When it comes to tackling the climate crisis, the majority of the workforce in Africa believes their role is in the labor-intensive, low-income work — not in the strategic, analytical or leadership-based spaces, says climate visionary...

The U.S. government found child labor violations involving over 3,800 minors in 2022. At the same time, some states say there is too much regulation of child labor. Katherine Walts, director of the Center for the Human Rights of Children...

Maine, land of lobsters and lighthouses, is also the nation's oldest state. With a median age of 43, roughly a third of its population is in or approaching retirement. To counter its aging workforce, the state is attempting to attract...

To get a job with a good salary, having a college degree is increasingly vital. But degrees are also more and more expensive, and don't guarantee job placement. Skills-based boot camps may provide one solution, by teaching valuable...

At the tip of Cape Cod, the iconic summer getaway Provincetown has a small year-round population that swells when the weather gets nice, welcoming an estimated 4 to 5 million tourists every year. Businesses there depend on foreign...

As the population ages and older workers are making up more and more of the labor force, some employers are taking notice and adjusting their own practices to retain valuable experience and skills. Economics correspondent Paul Solman has...

Hanna Rosin reviews startling new data that shows women actually surpassing men in several important measures, such as college graduation rates. Do these trends, both US-centric and global, signal the "end of men"? Probably not -- but...

In a constantly changing world, it's impossible for leaders to provide employees with the assurance they want, says Vimeo CEO Anjali Sud. Her solution: lead with humanity and flexibility. In conversation with veteran journalist Stephanie...

Africa's youth is coming of age rapidly, but job growth on the continent isn't keeping up. The result: financial insecurity and, in some cases, a turn towards insurgent groups. In a passionate talk, agricultural entrepreneur Kola Masha...

When applying to a job out of college, having a top-notch resume isn't enough anymore. College graduates from top schools apply alongside dozens of similarly qualified candidates. In light of new hiring trends, a program at Georgetown...

Zaibatsus are powerful financial and industrial groups in Japan (the term is formed by the Japanese words zai, meaning “money” or “wealth,” and batsu, meaning “clique” or “clan”). These conglomerates have long influenced Japanese...

The German workplace is generally harmony-oriented, in part because there is such an elaborate system of regulations. There’s a strong desire to deal with difficult or sensitive issues clearly, logically, and fairly. Conflicts can...

Did you know that France is a leading industrialized country with one of the world's largest economies? In fact, it's a main global exporter. Learn more about France’s key economic sectors and industries. Explore the country’s role and...

The French typically start their workday at 9:00 a.m. or earlier and work until around 6:00 p.m. Executives are often expected to work longer, until 7:00 or 8:00 p.m., typically continuing with email communications. Learn more about what...

The French workforce is highly educated, with nearly 70 percent of the labor force employed in the services sector. The 35-hour workweek has been key in helping more French workers remain employed as well as ensuring that cultural values...

Traditionally, men have dominated in the South African workforce while women stayed home to look after the house and children. The reality is very different for many women today. More black and colored women work, mostly in part-time...

Overall, the quality of the Singaporean workforce is high. In addition to having positive attitudes, workers generally apply their skills. There’s been a tendency to be lured by higher wages and to job-hop, particularly when unemployment...

Like many aspects of Saudi Arabia, the country’s economy is a mix of contradictions. Thanks to its abundant oil reserves, Saudi Arabia is the 19th-largest economy in the world. The country is a member of the G20 and has a per capita...

An in-depth exploration of the 'People' perspective within the AWS Cloud Adoption Framework, covering seven key capabilities: cultural evolution, transformational leadership, cloud fluency, workforce transformation, change acceleration,...

The video discusses the increasing presence of robots in various industries and the potential impact on job security. It emphasizes the importance of adapting to technological advancements and highlights the need to understand the...

This video explores the evolving definition of a career, emphasizing that it is a reflection of an individual's work and experiences rather than a traditional nine to five job or linear progression within a single industry. It showcases...

For female veterans, returning to the workforce can be hard and downright scary. Makeovers That Matter was founded in 2012 by Michael John (MJ) Derricott. The focus of this organization is to help female veterans and economically...

What is Growth in a Startup Venture? There's an initial period of slow or no growth while the startup tries to figure out what it's doing. As the startup figures out how to make something lots of people want and how to reach those...

What are the Types of Teams? The five most popular types of teams in an organization include problem-solving teams, self-managed work teams, cross-functional teams, virtual teams, and multiteam systems. A formal team is a group of...