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understanding talent scarcity in the world of work.

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10 trends explaining talent scarcity.

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the 10 trends.

Across the world, many markets are facing a rapidly graying workforce. Demographics show aging populations and a reduction in those of working age, lower activity rates in some markets and unemployment rates at historic lows means more work has to be done for more people by fewer employees than ever before.

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"As retirements intensify over the next several years and as workforce activity rates decline among older workers, talent scarcity will likely worsen, leading to challenges for employers to procure and retain the human resources they need to optimise growth."

Sander van 't Noordende - CEO - Randstad

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understanding talent scarcity.

Gain a comprehensive understanding of the key drivers and trends behind talent scarcity, its consequences for employers and employees, and how this landmark has a profound impact on the global economy. This document is a crucial call to action for policymakers and business leaders.

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