Should I Stay or Should I Go? New data from the IC Index 23
Should I Stay or Should I Go? New data from the IC Index 23
We are pleased to release further data from the IC Index, using data gathered from 3,000 UK workers in March this year, this report examines the key push and pull factors that are most important to employees when considering their existing and potential employers.
In a rapidly changing professional landscape, the launch of the latest research study titled "Should I Stay or Should I Go" offers invaluable insights into the factors that influence employee retention. With the working world undergoing profound transformations, this report, which is based on data gathered from 3,000 UK workers in March of this year, has the potential to redefine how organisations approach talent retention and acquisition.
The last few years have brought about unprecedented shifts in how people view work, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Remote work, flexible hours, and a newfound emphasis on work-life balance have all contributed to a changing dynamic between employers and employees. "Should I Stay or Should I Go" aims to answer the questions: How have these changes fundamentally altered our perception of work? What factors influence employees to either stay in their current roles or seek new opportunities?
Key findings from the research are expected to help internal communications and HR professionals design effective strategies to manage talent throughout various stages of the employee lifecycle. It also equips leaders and managers with the necessary insights to communicate effectively about topics that truly matter to their workforce. By tailoring messaging for different audience segments based on their unique interests, organisations can foster stronger connections with their employees.
Data in this report comes from research undertaken by Ipsos Karian and Box among UK workers in 2023, which led to the production of The IC Index 2023, in collaboration with the Institute of Internal Communication.
Few jobs will remain unchanged by AI and automation. According to the World Economic Forum, 59% of the global workforce will need reskilling by 2030. Within the realm of internal communication, developments in GenerativeAI mean any work that involves writing and documentation is set to be transformed by increasingly sophisticated digital tools that promise enhanced operational efficiency. What does this mean for internal communicators? In this episode Jen, Dom and Cat chat with IoIC fellow Joe Salmon to explore the future of internal communication.
Explore the four major trends shaping work right now, and leave with clear, practical ways to turn AI, sustainability, people and employment shifts into strategic value for internal communication.
December’s IC Trends Report is now available for download, providing the latest actionable intelligence across technology, sustainability, employment and people trends.
This month’s report explores the impact of emerging trends and shifts, including the burgeoning challenge of managing artificial colleagues, the strategic shift to quieter corporate activism, how AI won’t protect colleagues from poor leadership (but EI will), and the implications of ‘mankeeping’ spilling into the workplace, and more.
In addition, our last trend roundup for 2025 highlights opportunity for internal communicators in rapidly evolving work landscapes.
As we continue to reflect on the future of internal communication and potential new roles for IC professionals, here Nadine Dixon shares how she uses her skills and knowledge gained in internal comms to specialise as a change communications specialist.
As the global economy grows ever more complex and uncertain, new skills are needed. Endless streams of new enterprise technology, deteriorating international relations, the rise of populist leaders, climate chaos, misinformation and disinformation – there’s no shortage of issues confounding modern leaders. In this episode, leadership advisor, coach and futurist Louise Mowbray sets out the new skills for future-focused leadership.
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In this bonus episode of season 14, Jen, Dom and Cat are interviewed by IoIC board member and fellow Joe Salmon. Together they discuss the factors driving change for internal communication and ways in which internal communicators can prepare for an altogether exciting future.
