Sustainable talent pipelines: interviews with British student cohorts from 2008 and 2020 provide strategic insights for organizations

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings A study based on interviews with 28 British graduates from two cohorts identified two themes associated with attracting early-career talent (ECT) – company culture and supply and demand. But 2020 graduates prioritized the job role and job security, whereas 2008 graduates emphasized job location and commute duration. Three additional themes were related to the retention of early-career talent – career progression, health and well-being and remuneration. Originality The briefing saves busy executives, strategists and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.