Technological change, globalisation and the rise of knowledge intensive work are often associated with declining job quality. However, high job quality may have positive effects not only on the well-being and mental and physical health of individuals but also on society and the economy as a whole, leading to greater productivity, competitiveness and economic growth. … Continue reading
The short answer is yes, they have a seemingly small, but significant positive impact on the likelihood to find work. This is what a recent so-called “meta-study” finds, summarizing the evidence of 207 different evaluations. Crucially, the evidence suggests that the impact of ALMPs depends on the time horizon one looks at. The effects become much … Continue reading