Many radical decisions have transformed Chinese company Haier from a fledgling refrigerator maker to the world’s top appliance manufacturer. The latest? Unleashing the power of its 80,000-strong workforce by fostering ‘intrapreneurship’ or allowing individual employees to act as micro-entrepreneurs.

A career in medicine is dwindling in popularity among young people as research finds that Gen Zers dream job is to become a YouTuber. But with the NHS already under mounting pressure, it’s launching its first recruitment drive in a bid to attract the next generation of nurses and doctors.

Female Gen Xers were trailblazers in the workplace, but now face mid-career challenges that often go overlooked. Canvas8 spoke with Kath Sloggett, founder of career coaching organisation Runneth, to learn how businesses can better support them during pivotal moments in their working lives.

Armed with tech know-how and ambition aplenty, Gen Zers are optimistic about their careers. However, their aspirations aren’t matching the reality of future job demands, presenting an opportunity for educators to better tailor careers advice even in the early years.