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#hiring-evaluation

Performance reviews are performative (and why that matters now more than ever)

AI enhances productivity but lacks the generative capacity and empathy that humans possess.

12 hours ago

Your differences are your competitive advantage against AI, LinkedIn's leaders say

AI is transforming work by focusing on tasks rather than job titles, allowing individuals to shape their careers actively.

Productivity

Performance reviews are performative (and why that matters now more than ever)

AI enhances productivity but lacks the generative capacity and empathy that humans possess.

more#ai

Online learning

7 hours ago

Simulation-Based Learning In Corporate Sales Training: Role Play At Scale To Transform Sales Enablement

Simulation-based learning enhances sales training by preparing teams for real customer interactions and pressures, addressing gaps in traditional training methods.

Information security

How To Spot A Fake Candidate Before You Hire One

Deepfake technology is increasingly used in hiring fraud, posing significant challenges for recruiters and companies.

5 hours ago

From Crisis to Continuity: The Human Impact of Workplace Disruption

Organizations must shift from 'if' to 'when' regarding crisis preparedness, focusing on human impact and corporate culture for resilient recovery.

Want to stand out at work? Stop trying to be a star

Individualism can hinder team success; effective teams thrive on trust and collaboration rather than individual achievements.

fromAxios

8 hours ago

AI can cost more than human workers now

AI compute costs are surpassing employee costs, prompting companies to seek proof of productivity gains from AI investments.

SF LGBT

fromLGBTQ Nation

Corporations & leaders are retreating to safe choices. They will be the death of us. - LGBTQ Nation

Safe choices in response to threats against trans rights lead to complicity and hinder the fight for equality.

Marketing

fromInc

The Most Powerful Business Strategy Isn't a Product or a Pitch. It's a Person

Super connectors prioritize genuine relationships over transactional networking, making their networks integral to their business success.

Tech industry

fromIntelligencer

The Downgrading of the American Tech Worker

Tech layoffs are widespread as companies shift focus to AI, raising concerns about job security and efficiency for remaining employees.

#hiring

fromTechCrunch

Startup companies

Don't stop hiring humans - stop hiring the wrong humans, Artisan's founder says | TechCrunch

fromNew York Post

How to write a job post that filters out the wrong people

Quality talent exists, but employers must improve job postings to attract the right candidates.

Careers

3 ways to attract employees who will love their jobs

Startup companies

fromTechCrunch

Don't stop hiring humans - stop hiring the wrong humans, Artisan's founder says | TechCrunch

Every founder must assemble the right team to scale, avoiding hiring mistakes that can jeopardize startup success.

fromNew York Post

How to write a job post that filters out the wrong people

Quality talent exists, but employers must improve job postings to attract the right candidates.

Careers

3 ways to attract employees who will love their jobs

more#hiring

fromSecuritymagazine

Succeeding an Underwhelming Leader

"For the life of me, I couldn't figure out what they actually did."

SF politics

Microsoft Offers First-Ever Retirement Buyouts to Thousands of Employees

Microsoft introduces a voluntary retirement program for select employees amid the AI boom, targeting those with 70 combined years of age and service.

Tech industry

fromTheregister

Microsoft encourages chunk of experienced US staff to leave

Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to US employees to improve Windows quality and reliability.

Retirement

fromTechRepublic

Microsoft Offers First-Ever Retirement Buyouts to Thousands of Employees

Microsoft introduces a voluntary retirement program for select employees amid the AI boom, targeting those with 70 combined years of age and service.

Tech industry

fromTheregister

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Microsoft encourages chunk of experienced US staff to leave

Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to US employees to improve Windows quality and reliability.

Companies Are Quietly Killing Their Law Firm Diversity Mandates - Above the Law

Corporate America is retracting diversity commitments to law firms, undermining progress in the legal profession.

Higher education

Can Diversity and Meritocracy Coexist? (opinion)

The term 'diversity' is being replaced by 'belonging' and 'culture' due to concerns about meritocracy and perceptions of competence.

Law

fromAbove the Law

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Companies Are Quietly Killing Their Law Firm Diversity Mandates - Above the Law

Corporate America is retracting diversity commitments to law firms, undermining progress in the legal profession.

