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Willingness to change jobs in the labor market

New job study by EY shows: Willingness to change jobs reaches record high.

4 months ago
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Climate change in the workplace

Climate change is one of the greatest challenges of our time. The world of work is also increasingly affected.

5 months ago
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Unemployment figures exceed the three million mark for the first time in ten years

New unemployment figures show record levels. Nevertheless, most employees are optimistic about their professional future.

5 months ago
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Family-friendly? Not in job advertisements!

Although many companies emphasize the importance of family-friendly measures internally, according to a recent study by the Bertelsmann Foundation, this is reflected in only one in six job advertisements.

5 months ago
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AI in the job market – opportunities and challenges

According to a recent Microsoft survey, 44% of employees already use AI tools regularly, but only a fraction of them have received training in their use.

5 months ago
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100 days of the federal government: assessment of labor market policy

Today marks 100 days in office for the black-red federal government: time for an initial assessment of its labor market policy.

6 months ago
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Overtime in the debate on working hours

Statements by the federal government are reigniting the debate about longer working hours. However, labor market data paint a more nuanced picture.

6 months ago
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Reform ideas for an effective state

Reform proposals from the Initiative for an Effective State for the sustainable design of state structures.

6 months ago
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Voices of Economic Transformation 2025

Voices of Economic Transformation 2025 provides concrete proposals for action on labor market policy innovations.

6 months ago
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The fruit basket was once

In the battle for skilled workers, employers are increasingly focusing on “hard” benefits rather than “soft” extras. This is shown by an analysis conducted by the Bertelsmann Foundation.

7 months ago
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Hidden reserves: the untapped labor potential

New figures reveal enormous untapped labor potential among people in the so-called silent reserve.

7 months ago
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Minimum wage commission before decision

Minimum wage commission poised to make decision: While the decision is eagerly awaited, there are initial calls for a partial reduction.

7 months ago
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Germany in the OECD review

Germany in the OECD review: Failing grade! Skilled labor shortages and bureaucracy are slowing down the German economy.

7 months ago
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Normal employment at its highest level

The proportion of atypical workers fell to a historic low last year. In contrast, normal employment is on the rise.

8 months ago
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AI makes it harder to start a career

AI is revolutionizing the job market worldwide, but Germany is lagging far behind. In addition, the integration of AI makes it more difficult to enter the workforce.

8 months ago
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20. CHECKPOINT Political Consulting career day in Berlin

Our networking and career day, CHECKPOINT Political Consulting, successfully celebrated its 20th anniversary on May 22.

8 months ago
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Efficiency instead of overtime

Overview shows that increasing competitiveness is not only linked to longer working hours.

9 months ago
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Skilled workers through care

Sustainability and corporate culture are becoming increasingly important for attracting skilled workers.

9 months ago
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Working from home – latest surveys and figures

The latest study results emphasize that working from home options have become a decisive factor for many job seekers.

9 months ago
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The working world of the future

What will the working world of the future look like? What are companies planning or implementing today in order to respond to these profound changes?

9 months ago
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