#employment-challenges
#employment-challenges

fromwww.theguardian.com

2 weeks ago

There's a lot of desperation': skilled older workers turn to AI training to stay afloat

Skilled workers over 50 are transitioning to AI training roles after struggling to find traditional employment.

fromIndependent

Career

Modern Morals: My husband has just been let go from his fourth job in five years - I'm running out of patience. What can I do?

fromwww.theguardian.com

2 weeks ago

There's a lot of desperation': skilled older workers turn to AI training to stay afloat

Skilled workers over 50 are transitioning to AI training roles after struggling to find traditional employment.

more#job-loss

#reproductive-rights

Disabled man rejected for dream job' for third time after months of unpaid work

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting and support for journalists.

UK politics

Man has application to become a bin man rejected twice despite working for free

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues, emphasizing the importance of donations to support on-the-ground reporting.

Disabled man rejected for dream job' for third time after months of unpaid work

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting and support for journalists.

Man has application to become a bin man rejected twice despite working for free

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues, emphasizing the importance of donations to support on-the-ground reporting.

more#reproductive-rights

#job-market

Higher education

Recent Grads Say AI Is Making It Impossible to Find a Job

fromFast Company

The quiet cruelty of 'ghost jobs' in today's hiring market

Job seekers face challenges from 'ghost jobs' that remain posted despite no actual hiring, wasting time and emotional energy.

Education

A recent Gen Z grad with $25,000 in student debt says his job search has made him accept he may never work in his dream field: 'I know that life isn't fair'

fromCNET

Career

Don't Make the Job Hunt Harder. 9 Strategies to Stay Sane and Get Hired

US news

fromwww.npr.org

'Panicking': Why recent college grads are struggling to find jobs

Recent college graduates are facing a challenging job market with limited opportunities due to hiring freezes and an uncertain economic landscape.

Education

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Tight job market forces Silicon Valley college grads to examine options

College graduates face a challenging job market and many resort to obtaining further education.

Higher education

Recent Grads Say AI Is Making It Impossible to Find a Job

Recent college graduates face a challenging job market with high competition and low opportunities, exacerbated by the rise of AI automation.

fromFast Company

The quiet cruelty of 'ghost jobs' in today's hiring market

Job seekers face challenges from 'ghost jobs' that remain posted despite no actual hiring, wasting time and emotional energy.

Education

A recent Gen Z grad with $25,000 in student debt says his job search has made him accept he may never work in his dream field: 'I know that life isn't fair'

fromCNET

Career

Don't Make the Job Hunt Harder. 9 Strategies to Stay Sane and Get Hired

fromwww.npr.org

US news

'Panicking': Why recent college grads are struggling to find jobs

fromwww.mercurynews.com

fromwww.businessinsider.com

Education

Tight job market forces Silicon Valley college grads to examine options

more#job-market

#job-search

4 weeks ago

Career

I have 18 years of experience in PR. My job applications still go unanswered.

Career

I'm a recent college graduate who's struggling to land a job. I'm using my unplanned unemployment to help my aging grandparents.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

4 weeks ago

I have 18 years of experience in PR. My job applications still go unanswered.

The job search process has become frustratingly impersonal and competitive, making it difficult for experienced professionals to secure positions.

Career

I'm a recent college graduate who's struggling to land a job. I'm using my unplanned unemployment to help my aging grandparents.

Toronto youth are struggling to find work. Here's why | CBC News

Youth unemployment has surged, with young job seekers facing increased competition and insecurity in finding stable employment.

Relationships

The HR exec from the viral Coldplay 'Kiss Cam' video says she can't get a job

Kristin Cabot struggles to find employment eight months after a viral 'kiss cam' incident at a Coldplay concert sparked public speculation and harassment.

