Hi! I’m Peter, CEO of Kickresume, and these career-related stories caught my attention this month — and might catch yours too.

Just a few days ago, we said goodbye to 2023 & welcomed 2024.

So let’s see where we're headed in our workplaces and where we've been.

Get ready for these 2024 job trends

As we venture into 2024, I see several trends shaping our work lives.

More AI in hiring
Candidates will become increasingly aware of the need to optimize their resumes for AI screening.

Recruiters will use AI to proactively source candidates from various platforms as well as predict candidate success in a role based on their resume, past experiences, and even their performance in AI-driven assessments.

Four-day work weeks
Imagine having a three-day weekend, every week. Experiments with shorter workweeks have shown promising results. Improved productivity could balance the reduced working hours, making it a viable model for various industries.

VR and AR trainings
Virtual and augmented reality technologies will be used more and more for immersive and effective training programs.

In fields like medicine, engineering, and aviation, they enable trainees to practice complex procedures or operate machinery in a risk-free, virtual environment, enhancing their skills without the real-world consequences of errors.

Gen Z's growing influence
As Glassdoor's 2024 Workplace Trends reports, “Gen Z is poised to overtake Baby Boomers in the full-time workforce by early 2024”.

The workplace will be getting a refresh with Gen Z stepping in. Bringing new perspectives, a strong affinity for technology, and a focus on inclusivity, their influence in the workplace will grow significantly.

Key workplace shifts that shaped 2023

To add a little bit of context, here's a recap of some of the key movements that redefined our professional landscapes in the last year.

Quiet quitting
Did you notice how this term popped up in almost every work conversation? It wasn't just a buzzword. Setting boundaries became the new norm. (And honestly, it was about time.)

Hybrid and flexible work 
The pandemic may be in the rearview, but hybrid work is here to stay. It’s like we all collectively realized that maybe we don’t need to be in an office physically all the time.

According to Gallup’s report, the shift towards remote and hybrid models is only going to grow, pushing the ways of where and how we get our jobs done.

Generative AI in the workplace
AI stepped into our daily work lives. The integration of AI has led to the evolution of new job roles (Hi to all prompt engineers), necessitating a shift in skill sets and continuous learning.

Pay transparency
Sparked by legislative changes in some countries and a push for equity, pay transparency moved from the sidelines to the spotlight. More transparency means a fairer playing field for everyone, and it's changing how we approach job listings and salary negotiations.

Over to you – what changes (and challenges) are you expecting for the year ahead in your career?

Handpicked remote job paying in $$$:
Collections Manager at Revolut

You'll be responsible for the build-out of in-country processes and procedures, and the continued performance of the team as products launch at the Credit department.

Compensation range (US): $96,300 - $110,000 gross annually
+ Financial benefits
+ Medical insurance for you and the close ones
+ Flexibility to work from home, the office, or abroad
+ A free Revolut Metal subscription
+ Exciting events year-round

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Random piece of career advice that actually works

Subject line is the very first thing the recruiter is going to see.

That's why you want the subject line of your resume email to be absolutely spot on.

First of all, check the job posting for instructions regarding the submission. There may be a preferred subject format the company uses. If that's the case, then you need to stick to it.

If there are no instructions, you should stick to the standard format for subject lines:

Subject: ‘Job application’ – Job title, Job ID (if applicable) — Your Name
Example: Job application – Office Manager, Job ID #1553 — Ian Lumberjack

If someone recommended you for the job, definitely make this clear in the subject line:
Referral from John Wick: Job application – Graphic Designer, Job ID #1554 — Nina Hughes

Also check out these 3 sample emails for sending your resume to recruiters in our blog post.

Thanks for sticking with me to the end.

Since no great scroller should go unrewarded, here’s a 20% discount code for Kickresume Premium.

And with that, I’m signing off on my first newsletter of 2024!

Peter