A slew of recent projects have made me particularly reflective on something I have not traditionally thought too much about…the American Dream.
As I think about our most pressing challenges, from social fragmentation to the loneliness epidemic, democratic erosion, disinformation and pervasive distrust of news and authority, and much more… it’s strikingly clear how interconnected these issues are to the tenuous nature of the American Dream and the promise of economic and social mobility.
So for numerous reasons, I’m thrilled to be a part of a series of projects that are looking to further the ideals of equality, liberty, opportunity, and democracy.
One of those initiatives is the American Opportunity Index: A Corporate Scorecard of Worker Advancement. NationSwell has been a dedicated partner and supporter of the Initiative, and it’s with great admiration for those who brought it to life, that I am eager to underscore the significance of their work.
Career mobility matters. Every hardworking employee, irrespective of their educational background or demographics, deserves the chance to soar. It is fundamental for a prosperous nation, a robust democracy, flourishing communities and families, and in many cases, personal fulfillment. The American Opportunity Index not only empowers workers to choose workplaces aligning with their aspirations but also equips companies with invaluable insights into the real-world impact of their talent policies and practices.
The second Index launched today, measuring the career trajectories of nearly 5 million employees at 400 of America’s largest companies. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/gMpspWrc
Congratulations to the NationSwell members who topped the list including MetLife, Nike, Starbucks, Verizon, Visa, Comcast, Microsoft, PepsiCo, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Best Buy, American Express, American Family Insurance Institute for Corporate and Social Impact, Expedia Group, McDonald's, Travelers, PNC, ServiceNow, Bank of America, Nordstrom, Mastercard, Wayfair, Activision Blizzard, Johnson & Johnson, Salesforce, Wells Fargo, Amazon!
And a tremendous thanks and admiration to the forces behind this work, The Burning Glass Institute Project on Managing the Future of Work and Schultz Family Foundation, with a special shoutout to Marie Groark Rajiv Chandrasekaran, Kris Goddard Nwando Obele, M.P.P., Tyra Mariani, Matt Sigelman and more. cc Anya Joseph Greg Behrman
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