Richer Millennials likely to listen to classical music

Richer Millennials likely to listen to classical musicRicher Millennials likely to listen to classical musicOur social status can be seen in the clothes we wear, the cars we drive, and, as one new survey points out, it can also be heard by the music we prefer. Thesurvey of 1,500 Millennials, ages 21 to 37, by TD Ameritrade, found that classical music listeners were the fruchtwein likely to feel financially secure out of all the music genre lovers.Classical music lovers feel the most financially secureClassical music is known for attracting older, well-educatedaudiences. This survey found that among younger classical fans, they felt well-versed in financial knowledge.Almost two-thirds of classical lovers surveyed said they were financially secure, compared to 59% of electronic music listeners, and 40% of 80s/90s listeners. Hard rock, rap, and country music listeners reported feeling the least financially secure. Classical lovers were also the most likely to say they invested in the st ock market, while country music listeners were the least likely to say the same.Millennials who listened to classical music rated their financial education as the highest out of any music group. Classical music listeners also needed the most income to feel happy at $171,000, while country music listeners needed the least income to feel happy at $58,000.The findings suggest that Millennials who love classical music also know the most about money having it and knowing how to get more of it.If you want to be seen as someone who has their finances in order, you may want to turn up the Bach.

Preparing for Your University Music School Audition

Preparing for Your University Music School AuditionPreparing for Your University Music School AuditionOne thing stands between you and your coveted university music school admission the audition. When you prepare, two things are key learning the material inside and out and building your confidence. The process can be intimidating, but dont let it shake you. You can ace your audition Learn the Requirements Every music school has its own requirements for auditions, and it is absolutely imperative that you learn the requirements front to back. These requirements will tell you important things about your audition, such as how long your performance should be and whether there are music or genre requirements you have to meet. Also, pay attention to whether or not your audition will take place in front of the judges or if you will be behind a screen. This information will be important as you decide how to dress for your big day. Prepare Your Music If the school has assigned music to perform, start learning it- and learning it well.If, on the other hand, you get to select a popsong of your own, choose carefully. Foremost, pick music that makes you feel comfortable in your own skin. Ideally, the selection should also showcase your abilities, fit the time you have for your audition, and be appropriate for the environment. If sight reading is part of your audition, practice playing random pieces of music to get into the habit. Be prepared to take direction during your audition. Usually, this isnt an indictment of your performance but rather a test to see how you adapt. Your music teacher can help you prepare for this part of your audition. Get Comfortable Performing By Yourself As important as it is to learn your music inside and out, it is equally important to get comfortable performing it in front of an audience by yourself. Perhaps you are experienced playing as part of an ensemble but havent necessarily had the occasion to perform on your own. It could be beneficial to seek out a venue or situation in which you can perform your music by yourself, maybe signing up for a spot at an open mic night or just getting your friends and family together and playing your heart out for them. Not only will this give you a chance to get some valuable feedback, but it will help you feel more at ease playing in front of a crowd on your own. The confidence you gain in these dry runs will serve you well during your real audition. Planning and Preparation Dont stay up all night practicing before your music audition. Going in with a well-rested mind will be much more beneficial to you. Dress comfortably but nice. Think suits, dresses, or skirts. Even if youre behind a screen during your audition, you never know who you will bump into in the hall. Dont wear anything that could impede your performance. As for the audition itself, it is important to be prepared for more than just the music. Make sure, for instance, that you know how to get to the auditi on room beforehand and leave yourself plenty of time. Double check that you have packed up everything you need for the audition before you leave home. Finally, dont second guess your preparation or choices once you are in the music audition location. You cant change any of those things now. Get out there and play your best, and be confident while doing it.

Execs feel 47% of their best talent will quit within 2 years of hire

Execs feel 47% of their best talent will quit 'within 2 years of hire' Execs feel 47% of their best talent will quit 'within 2 years of hire' New data from Eightfold shows that  CEOs and CHROs think that 47% of their best employees will quit “within 2 years of hire.” But overall, 78% of these executives think that “talent programs are very important for” their workplaces, but they seem to be getting a bad rap - 56% consider them “not very effective.”Eightfold partnered with Harris Interactive Media on the study - which has a detailed methodology - but keep in mind that 1,007 “CEOs or CHROs of companies with 1,000 or more employees” and 204 employees weighed in. That’s a pretty large scale.But the upcoming findings are just from respondents who are CEOs and CHROs, specifically.When executives think the best employees will leaveHere’s what the breakdown looks like: “Over 10 years:” 13% “5 to 10 years:” 11% “2 to 5 years:” 28% “1 to 2 years:” 24% “1 year or less:” 23% Where diversity falls short at big companiesHere’s where diversity is lacking at executives’ companies, according to them: “We can’t find enough qualified, diverse talent:” 40% “We struggle retaining diverse talent:” 38% “We lack career opportunities for 40-55 year olds:” 31% “We lack career opportunities for Millennials:” 23% “We can’t find enough people of color:” 23% “We can’t find enough women:” 22% But Ashutosh Garg, co-founder and chief executive officer at Eightfold.ai, commented on the research in a statement:“Executives have spoken and it’s clear that the diversity problem in talent management feels like it’s worse than ever … At the same time, we know that the quality of diverse candidates available today is unmatched.”Common hiring issues executives faceCEOs and CHROs broadly demonstrated that their companies have a variety of issues in the hiring department, reporting: “We face greater market competition for talent:” 42% “We lack available skilled staff:” 40% “We have difficulty retaining talent:” 39% “We see a skills shortage in the market:” 30% “None of these:” 13% A chilling finding from the report also shows that polled companies predict that an average of 792 open jobs won’t be filled within the next year.But just 22% reported their companies have put artificial intelligence, or AI, to use “for talent programs.”In the same vein, here are the top three  ways that CEOs and CHROs think that AI can help their companies in terms of “talent goals:” by “improving the talent acquisition process” (44%), “increasing talent retention:” (44%) and “reducing the time HR spends on admin tasks” (42%).Overall, 64% of leaders surveyed think that boosting “talent retention is important,” 57% think having a diverse workforce is crucial and 59% feel the same way about “creating a better experience for internal and external  candidates.”