Simon Rogers reveals three Google search trends on user needs

4 articles · Updated · life.liga.net · May 7

The trends span basic-skill queries like “how to boil an egg”, post-pandemic career searches, and record “how to help” questions in the US and UK.
Rogers said searches such as “jobs that help people” now outpace “jobs that pay well”, with therapist, social worker and psychologist among the most sought-after roles.
He said search data can show more candid behaviour than social media, highlighting people’s willingness to learn simple tasks and support others facing depression, anxiety or panic attacks.

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