Polycrisis, Great Detachment: The Week in Talent

In this week’s roundup, social media platforms like TikTok are transforming job applications as candidates turn to video content to stand out, while CONOCER is enhancing certification programs to expand job opportunities for women in Mexico. Spencer Stuart’s 2024 Mexico Board Index highlights that long tenures and professional diversity characterize Mexican director boards, while Gallup reports a growing “great detachment” among employees frustrated by stagnant job markets. Meanwhile, the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) cautions HR professionals to address a “polycrisis” driven by AI disruption and workplace challenges.

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From CVs to Videos: The New Age of Job Applications

Social media platforms, particularly TikTok, are transforming the job search and career-building landscape. As traditional job-hunting methods evolve, more candidates are turning to video content to stand out in a competitive job market. This shift has brought new opportunities for those looking to make a memorable impression.

CONOCER to Advance Certification Programs for Women in Mexico

The National Council for the Standardization and Certification of Labor Competencies (CONOCER) will continue advancing certification programs aimed at creating real opportunities for women in Mexico, according to the organization’s Director General Guillermina Alvarado. The primary goal of these initiatives is to provide women with greater opportunities for training, improve their access to well-paid jobs, and encourage their participation in sectors traditionally dominated by men.

Long Tenures Characterize Mexican Boards: Spencer Stuart

A diverse range of professional experiences and long tenures continue to be hallmarks of Mexican boards, found Spencer Stuart’s 2024 Mexico Board Index. The index highlights the ongoing shift in board practices as companies strive to stay ahead in a changing business environment. While progress has been made in gender diversity and board member experience, the need for greater balance remains evident, reports the company.

The Great Detachment: Navigating Changing Employee Expectations

Employees are experiencing a growing sense of detachment from their jobs, a trend Gallup refers to as the “Great Detachment.” This shift mirrors aspects of the earlier “Great Resignation,” but differs in that many frustrated workers are now struggling to transition to new employers due to a cooling job market and economic pressures marked by inflation.

HR to Navigate the Polycrisis in Upcoming Years

The SHRM warns that HR is facing a "polycrisis" as outdated education systems and the rapid rise of AI threaten up to 30% of the global workforce within seven years. Simultaneously, workplace incivility is on the rise, posing compliance risks and escalating harassment. To navigate these challenges, the group urges HR to take a proactive and innovative approach to future-proof organizations.