emphasis on Diversity and Inclusion in the workforce by creating new positions such […]
