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Leading Through Change Toolkit

Explore a rigorous approach underpinning the science and the art of fostering genuine commitment, translating strategy into action, and cultivating a thriving environment where every individual feels energised by change.

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Early Talent
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Why 74% of Organisations Are Struggling to Demonstrate Early Careers ROI

As the economy tightens, organisations are facing growing pressure to deliver measurable outcomes across all aspects of their talent strategies, and Early Careers programmes are no exception. However, a troubling gap is emerging between ambition and execution in this critical area. 

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Early Talent
Induction & Onboarding
Strategy
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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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Early Talent
Strategy
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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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Early Talent
Induction & Onboarding
Skills
Trends
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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Early Talent
Induction & Onboarding
Programmes
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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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