How Can the Global Labor Shortage be Addressed?

    Many large economies across the globe are experiencing or will experience labor shortages over the next decade. How can countries address these gaps, and to what extent can artificial intelligence (AI) and immigration solve the workforce crisis?   Join Steve Odland and guest Dana Peterson, Chief Economist and Leader, Economy, Strategy & Finance Center, to find out about the current state of global labor markets, the impact of an aging population, and potential solutions to labor shortages.  00:40 Welcome to C Suite Perspectives   01:11 Global Labor Market Outlook   02:12 Aging Population and Labor Shortages   05:23 Impact of Immigration on Labor Markets   08:30 AI and Automation in the Workforce   10:15 Regional Labor Market Differences   15:43 Solutions to Labor Shortages   18:21 Engaging the Domestic Workforce   29:49 Final Thoughts and Conclusion 

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Welcome to C-Suite Perspectives, a podcast series by The Conference Board. Hosted by our President & CEO, Steve Odland, this weekly conversation will take an objective, data-driven look at a range of business topics aimed at executives. Listeners will come away with what The Conference Board does best: insights for what’s ahead™.