On-Demand Talent: Busting into the consideration set
There has been a noticeable shift towards On-Demand Talent being used as an alternative to large consulting firms. On-Demand Talent are highly skilled professionals who have opted out of the traditional employment model and have moved towards gig-based work and a portfolio career. They typically have deep in-house experience across a range of organisations and […]
The one thing your wellbeing plan is missing
Seventy per cent of professionals feel their employers aren’t doing enough to prevent burnout. This isn’t a criticism but a wake-up call. Despite great intentions and investments in wellbeing initiatives—such as free yoga, fruit, and subsidised wellness programmes—burnout remains a serious challenge. Burnout is about more than long hours. It’s driven by excessive workloads, a […]
Three reasons why corporate escapees make great on-demand talent
More and more highly talented professionals are moving into the professional gig economy and embracing the idea of a “portfolio career” rather than a singular job. The transition to a portfolio career, where experienced professionals are working across a number of organisations delivering outcome-based projects and services, allows many to work in a way that […]
Leaders x On-demand talent: The top 10 scenarios
There is no question that leaders are facing into more change and disruption than ever before. With this comes the need for greater team agility and the ability to augment your team quickly and easily. More leaders are embracing the concept of a blended team. A blended team involves two components: the core team of […]
Why some professionals do their best work in the gig economy
The rise of the professional gig economy has given highly skilled individuals the ability to step back and determine which work model is the best fit for them, their career and their lives. For many, the appeal of ‘inhouse work’ (i.e. working as an employee in an organisation) is great. They love being an influencer, […]
Why on-demand talent is a must in FY25
Each year what we ask of leaders evolves. And FY25 is no different. Leaders must be able to operate, and even thrive, in uncertainty. They must be able to pivot when the economy pivots. They must be prepared to disrupt and be prepared to be disrupted. And, they must be able to achieve all of […]
Empowering NFPs with WerkInKind – Apply Now!
Empowering NFPs with WerkInKind: Apply for the September 2024 Round! Werkling’s WerkinKind initiative provides not-for-profit (NFP) organisations working with vulnerable communities the opportunity to access top-tier talent from Werkling. Our mission is to create a sustainable impact by embedding new capabilities within these organisations while offering our talent community valuable experience in the community […]
Reimagine your workforce: do you need to start “right-shaping”?
With a weakening economy and increasing cost pressure, many organisations are embarking on restructures and redundancy programs. Some organisations have been delaying such “right-sizing” programs as they have suffered the organisational impact of lay-offs in recent years and know, all too well, that they will inevitably need to rehire many of the jobs lost. Unfortunately, […]
The year ahead: Work trends shaping 2024
In the face of ongoing technological, societal, and environmental shifts, it’s inevitable that both work and life will continue to undergo significant change and disruption. Our views on where the world of work is headed in 2024 are based on hundreds of conversations with leaders and talent, and are supported by a range of publicly […]
What the rise of Portfolio Careers mean for talent professionals
The global pandemic led to a fundamental reevaluation of our careers, leading many to seek greater flexibility, balance and control over their professional lives. We’ve seen hybrid work become the norm, the rise of the four day work week and an emergence of the “digital nomad”. This post-pandemic era has also seen an acceleration […]