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The future of work – Part 3/3: The labor market of the future

The job market of the future will be characterized by a shortage of skilled workers and flexible working models. Companies must actively recruit talent, and permanent positions are becoming less important in favor of project work and networks.

The future of work – Part 1/3: The trends

The first part of the series "The future of work" deals with rapid changes due to digitalization and artificial intelligence, demographic change with a shortage of workers and the trend towards acquiring usage rights instead of ownership.

Team development: How a group becomes a team

Team development comprises five phases: Forming (getting to know each other), Storming (conflicts), Norming (norms), Performing (collaboration) and Adjourning (parting). The process can be repeated as the team goes through changes.

Cultural change: the 7 factors that make you successful

Cultural change in a 500-employee company improves customer orientation. It requires time, support from top management, open communication and regular workshops.

The future of work – Part 2/3: How we will work

Artificial intelligence will replace jobs, while soft skills will become more important. The younger generation appreciates flat hierarchies and work-life balance, which results in flexible workplaces and changes in recruiting.

Company acquisitions: Why more than 50% fail

Successful company acquisitions require clear communication, workshops to clarify roles and swift decisions to secure talent. Actively address resistance and preserve the innovation culture of the acquired company.

Disruptive changes: What successful companies do differently.

Industry 4.0 requires companies to set up new units, develop suitable business models and provide budgets for innovation. An innovation-friendly culture, such as at Google, promotes change and ensures first-mover advantages.

How to overcome growth crises with change management

Growth crises require active change management. Important steps include professional leadership, a positive corporate culture, effective recruiting and central coordination of changes.

Company growth: How our customer overcame growth thresholds.

A company grew from 35 to 80 employees by establishing clear structures and communication and promoting a positive corporate culture. Efficient processes and strong project managers contributed to its success as a "hidden champion".

Life balance and a fulfilled life – the pearl principle

What is the "pearl principle"? It means collecting significant moments in life as "pearls". It emphasizes that personal development, living in the here and now and commitment to others increase the quality of life.

Effectuation – the logic of the super-entrepreneurs.

Effectuation, the logic of the super-entrepreneurs. Steve Jobs, Jeff Bezos, Richard Branson - they are all super-entrepreneurs. Her recipe for success: effectuation.

Where ideas are born: The Driving Lounge

The Driving Lounge, a business forum for Mercedes representatives, took place on 10. and June 11, 2015 in Berlin. Organized by kc.art and the berliner team, the event provided a space to discuss challenges in the automotive market.