The latest L&D news, reports, research and updates, personally compiled by TJ’s Editor, Jo Cook
New study on employees’ mobility
As the corporate world adapts to the evolving landscape of work, the significance of employee mobility has never been more important. The “Employee Mobility Survey 2024” provides insights into how employees perceive, and value their company’s mobility offers.
The study highlights the importance of corporate mobility solutions in the decision-making process for job seekers. With 62% of employees considering mobility offerings important when choosing a company, it seems that effective mobility strategies can serve as a lever for attracting new talent and enhancing employee satisfaction. What is more, this criterion is important for 72% of people who plan to leave their jobs in the next 6 months; and important for 3 out of 10.
Nine out of ten employees value flexible working more than perks such as gym membership and wellness
Employees value flexible working and a positive workplace culture much higher than wellness perks such as gym memberships and stress management apps, according to a new survey by YouGov for Investors In People.
The survey also found a mismatch in value perception of wellness programmes between Human Resources (HR) decision makers and employees. HR decision makers appear to consistently believe the programmes are more valued by employees than they are.
New research shines a light on pressures UK working women are under
New research from the University of Salford is shining a light on the reality of how UK working women set about having to manage or control the pressures of clashing roles, such as employee, parent or carer, when work and aspects of their personal lives conflict.
Findings revealed that women relied on organisational support, but more so with self-initiated strategies to resolve or apply control over role conflict, both when at home and at work, with often negative emotional consequences. This included establishing their own resources, such as creating time/space during work hours to address other role demands, which were often financially costly or impacted their working capacity.
Industry-first programme in bid to improve Board diversity
Livingbridge, a leading mid-market private equity (PE) firm, announced the launch of The Future Board Leaders Programme. The initiative will support established business leaders from a diverse range of backgrounds to transition into non-executive careers advising PE backed companies – a career path that demands different skill sets and approaches to those required on FTSE 100 Boards.
Livingbridge is launching the initiative in a bid to tackle unacceptably low Board diversity at private equity backed companies. Data analysis of more than 3,700 PE-backed portfolio companies shows that, in 2022, the average female Board representation was just 13%. While a 2022 sample of over 1,200 PE-backed companies found the average Board representation of underrepresented groups was negligible.
Motherhood meets entrepreneurship: Navigating maternity leave as a business owner
Personal maternity leave is often overlooked by business owners amidst other challenges, but preparation is crucial for a smooth transition. Amidst the whirlwind of running a business, planning for maternity leave is often overlooked as you focus on overcoming the challenges of managing finances, securing customers, and building a strong brand.
Capital on Tap, has spoken to two female entrepreneurs, Katie Hanton-Parr, co-founder of Baboodle, and Eleanor Bagust, co-founder of Letterbox Gifts, to share their recent experiences with maternity leave. They offer valuable advice for other expectant mothers preparing to navigate parenthood and entrepreneurship.
