Work of the future

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• How can we stay informed in an age of media overload?

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  In the current geopolitical climate, even a harmless evening watching the news can prove to be a source of anxiety. How can we stay up to date without feeling overwhelmed?

  • 9/18/2026 · 3 minutes

• Negotiating across borders

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  In an uncertain geopolitical environment, dialogue with other countries is essential for tapping into new markets.

  • 9/9/2026 · 4 minutes

• The (utopian?) dream of retiring at 40

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  We introduce you here to the 'FIRE' movement: financial independence, retire early. A concept that is attracting growing numbers of young people who want to leave the world of work behind well before the traditional retirement age. Their watchwords? Invest and save.

  • 7/21/2026 · 3 minutes

• Working, going on holiday – or both at the same time

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  In a world where the boundaries between work and private life are becoming increasingly blurred, ‘workation’ breaks offer new opportunities for professionals. What should you bear in mind if you’re working from abroad?

  • 7/1/2026 · 4 minutes

• What 'AI' Can't Catch

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  While 'AI' is upending entire industries, Nils Hofer's trade has barely changed in centuries. What role do meaning, identity and tradition play in human work during an age of digital transformation?

  • 6/29/2026 · 3 minutes

• AI — the efficient, ever-obliging colleague?

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  Have your working relationships changed since AI agents joined your team? Or simply since AI tools began speeding up your tasks?

  • 6/8/2026 · 4 minutes

• “Jobless growth”: AI works — who else does?

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  Some tech giants are posting revenue growth of more than 50% without increasing headcount. For employees, tasks are becoming more varied, but the pace of work remains intense.

  • 5/20/2026 · 3 minutes

• Pay transparency in Europe: what about Switzerland?

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  A new European law on pay transparency comes into force in June 2026. Will it influence practices in our country?

  • 4/9/2026 · 4 minutes

• Girls’ and boys’ self-image differs

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  The majority of Swiss young people – over 80% – have a positive view of themselves. This is shown by the latest youth study from Pro Juventute. However, there are significant differences between the sexes. What could be the reasons for this? An analysis.

  • 4/8/2026 · 3 minutes

• Poverty in Switzerland – does it really exist? We speak to Laura Brechbühler from Caritas Switzerland.

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  • 3/26/2026 · 3 minutes

• WEF 2026: risks identified, solutions pending

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  Beyond the political issues that took centre stage, the Davos Forum deserves to be analysed through the lens of its original purpose: to offer expert insight into risks that affect us all. Summary of the event.

  • 1/30/2026 · 6 minutes

• Happy New Year!

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  We would like to thank you for your trust and wish you a successful start to 2026!

  • 1/1/2026 · 1 minutes

• Swiss Skilled Labour Trends

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  This topic has been discussed in HR circles for over a decade, and employer branding budgets have repeatedly been increased as a result. The shortage of skilled workers has long been a concern for HR departments and company leaders.

  • 12/4/2025 · 3 minutes

• What is Flexwork?

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  More and more employees are looking for workplaces that are more flexible, inspiring and closer to home. This is exactly where Flesk comes in: with an app that allows you to book a workspace or meeting room at over 170 locations in Switzerland, either spontaneously or in advance – with no long-term commitment.

  • 9/26/2025 · 3 minutes

• Employment Forecast

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  The mood on the Swiss labor market shows signs of dampening in new hires compared to the previous year.

  • 9/22/2025 · 3 minutes

• What is generative AI?

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  Its main goal is to create something new – in the form of text, images, sound or other media.

  • 9/11/2025 · 1 minutes

• How GenAI Has Become Part of Our Professional Lives

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  Generative Artificial Intelligence has conquered the Swiss workplace and has now become an integral part of many companies. This is shown by the AI Barometer Study 2025.

  • 9/9/2025 · 2 minutes

• 39% customs duties – Swiss jobs and prosperity in acute danger

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  The massive tariff increase on Swiss exports announced by the US government is an alarming signal. Here is our statement.

  • 8/5/2025 · 4 minutes

• New forms of learning are needed

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  A new IT school in Zurich aims to break with traditional learning methods, thereby promoting equal opportunities and offering a solution to the shortage of skilled workers.

  • 6/19/2025 · 3 minutes

• ‘There will always be work’

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  Artificial intelligence is the driving force of our time. According to futurologist Joël Luc Cachelin, investment in new ways of living and working together is necessary.

