Sander van 't Noordende
January 20, 2026
More and more jobs can be done from anywhere in the world. What does this mean for the workforce?
This video is part of: Centre for the New Economy and Society
Around 73 million workers are in jobs that can be performed remotely. From higher-paying roles such as software developers or financial analysts to lower-income roles such as customer service representatives or telemarketers. This means recruiters can access a much wider pool of talent. Helping to tackle skills shortages around the world.
Around 73 million workers are in jobs that can be performed remotely, from higher-paying roles such as software developers or financial analysts to lower-income roles such as customer service representatives or telemarketers. This means recruiters can access a much wider pool of talent. Helping to tackle skills shortages around the world.
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