Four out of five citizens expect more flexible and individualized work opportunities in the future. This applies to both the timing and content of the job and reveals a shift in traditional ideas: away from fixed working hours and towards more flexibility and self-determination in the workplace.
Four out of five citizens expect more flexible and individualized work options in the future. This applies to both the timing and content of their jobs and reveals a shift in traditional perceptions: away from fixed working hours and towards greater flexibility and autonomy in the workplace. But what comes after home office and flextime? Where might this journey lead?
Today's generation of children and teenagers is surrounded by a multitude of digital content – from social media and streaming services to online learning platforms. But how strong is the influence of media on children's development? And what role do the home and school still play?
Today's generation of children and teenagers is surrounded by a multitude of digital content – from social media and streaming services to online learning platforms. But how strong is the influence of media on children's development? And what role do the home and school still play?
Season 2, Episode 11. The results of the 40th German Tourism Analysis: Before our third season launches very soon under a new name, we're presenting the results of the 40th German Tourism Analysis! What was the travel behavior of German citizens like last year, who already has firm travel plans, and how much are Germans spending on their vacations? We're very pleased to be able to personally share the latest study results with you in the 11th episode of the second season. But what's next? We expect to return in March 2024 after a short break with a new concept and Season 3, titled "This is How Germany Ticks." We'll then provide weekly insights into the wishes, dreams, concerns, and hopes of German citizens. As always, with people at the heart of it all, and covering topics from A for work to Z for social cohesion. Studies and further information about this episode can be found here: www.tourismusanalyse.de, www.stiftungfuerzukunftsfragen.de
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The proportion of working women in Germany is growing steadily. Ten years ago, 72 per cent of women were in employment, but this figure has now risen to 75 per cent. This makes the female labour force participation rate in Germany one of the highest in Europe. However, when it comes to female managers, the country is only in the bottom third in Europe at around 29 per cent (EU average: 35%).
Ever since the coronavirus pandemic, the world of work has been changing in favour of flexible working models. Working from home, job sharing, flexible working hours and the promotion of individual working approaches have become increasingly important. Four out of five people expect these and new concepts to give them more freedom and flexibility in their everyday working lives over the next 20 years.
The increasing digitalisation of society is not only affecting the labour market, but also the private sphere, leisure time and interpersonal encounters. Currently, more than three out of four citizens believe that social contacts are suffering or becoming less frequent as a result of this development, leading to people becoming increasingly isolated.
Caring for relatives has become considerably more important in recent years. Within five years, the proportion of Germans who say they care for relatives regularly (at least once a week) has doubled from seven to 14 per cent. The type of care provided ranges from medical care, shopping, transport and other everyday tasks to support with individual challenges.
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