Higher education

Can Diversity and Meritocracy Coexist? (opinion)

The term 'diversity' is being replaced by 'belonging' and 'culture' due to concerns about meritocracy and perceptions of competence.

more#diversity

Marketing tech

fromwww.independent.co.uk

10 Best Competitor Analysis Tools To Benchmark Your eLearning Or HR Tech Brand

Competitor analysis tools are essential for eLearning and HR tech companies to benchmark performance and identify growth opportunities.

Social justice

Online Community Development

Black and ethnic minority staff facing appalling' levels of racism in the workplace

Racism and unfair treatment of black and ethnic minority workers in Britain are increasing, necessitating urgent action from employers.

fromInfoQ

Panel: Building a Culture that Works

A thriving work culture is essential for engineers, emphasizing psychological safety, autonomy, and understanding among team members.

Mental health

AI Is Boosting Productivity and Burnout: Teams Must Build Hope

Hope is essential in combating burnout, especially as AI reshapes work dynamics and increases stress.

Wellness

Workplace Details That Can Make or Break Your Day

Day-to-day workplace conditions significantly influence employee engagement, productivity, and retention.

Education

AI Assessment Guardrails: How To Use AI Without Breaking Validity And Trust

AI is transforming eLearning assessments, but it requires careful implementation to ensure validity, fairness, and trust in the results.

Relationships

What to say when someone compliments you at work

Handling compliments effectively is crucial for building relationships and maintaining a positive self-image.

#leadership-development

Women

Making the Shift from Individual Contributor to Leader

Transitioning from individual contributor to leader involves self-conviction and recognition from others.

AI Is Changing Leadership Development, But Not The Way You Think

Leadership development focuses on judgment and behavior, not just content, and must adapt to real-world challenges.

Women

Making the Shift from Individual Contributor to Leader

Transitioning from individual contributor to leader involves self-conviction and recognition from others.

more#leadership-development

AI Is Changing Leadership Development, But Not The Way You Think

Leadership development focuses on judgment and behavior, not just content, and must adapt to real-world challenges.

Women in technology

Over a third of men have blamed a female colleague's behavior on 'hormones'

Women face significant workplace discrimination, including promotion disparities, pay gaps, and unfair health assumptions from male colleagues.

Are internal CEOs the way to go?

Tim Cook described John Ternus as 'a brilliant engineer and thinker who has spent the past 25 years building the Apple products our users love so much, obsessed with every detail, focused on every possible way we can make something better, bolder, more beautiful, and more meaningful.'

Apple

The rise of days-long (and often unpaid) 'work trials' for job applicants

Work trials are increasingly used by employers to evaluate candidates' real-world skills amidst a flood of similar applications.

Careers

I tried every trick to stand out in my job search. A tip I found on Reddit was the only strategy that got me an offer.

The rise of days-long (and often unpaid) 'work trials' for job applicants

Work trials are increasingly used by employers to evaluate candidates' real-world skills amidst a flood of similar applications.

I tried every trick to stand out in my job search. A tip I found on Reddit was the only strategy that got me an offer.

A simple AI tool for locating hiring managers' emails led to multiple interviews and a job offer.

more#job-search

4 people who pivoted into AI jobs and how they did it

AI roles are rapidly growing, offering opportunities for workers to pivot from various industries and future-proof their careers.

#leadership

Psychology

Mastering the Long Game

When Did Escapism Become Leadership's Go-To Strategy?

Avoidance erodes trust and long-term results; empathy is a strategic advantage for building resilient teams.

No, you can't upskill your culture. But you can upskill your leaders

Unconscious communication habits significantly impact organizational culture and employee engagement.

Mastering the Long Game

Advanced strategic leadership skills are essential for navigating economic realities and stakeholder agendas amid uncertainty.

When Did Escapism Become Leadership's Go-To Strategy?

Avoidance erodes trust and long-term results; empathy is a strategic advantage for building resilient teams.

No, you can't upskill your culture. But you can upskill your leaders

Unconscious communication habits significantly impact organizational culture and employee engagement.

Skills vs. Certificates: What Happens After "Course Completed"?

Ongoing practice and reinforcement are essential for retaining skills beyond initial training.