I graduated with 84k student loan debt now I'm working part-time in a shop'

A university graduate with £84,000 in student debt struggles to find employment in his field and faces rapidly accumulating interest charges under the Plan 2 loan system.

fromFortune

USAA CEO says Gen Z 'are not going to be as well off' as boomers and Gen Xers-they need to take ownership of their success, he urges | Fortune

Gen Z faces worse economic prospects than previous generations due to lower inflation-adjusted salaries, higher unemployment rates, financial inexperience, and AI disruption.

Remote teams

fromCareer Karma

8 months ago

The Benefits of Remote Work for People with Disabilities

Remote work helps bridge the employment gap for individuals with disabilities, offering greater job accessibility and reducing the employment and wage gaps prevalent in traditional workplaces.

Artificial intelligence

8 months ago

Job Seekers Disgusted When They Show Up to Job Interviews and the "Interviewer" Isn't Even Human

Job seekers are increasingly frustrated with AI-only interviews, perceiving a lack of human connection and company culture.

Mental health

fromwww.theguardian.com

8 months ago

I lost my hearing in one ear and I'm worried I won't find a new job

Coping with long-term illness involves self-acknowledgment and seeking support from loved ones.

#germany

Germany news

'Don't lose hope': How to navigate Germany's painful job market

2 years ago

Germany news

INTERVIEW: 'The biggest hurdle for foreign jobseekers is not speaking fluent German'

Germany news

'Don't lose hope': How to navigate Germany's painful job market

fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

2 years ago

Germany news

INTERVIEW: 'The biggest hurdle for foreign jobseekers is not speaking fluent German'

Gen Z is right about the job hunt-it really is worse than it was for millennials, with nearly 60% of fresh faced grads frozen out of the workforce

Many recent Gen Z graduates are struggling to find full-time employment, highlighting challenges in today's competitive job market.

Remote teams

fromHackernoon

2 years ago

How to Design a Fraud-Resistant Hiring Process for Remote Teams | HackerNoon

Remote work has expanded talent search but increased fraudulent applicants.

Fundraising

How to Navigate the Modern Nonprofit Job Search - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Navigating nonprofit hiring is challenging due to layoffs, budget cuts, and emotional difficulties faced by job seekers.

Artificial intelligence

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Applying to Jobs Has Become an AI-Powered Wasteland

The rise of generative AI is making job searches increasingly difficult for human applicants amidst a flood of automated submissions.

Mental health

fromPsychology Today

10 months ago

Neurodivergence in the Workplace

Many neurodivergent individuals face employment challenges primarily due to workplace norms favoring neurotypical processes.

Artificial intelligence

fromTheregister

10 months ago

Look forward to your Slack teammate, says Salesforce's Benio

Salesforce's AI integration in Slack is aimed at enhancing productivity with digital teammates.

Parenting

fromFatherly

10 months ago

Do Men Have the Guts to Push for Parental Leave?

Fathers face significant challenges regarding paternity leave, with only a few states mandating paid leave.

Some companies offer better leave policies, but many still lag behind in supporting fathers.

Higher education

Data: Trends in Hiring, 2025 Graduate Readiness for the Workforce

The Class of 2025 faces a challenging job market with increasing career preparedness worries and job security concerns.

Relationships

fromSlate Magazine

My Former Boss Is Telling Stories. Unfortunately, They're About Me.

A former CEO's sabotage can derail your job search, but addressing it can help reclaim your narrative and career.

NYC parents

fromBuzzFeed

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

After Working As A Nanny For Years, These 9 Things Will Never Be Part Of My Life Again

Nannies demand fair wages and respect for their professional roles, refusing under-the-table payments that undermine their value.

UK news

UK GDP grows and continues riding out the storm - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK GDP grew 0.2% in March, reflecting resilience amidst tariffs, but challenges loom with higher living costs and national insurance impacts.

A millennial who couldn't find a job for 4 years revamped his family's meal planning and childcare to make it work

Dan Colflesh illustrates the challenges individuals face when job hunting in a tough market and emphasizes financial adjustments to ease stress.

Women in technology

fromThe Washington Post