The end of the 9‑to‑5? Here’s why it no longer fits today’s reality.”
Is Generation Slash ushering in a new era of Working World 5.0? Take the social media manager who designs costumes in their spare time and works as an extra in films or plays, for example. Or the accountant who loves singing and playing the piano, dreams of performing on the big stage one day? An […]
Work‑Life blending: freedom or a fast track to overload?
Work-life blending is a modern working model that combines professional and private life. It provides the opportunity to integrate work more flexibly into everyday life, taking individual life circumstances into account. While this concept has many advantages, it also requires a high degree of self-organisation and mindfulness. In collaboration with KEEP BALANCE, I demonstrate how […]
AI at the crossroads: endless possibilities, rising complexity, and the future of work
Austria’s digital competitiveness offers enormous growth potential: the county could can increase its added value by 18 per cent if an additional 2.24 billion hours of working time were used productively through the use of artificial intelligence (AI). These findings are presented in a new study by the economic research institute Economica, commissioned by Microsoft […]
Why labour reform matters: a message to policymaker, Martin Kocher
Dear Minister, As Minister of Labour, I am outraged and speechless by your public statement. Working Parents My husband and I both work part-time, not because we are lazy, but because we share childcare responsibilities. „Are we now working part-time voluntarily?“ Yes and no. On the one hand, we need to earn money to cover […]
Part-time careers: a reality or just a myth?
Part-time work is a type of flexible working arrangement that is becoming increasingly important. It can provide more time for raising children, caring for relatives or enjoying leisure activities, and it can also be a way to earn money alongside studying. One thing is clear today, however: part-time work is no longer just a trend, […]
AI in HR: opportunities, risks and the future of people management
According to Sage’s study, „HR in Transition – Outlook for 2024,“ 94% of surveyed HR managers suffer from high workloads and stress. Administrative tasks still dominate everyday life, preventing many from providing strategic support to companies. To address this issue, digitalisation in HR departments must be promoted and artificial intelligence (AI) must be utilised for […]
Forever home office? Yes, no, maybe — the ultimate question
Working from home has certainly its advantages when it comes to concentrating on tasks and working efficiently, step by step. That sounds wonderful and promising. But is it all just another ploy to save costs? „We’ll have to try it out and see if it work? But what happens if it doesn’t work? Will we […]
The future of work: opportunities and new ways to shape it
#paidcooperation #newworkingenvironments #futureofwork Last Wednesday, kununu brought together key stakeholders from the world of work, including politicians, business leaders, companies and employees, at its „kununu Townhall“ event, where they discussed the challenges and solutions for a modern working environments. In this new event format, politicians answered questions on key topics such as work/business, integration/migration, education/training, […]
The 4‑Day week: too many models, all thrown into one pot!
The four-day week is a hot topic of conversation. It is said to be the solution to the shortage of skilled workers. Greater flexibility in working hours is expected to make employers more attractive, while more free time should ensure consistent or even higher productivity. This new working time model promises all this and much […]