CAREEERS CORNER – Remuneration Predictions for 2024 and Beyond!

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GUEST – Dr Mark Bussin is the Executive Chairperson at 21st Century



Prediction 1: The World Will See its First Trillionaire

As wealth accumulates in unprecedented ways, the prediction of the world's first trillionaire is expected to manifest. This raises questions about income inequality and the ethical distribution of resources.

Prediction 2: The Largest Companies will get Larger

The consolidation of corporate power poses challenges for smaller enterprises and raises concerns about monopolistic practices. How this impacts employee remuneration is a critical consideration.

Prediction 3: The Wage Gap will Grow Between Developed and Developing Countries

Global economic disparities are expected to widen, impacting the wage gap between developed and developing nations. This has implications for organisations operating in diverse international markets.

Prediction 4: Average Monthly Salary Gap will Increase Between Africa and Europe

The widening salary gap between continents reveals the need for a more complex approach to remuneration that accounts for regional economic variations and cost-of-living differences.

Prediction 5: A New Formula will Change the Way we do Remuneration

Innovations in remuneration models, driven by factors like productivity metrics and employee well-being will be needed to reshape traditional remuneration practices. This is where remuneration surveys can help.

Prediction 6: Cost Cutting will increase

Organisations, faced with economic uncertainties, will intensify cost-cutting measures, impacting employee benefits and discretionary remuneration.

Prediction 7: AI will Become Exponential

The integration of Artificial Intelligence into the workforce will intensify and already raises questions about the future of jobs and the skill sets required, influencing remuneration structures.

Prediction 8: The Death of Entitlement will Occur

Changing attitudes towards entitlement challenge traditional notions of guaranteed benefits, requiring organisations to re-evaluate their approach to employee perks.

Prediction 9: Time will be the Most Valuable Resource

As remote work becomes more prevalent, the value of time takes centre stage, prompting a re-evaluation of remuneration structures based on productivity and results.

Prediction 10: There will be a Fierce Focus on Pay Equity

The call for gender and diversity pay equity will gain further momentum, urging organisations to address disparities and foster inclusive remuneration environments.

Prediction 11: The Payslip Ban becomes a reality

Growing concerns about inequity may lead to regulations asking for the disclosure of pay slips during interviews.

Prediction 12: Work Hours will Decrease

As work-life balance becomes a priority, organisations may adopt shorter work weeks or flexible schedules, influencing how remuneration is structured.

Prediction 13: Restructuring Pay for Remote Work will Continue

The permanence of remote work necessitates ongoing adjustments to remuneration structures, reflecting the evolving nature of the modern workplace. Once again, salary surveys will be able to help companies adjust with the requirements.

Prediction 14: We will All Start Thinking Like a CEO

A shift towards a more entrepreneurial mindset among employees prompts organisations to explore innovative and performance-based remuneration models.
5 Feb 2024 3PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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