Top 9 Job Market Trends Youll See in 2017- TheJobNetwork

Top 9 Job Market Trends Youll binnensee in 2017- TheJobNetworkThere are a lot of variables going into any given year that might affect the job market or economic climate in general. In 2017, with new administrations, this is even mora true. Fortunately, there are a few trends we already know we can expect for this year. googletag.cmd.push(function() googletag.display(div-gpt-ad-1467144145037-0) ) 1. Candidate/Employee SatisfactionAfter facing a lot of bad press for subpar candidate experience and employee dissatisfaction, companies are now trying to boost their PR by proving that they have a constructive and better experience for applicants. Companies are also paying attention to employee loyalty and retention and how to boost those things. Data scientists are starting to pay attention to the HR process in general. This means its going to be a better environment for new hires and job seekers if ansicht trends keep up.2. AutomationThis has been a worry for years, but it seems only to be trending more and more. Blue collar jobs in manual labor and manufacturing have long been impacted, and that impact will only grow. But tech jobs and other white collar opportunities are likely to shrink, as analytic tools are becoming more automated as computers get smarter. If youre in a job likely to be replaced by automation, start figuring out how to tweak or transition now while youre not up against any walls.3. Awareness of Gendered PayCompanies are finally starting to pay attention to the fact that women are paid consistently less for doing the same work. Employers will hopefully start taking action in 2017 to correct this pay gap.4. Goodbye GigsThe so-called gig economy isnt going to be so dominant. (And, in fact, only about 4.3% of the population makes money from platforms like Uber, Airbnb, etc.) Jobs are prizing creativity, judgment, personal skills, and critical thinkingall things that require working as a team and dont allow for as much location or schedule flexibi lity.5. A Decrease inBenefitsFewer and fewer companies are offering benefitslet alone the flashy packages of Cadillac perks. Say goodbye to free food, gym passes, game pods, on-site acupuncture, even paid leave. If you can get a pension and health care, youll be doing really well.6. The Rise of FreelanceMore and more, the blended workforce will become a dominant thing, with teams being built of long-term and freelance employees. Offices will hire on-demand to get out of offering benefits or to handle short-term projects on a case by case basis. As much as 40% of the workforce might be freelance in the coming year.7. Constant ReviewThe concept of the annual review is on the wane. Expect to be evaluated more casually, more often, and without the usual warning/on-boarding.8. Emphasis on The TeamThe concept of the team will reign supreme, and might even be more important than individual performance. Companies will start to restructure, making teams a huge priority, and focusing on organ izational design.9. Casual CultureCasual Fridays attire might become the norm. Fewer and fewer jobs are requiring employees to show up in suits and ties these days. Company cultures are becoming a bit more open, with shared workspace and lax dress codes. Dont let this affect your performance though that should never be casual