Humor

Meetings, egos, 'circling back': The 'corporate ick' that drives workers away

Corporate jargon and performative behaviors in the workplace are causing frustration among employees, reflecting a desire for authenticity and human connection.

Benefits like parental leave and PTO are on the chopping block. Here's what readers are saying.

Workers prioritize paid time off, and recent reductions by companies like Zoom and Deloitte have sparked significant concern and debate.

Women

How to respond to 'benevolent sexism' at work

Benevolent sexism, while appearing positive, undermines women's careers by reducing self-esteem and increasing emotional exhaustion.

Women in technology

How the 'empathy trap' keeps women out of leadership roles

Power dynamics often hinder progress, allowing inequity to persist despite awareness.

Marketing

Soft Skills Are Back ... And May Be Here To Stay!

Soft skills are increasingly important in the AI age, reflecting a shift similar to the post-millennial era's clash between generations.

15 hours ago

5 signs you're doing work that doesn't matter

Ambitious workers seek meaningful contributions that create value for others and themselves, ensuring their efforts are impactful.

I lost my job to AI. Here's why mass layoffs won't transform your company | Fortune

AI layoffs often prioritize immediate cost savings over true transformation and innovation in the workplace.

Social justice

fromComputerworld

IBM's government DEI settlement could increase pressure to avoid tech hiring diversity

IBM's settlement with the DOJ dismantles its DEI programs and halts workforce diversification efforts.

Startup companies

Entry-level hiring is broken. These companies are completely reimagining it

Palantir launched a Meritocracy Fellowship to recruit young talent, emphasizing aptitude over experience and providing intensive training and mentorship.

Online learning

The Art Of Perpetual Onboarding: Why AI Makes The Continuous Model Viable At Last

Onboarding is often mistakenly viewed as complete after 90 days, neglecting ongoing development needs of employees.

Layoffs Are A Leadership Test For Executives

Effective leadership during layoffs is crucial for maintaining trust and organizational performance.

You survived a layoff. Now what?

Surviving layoffs brings complex emotions like relief, guilt, frustration, and anxiety about job security and workplace relationships.

Layoffs Are A Leadership Test For Executives

Effective leadership during layoffs is crucial for maintaining trust and organizational performance.

You survived a layoff. Now what?

Surviving layoffs brings complex emotions like relief, guilt, frustration, and anxiety about job security and workplace relationships.

more#layoffs

fromMedium

How to Evaluate AI Tools Without Being a Data Scientist

Many organizations struggle to integrate AI effectively, with only 25% having done so despite plans for increased spending.

Working From Home Isn't Killing Women's Careers. But Corporate Culture Still Might Be.

Remote work is essential for many women, but proximity to the office often leads to better advancement opportunities.

fromRemotive Blog

[Newsletter] Your Job Search Is Broken - Here's the Fix

Remote job search strategies must evolve to meet new employer expectations and market realities for 2026.

Women in technology

Working From Home Isn't Killing Women's Careers. But Corporate Culture Still Might Be.

Remote work is essential for many women, but proximity to the office often leads to better advancement opportunities.

fromRemotive Blog

[Newsletter] Your Job Search Is Broken - Here's the Fix

Remote job search strategies must evolve to meet new employer expectations and market realities for 2026.

Want to live a longer, happier life? Science says work to be more successful (but not in the way you might think)

Engagement in pursuing goals, rather than achieving them, correlates with longer, more fulfilling lives.

fromInc

Why So Many Workers Say the Office is Making Them Look Worse

Employees are increasingly blaming poor office air quality for negative health effects and appearance changes, leading to resistance against in-person work mandates.

Inside the xAI exodus: Meet the dozens of people who have left Elon Musk's AI company

xAI is experiencing significant employee turnover, with all cofounders except Elon Musk having left amid ongoing organizational changes and competition in the AI sector.

Do you have this leadership blindspot?

Identity dysmorphia occurs when self-perception lags behind actual capabilities, limiting leadership impact despite external recognition of competence.

Why second chance hiring is smart business

The job market is challenging, especially for individuals with justice-involved pasts, who face significant barriers to employment.

fromSkift Meetings

The Event Job Market's New Rules

The current job market is challenging, with niche roles requiring specific experience and personal touch in recruitment.

