Shaping Tomorrow's Workforce


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Increased international competition, rapid technological innovation, and profound demographic changes have all created an urgent need for a skilled and capable work force. The work force development system that has been assembled over the years in the United States is extensive; however, the goals and services provided by a wide range of public and private agencies have never been integrated. Efforts to integrate these diverse resources and reform the nation's labor force development policy must include more attention to the following: public-private partnership, coordinated service delivery, program accountability, and decentralized program administration. The implementation of a demand-driven, decentralized, and flexible work force demands a new role for the federal government. The federal government should take the following actions: build a federal partnership, support state reorganization efforts, improve state and local coordination, ensure program accountability, develop flexible targeted programs, and leverage additional resources. Current policies concerning job training for the disadvantaged, vocational education, welfare, worker adjustment, employment service, unemployment insurance, labor market information, and elementary secondary education must all be reassessed and reformed to increase coordination among all levels of government and the private sector. (MN)




Shaping Tomorrow's Workforce


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Shaping Tomorrow's World


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Shaping Tomorrow’s World tells the crucial story of how futures studies developed in West Germany, Europe, the US and within global futures networks from the 1940s to the 1980s. It charts the emergence of different approaches and thought styles within the field ranging from Cold War defense intellectuals such as Herman Kahn to critical peace activists like Robert Jungk. Engaging with the challenges of the looming nuclear war, the changing phases of the Cold War, ‘1968’, and the growing importance of both the Global South and environmentalism, this book argues that futures scholars actively contributed to these processes of change. This multiple award-winning study combines national and transnational perspectives to present a unique history of envisioning, forecasting, and shaping the future.




FLEX


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Learn to navigate disruption and embrace change as an opportunity to grow and succeed. Never before has it been so urgent to understand how today's trends are shaping tomorrow’s labor force. As seismic shifts continue to change America's world of work in unprecedented ways, leaders must adapt to the rapidly evolving workplace using creative solutions for recruiting, engaging, and retaining a skilled workforce. Forward-thinking 'disruptors' who respond quickly to the new business environment will attract more talent, win more customers, and gain greater profits than those who make assumptions based on what has worked in the past. FLEX: A Leader's Guide to Staying Nimble and Mastering Transformative Change in the American Workplace is your real-world guide to harnessing the power of change to increase employee satisfaction and secure long-term success in the marketplace. Rick Grimaldi, a labor relations attorney with decades of experience helping businesses respond effectively during pivotal moments, shares his valuable insights on the surprising and fundamental ways the world of work is reinventing itself. Learn to: Avoid common pitfalls in today's cultural revolution Foster the creative education and training needed for tomorrow's workforce Adapt to a world becoming defined by technology and artificial intelligence Lead meaningfully on climate change and global health concerns Set the stage for creative collaboration and communication Disregard outdated assumptions when making decisions Responded quickly with new policies and procedures Communicate with sensitivity and transparency Address uncomfortable organizational culture issues Be prepared for the disruptions that will inevitably come Whether you lead a large corporation or own a small family business or you are the policy maker, FLEX: A Leader's Guide to Staying Nimble and Mastering Transformative Change in the American Workplace is your real-world blueprint for leading a profitable, healthy company into an ever-evolving future.




Innovating From Within


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In the post-pandemic era, innovation from within the organization is essential for business competitiveness and survival. As organizations consider growth and sustainable development, the choice is no longer between entrepreneurship on the one hand and intrapreneurship on the other. The question now is: why not both? As job creators and not job seekers anymore, students and young entrepreneurs need guidance and frameworks to develop their entrepreneurial spirit and skills. Innovating From Within presents the tools, challenges and practices aligned with EU regulations to guide and accommodate students’ entrepreneurial ideas and skills into sustainable businesses for the future. By clarifying concepts like intrapreneurship, corporate entrepreneurship and their contribution to sustainable businesses, the book provides readers with up-to-date knowledge about these concepts and how to implement them in practice. With a range of real-life insights from intrapreneurs, and illustrated with international examples drawn from policy and practice, Innovating From Within is a comprehensive introduction to an increasingly important area of business. Students and lecturers will particularly value its practical approach and readable style.




The Future-Proof Workplace


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Face the future on the crest of the wave while the rest are pulled under The Future-Proof Workplace is a survival guide for the new realities of business. The future is no longer some far-off destination; it is here, right now, and already changing the way we work. Historically, the sea-changes have advanced humanity and inspired us to reach even further; from the Dark Ages to the Age of Enlightenment, from agrarian to industrial societies—and today is no different. But only those who are ready for the changes will come out thriving. This book highlights the changes already taking place around us: the transition from skills to knowledge, the neuroscience approach to leadership and motivation, galloping technical advances, and more. Whether you're a CEO, a leader or manager, or just trying to survive the chaos, this invaluable guide is your wake-up call—the future is now. The new forces emerging must be understood now if your organization is to succeed. This book details the transformation every business must make to turn upheaval into opportunity. Discover how emerging technologies and neuroscience research are already impacting the way we work Learn how yesterday's biases are being replaced by modern values, culture, and relationships Consider the "heart" of your organization, and whether it can stand up to the purpose-driven paradigm of the future Find new achievement in the new organizational structure, and examine models that are already emerging Everyone knows that changes are needed—and fast. The question is: which changes, and how? The Future-Proof Workplace maps the transformation, and gives you an itinerary for each step of the way.




The New Workforce


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Think beyond today's human resources issues ... and into the future.




News


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Quantum Frontiers


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Welcome to the quantum age! "Quantum Frontiers: The Emerging Technologies Shaping the Quantum Revolution" journies into the heart of one of the most transformative scientific revolutions of our time. This immersive, engaging guide takes you on a tour from the mechanics of quantum computing to its real-world applications in various sectors such as healthcare, finance, national security, and much more. Quantum technology is not just reshaping our industries, it's redefining our societal norms, personal privacy, and even international relations. But what does that mean for you? With each page, this book demystifies complex concepts, shedding light on how quantum technologies are changing the way we live, work, and interact with the world. Explore the intriguing area of quantum diplomacy and contemplate the ethical landscape of this new quantum era as it redefines privacy boundaries and contributes to economic equality. Delve into the emerging trends of quantum sensors, the promise of quantum AI, and what the convergence of these cutting-edge technologies means for our future. This book also offers a glimpse into the future job market shaped by quantum tech and provides a roadmap for building a robust quantum workforce, painting a vivid picture of the technological innovations on the horizon. "Quantum Frontiers" provides you with a comprehensive and captivating exploration of the quantum realm. It is your key to understanding the quantum revolution and its far-reaching impact on our world. Embrace the future – one quantum leap at a time!