Winning in the New World of Work

Following a detailed analysis of the world's shifting trends and dynamics, Manpower Inc. has identified the following megatrends as critical to navigating the changing world of work:

• The Demographics and Talent Mismatch. The pressure to find the right skills at the right time will increase as working age populations decline, economies rebound, emerging markets rise, and the nature of work shifts.


• Individual Choice. Individuals are exercising their choice as they realize they have the power to opt for or against a given job, requiring companies to think differently about how they attract, retain and stay relevant to an ever select group of talented individuals.


• Rising Customer Sophistication. The transparency and velocity of information exchange throughout the entire value chain is creating innovation and tension at every level within that chain.


• Technological Revolutions. Having the power to change where, when and how we work, enabling organizations and individuals to be more agile and innovative, is happening on a daily basis and we've only seen the tip of the iceberg.

Click here for an executive summary of these four World of Work Megatrends.

We didn’t stumble upon these trends, we researched them with intense curiosity. The World of Work trends we’ve identified are foundational – they’re foundational to how we act, where we invest, and where we focus our thought leadership. They are drivers of secular growth at the core of our business as well as in our specialty areas and outcome-based solutions. It is our grasp of these trends that gives us the confidence that we are addressing our clients and candidates with real solutions – solutions that are practical, adaptable and flexible.

World of Work Trends Booklet - May 2010 Update - LO RES
World of Work Trends Booklet - May 2010 Update - HI RES

A press release that Manpower distributed at the World Economic Forum 2010 Annual Meeting announcing the megatrends can be downloaded here: WOW Press Release

The following video is also available for download. In the 21st Century, we are seeing a virtual revolution in the world of work as work moves to the internet. Over the next decade, the line between work and life will continue to blur.

Work will become more collaborative and workers increasingly responsible for managing their own careers. Employers will need to embrace new ways of getting things done, creating more flexible organizations, managing workers living and working anywhere in the world, and facing up to an increasing talent mismatch. Employers and individuals will increasingly look across the virtual table and ask: "Will you choose me?"

What will you do? How will you win in this new world of work?

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