Why second chance hiring is smart business

The job market is challenging, especially for individuals with justice-involved pasts, who face significant barriers to employment.

fromSkift Meetings

The Event Job Market's New Rules

The current job market is challenging, with niche roles requiring specific experience and personal touch in recruitment.

more#job-market

#ai-adoption

fromComputerworld

The AI workplace paradox: Higher productivity, higher anxiety

AI adoption is widespread among developers and IT staff, despite their concerns about job security due to potential displacement.

Top HR leaders warn against using AI as cover for mass layoffs | Fortune

Layoffs due to AI adoption may be shortsighted; companies should focus on redeploying talent instead.

fromComputerworld

The AI workplace paradox: Higher productivity, higher anxiety

AI adoption is widespread among developers and IT staff, despite their concerns about job security due to potential displacement.

Top HR leaders warn against using AI as cover for mass layoffs | Fortune

Layoffs due to AI adoption may be shortsighted; companies should focus on redeploying talent instead.

Meta executive says he only gets stressed five times a year and that it's actually a 'useful signal' | Fortune

Stress can be a useful signal for prioritizing important work, as demonstrated by Meta's CTO Andrew Bosworth.

Lost your job to AI? These support programs provide cash, support, and more

AI displacement of workers is prompting new support programs like the AI Dividend, which provides financial aid and career resources.

#workplace-issues

Careers

We're Going to Have to Let Our Receptionist Go for What Feels Like a Cruel Reason. I Wish It Didn't Have to Be This Way.

I've Worked Tirelessly to Get One of Our Best Employees a Promotion. Then I Learned What the Bosses Have in Store for Him Instead.

First-time manager struggles to secure a raise and promotion for an exemplary employee amid company staffing issues and financial constraints.

We're Going to Have to Let Our Receptionist Go for What Feels Like a Cruel Reason. I Wish It Didn't Have to Be This Way.

A law firm faces staffing issues due to a receptionist's childcare problems, impacting office operations and client interactions.

I've Worked Tirelessly to Get One of Our Best Employees a Promotion. Then I Learned What the Bosses Have in Store for Him Instead.

First-time manager struggles to secure a raise and promotion for an exemplary employee amid company staffing issues and financial constraints.

more#workplace-issues

'This Makes Me Super Uncomfortable': Meta's Plan to Track Employees' Every Click and Keystroke Sparks Backlash

Meta is installing tracking software on U.S. employees' computers to create AI training data from their work activities.

Are You Accidentally Letting Future Leaders Slip Away?

Hire candidates with a growth mindset and promote from within to cultivate long-term leadership.

I Know My Company Doesn't Frown Upon Workplace Romance. But One Employee Is Taking It Too Far.

Addressing inappropriate workplace behavior is essential, even if it doesn't violate company policy.

Fewer than 1 in 4 workers feel their job is safe. Here's why worker 'FOBO'-fear of becoming obsolete-is hurting companies | Fortune

Job insecurity is pervasive across sectors, with many workers fearing layoffs and feeling their positions are not safe.

fromBusiness Matters

How resilient leaders help their teams thrive through change

Resilience in business means continuing to move forward despite challenges and is heavily influenced by effective leadership.

fromTalentLMS Blog

Skills Inventory: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to Build One

A skills inventory provides real-time visibility of employee skills, helping organizations identify gaps and optimize workforce planning.

fromIndependent

This Working Life: 'I wanted to excel in my career, but I was feeling guilty being away half the week'

I've done the corporate life for so long, but I need to make my work-life balance work for me.

Careers

fromYourTango

11 Career-Ending Habits Of People Who Make Terrible Co-Workers

Navigating office politics is essential for career growth, and recognizing detrimental habits can improve workplace relationships.

Workers Are Overlooking This $300K Career Path With 81K Job Openings, Says a Talent CEO: 'The Opportunities Are Massive'

Laid-off tech workers should pivot to data center electrician and technician roles due to a surge in job demand.

I applied to 2,000 jobs before getting offers at Target and a startup. Here's how I decided which to pick.

Dianna Dimambro chose a startup software engineering role over an internship at Target for career growth despite the risks in the tech job market.

fromBusiness Matters

The Job Benefits Most Men Don't Know to Negotiate

Focusing solely on base salary can lead to missing out on valuable non-cash benefits that enhance overall compensation.

