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Listen nowDrawing on collaborative research, our report explores the key trends influencing the future of work and how they will shape the people profession
As the professional body for the people profession, the CIPD has a responsibility to lead the way in understanding and shaping the future of the people profession, setting it up for sustainable success in the future of work. Collaborative international research is a key part of understanding the future, which is why, over eight days in August 2020, people professionals from across the world came together for our hackathon to answer the question – what will the people profession look like in 2030?
 
            Our research focused on the following areas:
After carefully analysing your ideas and comments, and incorporating further insight from senior leader roundtables, we’ve identified five key trends that will drive change and shape the future.
This report shares the findings of this collaborative research and takes a deep dive into the trends. Alongside sharing insights from our hackathon and roundtables, we offer practice reflection points and next steps for people professionals to support them to thrive through the ever-changing world of work.
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Explore the latest insights from our People Profession: now and for the future work
 
            Listen to episodes of HR People Pod, the CIPD’s fortnightly podcast providing expert insights from HR leaders discussing the topical issues impacting the world of work.
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