A record number of people around the world are walking away from their jobs to reassess their lives and prioritise work-life balance.

Industries being hardest hit by this trend include hospitality and ride-sharing, and experts think it could lead to changes around workers rights and Australia’s migration policies.

Plus, Aussies hoping to get a Christmas gig won’t need a resume or references, after a retailer announced it would be adopting an open hiring approach for their December casuals.

Live guests: Dr Kirstin Ferguson, leadership specialist Alison Pennington, Centre for Future Work Shannon Chrisp, The Body Shop