Before you read, check that you know the meaning of the words in the box. Match them with their definitions (1–7). Use a dictionary if necessary.

constricted, influx, poach, rigid, transformation, tribe, window dressing

1. a complete change in someone or something
2. not flexible
3. large quantity of people/things arriving at the same time
4. group of people with similarities
5. try to attract employees from other companies
6. attractive but less important than other factors
7. limiting someone’s freedom to do what they want