My Company's CEO Died. Everything That's Happened Since Has Me Reconsidering My Future.

Making a confident decision is more important than the choice itself.

Women

Women are less likely to apply for jobs with a huge pay range. Here's what companies can do about it

Pay transparency laws intended to reduce wage disparities have proven ineffective because employers use vague salary ranges that discourage women from applying and reduce their negotiation assertiveness.

fromwww.housingwire.com

Culture isn't what you say. It's what you do

Culture is demonstrated daily through actions, not just defined in documents.

Recruiters say job boards like LinkedIn are dead. Here's how to hire instead

"LinkedIn?" She laughed. "You mean Facebook for thought leaders? No, I won't be using any of those sites."

Startup companies

4 myths about AI in hiring, debunked

AI in hiring can reduce bias compared to human recruiters, challenging common misconceptions about its fairness.

Artificial intelligence

AI Has Made Hiring Worse-But It Can Still Help

4 myths about AI in hiring, debunked

AI in hiring can reduce bias compared to human recruiters, challenging common misconceptions about its fairness.

Artificial intelligence

AI Has Made Hiring Worse-But It Can Still Help

The retention risk AI misses

Job-hopping is prevalent among younger workers, necessitating companies to continuously earn employee retention through purpose and growth.

fromBusiness Insider

EY's talent chief says AI is changing the entire employee lifecycle, from talent development to promotions

EY is implementing individualized career paths with agile promotions and assessments to align roles with employee readiness and impact.

I Stayed Loyal to One Company for Longer Than Most People Do. The Hard Part About Leaving Is Surprising Me.

Consider pursuing a new job opportunity despite feelings of loyalty and guilt towards the current employer.

Employers love tricky job interview questions, but they're actually useless

Unstructured, brainteaser-style interview questions have low predictive validity and mainly produce noise, assessing improvisation or similarity to the interviewer rather than job-relevant skills.

The best and worst questions to ask at the end of a job interview

Traditional job interviews remain largely unchanged despite evidence showing they are unreliable predictors of performance.

fromMedium

Careers

An interview is not a dog show

The best and worst questions to ask at the end of a job interview

Traditional job interviews remain largely unchanged despite evidence showing they are unreliable predictors of performance.

fromMedium

Careers

An interview is not a dog show

more#job-interviews

3 weeks ago

Thought Leader Q&A: Talking Human-Centered Recruiting And Talent Management With Dominika Probola

Empathy and understanding are essential in talent management, especially in the evolving landscape of Learning and Development.

fromTechRepublic

Recruiters Follow AI's Biased Hiring Recommendations 90% of the Time, Research Says

AI hiring tools exhibit significant racial and gender bias, and human reviewers fail to catch most of it despite being positioned as safeguards.

fromSocial Media Explorer

How AI is Changing the Hiring Landscape for Good - Social Media Explorer

AI will create millions of jobs by augmenting human capabilities, easing tedious tasks, improving hiring, enabling upskilling, higher pay, work-life balance, and employee loyalty.

fromBusiness Insider

HR execs say AI is rewriting the rules of hiring and job hunting

AI is reducing some entry-level tasks while forcing companies to redesign talent pipelines and prioritize skills that complement technology for future leaders.

Why I Cancelled a Candidate's Interview 15 Minutes Before It Started

Candidates who present problems without attempting solutions demonstrate they lack the problem-solving initiative employers increasingly value in today's workplace.

4 Moves That Give You an Edge in Hiring and Retaining Talent

Modern employees prioritize immediate financial wellness and personal support alongside traditional retirement benefits, with 77% experiencing stress about current economic conditions.

A rejected candidate keeps demanding to know why I didn't hire him

A job candidate who lacked relevant qualifications repeatedly contacted the hiring team demanding an interview explanation, creating an awkward situation for someone no longer employed there.

HR won't stop talking about skills-based hiring. So why isn't it happening? | Fortune

Most organizations claim to adopt skills-based hiring but lack standardized practices, training, and frameworks to implement it effectively, creating an illusion of progress.

'Overqualified' isn't a compliment. It's a hiring risk label

Highly qualified applicants are less likely to be hired because employers fear their motives, labeling them "overqualified" and avoiding potential disruption or turnover.