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One-Third of Early Careers Hires Are Leaving: What This Means for Organisations in 2025

New research from ECO and The Smarty Train has identified a concerning trend: nearly one-third of Early Careers hires are leaving their organisations within three years of joining.

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Why the Fight for DE&I in Recruitment Is About to Get Harder

As organisations grapple with meeting their commitments to reduce bias in Early Careers recruitment, Labour's manifesto and US affirmative action rulings could be about to usher in a new era of additional DE&I recruitment challenges.

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2025 Early Careers Trends Report

Backed by never-before-released ECO data, the 2025 Early Careers Trends Report provides a forward-looking analysis of key trends and opportunities impacting Early Careers functions over the coming year.

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Career Trampolining: How Gen Z are Redefining Job Loyalty

Against a backdrop of increasing global instability and unprecedented job market volatility, young people are moving away from the traditional “corporate ladder,” seeking instead flexible development paths, rapid skill acquisition, and meaningful experiences.

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TSX: Build your perfect programme

TSX is an Early Careers Programme in a box. Take our TSX assessment to discover its 30+ modular elements and receive a personalised programme plan.

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Leadership and Management
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What is “Career Cushioning” exactly?

The increasing job market volatility and economic uncertainty across many industries has led to the latest trend on platforms like LinkedIn and TikTok: "Career Cushioning." Is it a passing fad, or a long-term disrupter that organisations should be concerned about?

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