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New findings show that the strongest predictor of long-term retention is not salary or training budget alone, but the extent to which organisations make their Early Careers hires feel supported, recognised, and part of something bigger.
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While many organisations focus on pay, progression, or programme design as key retention levers, new ECO data suggests that one of the most powerful predictors of retention could happen much earlier in the employee lifecycle than expected.
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New research from ECO and The Smarty Train reveals that the number of Early Careers functions that reported substantial buy-in from Stakeholders for their Early Careers strategy has dropped from 68% to just 22% since the start of 2024, signalling a widening gap of internal backing
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Our third annual HIVE gathering set out to answer one question: In a world in flux, how do you set an Early Careers strategy with certainty? Read the highlights now.
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Are Gen Z really difficult to manage, or is their approach to work simply a much-needed challenge to the status quo? Read three common misconceptions of managing Gen Z line reports, supported by human-centred solutions to help your line managers.
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Notable days and months such as International Women’s Day are powerful. And necessary. They draw attention to and inspire conversation about critical issues… for one day only. Read how to avoid performative activism by fostering a more inclusive and equitable working environment year-round.
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