  • 6/6/2025 · 3 minutes

• Record attendance at the 2025 Delegates' Assembly

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  The Delegates' Assembly is more than just a date in the calendar, it is an important event - because your commitment counts and your vote carries weight. This year, we've gone all out to make this day unforgettable!

  • 6/6/2025 · 5 minutes

• "Boomerang" employees

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  Some employers encourage former employees to return to their company.

  • 6/5/2025 · 5 minutes

• How can I use AI in my daily work?

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  ‘Ghost AI’ refers to situations where employees use artificial intelligence applications in their daily work without official guidelines, creating security vulnerabilities.

  • 6/5/2025 · 3 minutes

• Foreigners in Switzerland: Who are they?

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  The ‘foreigners of Switzerland’ do not form a homogeneous social category, quite the contrary.

  • 3/3/2025 · 3 minutes

• Switzerland: the strength of diversity

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  Foreign labour contributes greatly to Switzerland's development and prosperity.

  • 3/3/2025 · 3 minutes

• Regulating AI in Switzerland

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  The rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) is fundamentally changing our working world. And it is obvious that questions are arising regarding the handling and, in particular, the regulation of new technologies.

  • 2/13/2025 · 3 minutes

• Swiss Work Trends: a statistical overview

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  The FSO has published its latest statistics on the quality of work in Switzerland. Since 2013, the most striking development has been the possibility of teleworking.

  • 2/9/2025 · 3 minutes

• Your membership makes a difference: find out how!

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  We are pleased to present here an overview of the actions that your contributions are making possible.

  • 1/8/2025 · 5 minutes

• AI: opportunities for recruiters

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  Artificial intelligence is creating new opportunities in most professional fields. Human resources are no exception. This technology allows recruiters to save time when processing data, so that they can focus on the human aspects.

  • 10/28/2024 · 4 minutes

• What is Quiet Vacationing?

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  When you go on holiday without anyone in the office knowing or noticing.

  • 7/19/2024 · 1 minutes

• We and AI: how we deal with the new technology

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  Artificial intelligence (AI) is more than just a technical gimmick: AI will change our world. It is therefore important to familiarise yourself with the new technology and invest in appropriate training.

  • 7/16/2024 · 3 minutes

• «Workation»: travelling far and wide with your laptop

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  Working where others spend their holidays increases productivity, provides inspiration and brings teams closer together. A guest commentary by Lorenz Ramseyer.

  • 1/3/2024

• Stephan Bachmann: «This Is the Biggest Technological Leap in Human History»

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  The popular course with AI pioneer Stephan Bachmann is entering its second round!

  • 12/17/2023 · 2 minutes

• From Fax to AI

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  In my 25 years in communications at Angestellte Schweiz, the world of work has changed dramatically. Come with me on a journey through time!

  • 12/4/2023 · 4 minutes

• Our members take us into the future

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  At the networking event «Next Level», members, the Executive Board of Employees Switzerland and employees designed the future of your workers' organisation.

  • 9/4/2023 · 1 minutes

• How to Stay Fit for the Modern Working World

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  More flexibility, more mobility, more diversity. What skills do we need to keep pace with change?

  • 6/27/2023 · 4 minutes

• Employees Switzerland Strengthens Competence on the Board

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  Sara Zanardi and Daniel Siegrist were newly elected to the Board of Directors at the 2023 Delegates' Meeting. They help to move Employees Switzerland forward.

  • 6/19/2023 · 4 minutes

• Do We still Need a Women's Strike in 2023?

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  On 14 June, thousands of women will once again walk off the job and strike for equal pay and opportunities. Unfortunately, it is still bitterly necessary.

  • 6/5/2023 · 2 minutes

• Do Professions Have a Gender?

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  Beautician, midhusband, crane operator, doctor. With the feminization of jobs comes the feminization of words.

  • 6/4/2023 · 5 minutes

• What Moves You Moves Our New Website

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  Agile, reliable, helpful – this is the promise of Employees Switzerland. On our new dynamic website it is implemented.

  • 5/25/2023 · 4 minutes

• Am I a Knowledge Worker?

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  You must have heard that knowledge workers are in demand on the job market. Are you one? Find out!

  • 3/20/2023 · 4 minutes

• Learning Is Becoming an Integral Part of Work

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  While up to today knowledge workers have been in demand in the labor market, from now on it will be learning workers. Find out what that means for you.

  • 3/20/2023 · 3 minutes

• How to Use Your Second Brain

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  In times of information overload, smart people build up a second brain. Here you will learn how to make it fruitful for you.

  • 2/8/2023 · 3 minutes