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Remote teams
fromThe Queen Zone
6 hours ago

More U.S. workers are completely abandoning the traditional 9-to-5: Here are 12 reasons why

The traditional 9-to-5 work model is being replaced by flexible schedules that prioritize work-life balance and mental health.
#job-market
Careers
fromFast Company
1 day ago

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.
Higher education
fromFuturism
1 day ago

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.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 hours ago

We haven't had this combo of slow hiring and low unemployment in 25 years of data

The job market for seekers resembles a recession despite low unemployment and layoffs, leading to prolonged job searches and financial strain.
Careers
fromFortune
4 days ago

The job market is so bad, workers now think they have worse odds of finding a role than during the pandemic | Fortune

Job seekers are more pessimistic about job prospects now than during the pandemic peak, despite recent job growth statistics.
Careers
fromForbes
5 days ago

1 In 7 Job Postings Are Ghost Jobs, New Study Reveals. Here Are 3 Steps To Avoid Fake Job Ads

Applying to jobs posted within 72 hours can help avoid ghost jobs that are not actively hiring.
Careers
fromFast Company
1 day ago

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.
Higher education
fromFuturism
1 day ago

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.
Careers
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 hours ago

We haven't had this combo of slow hiring and low unemployment in 25 years of data

The job market for seekers resembles a recession despite low unemployment and layoffs, leading to prolonged job searches and financial strain.
Careers
fromFortune
4 days ago

The job market is so bad, workers now think they have worse odds of finding a role than during the pandemic | Fortune

Job seekers are more pessimistic about job prospects now than during the pandemic peak, despite recent job growth statistics.
Careers
fromForbes
5 days ago

1 In 7 Job Postings Are Ghost Jobs, New Study Reveals. Here Are 3 Steps To Avoid Fake Job Ads

Applying to jobs posted within 72 hours can help avoid ghost jobs that are not actively hiring.
#ai
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
5 days ago

If you lose your job to AI, it's even harder to bounce back

AI-driven job displacement can lead to lasting economic setbacks for affected workers, including prolonged unemployment and reduced earnings potential.
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
5 days ago

If you lose your job to AI, it's even harder to bounce back

AI-driven job displacement can lead to lasting economic setbacks for affected workers, including prolonged unemployment and reduced earnings potential.
Silicon Valley
fromThe Nation
7 hours ago

How Silicon Valley Is Turning Scientists Into Exploited Gig Workers

Silicon Valley's success is deeply rooted in government-funded research, which has been crucial for foundational technologies.
Retirement
fromSubstack
6 hours ago

What To Do If You F*cked Up Your Taxes

Panicking about taxes worsens the situation; filing an extension and paying a portion owed is essential.
Washington DC
fromNextgov.com
1 hour ago

House Dems: OPM 'omitted' employee departures from retirement backlog investigation

House Democrats criticize OPM for incomplete responses regarding the federal retirement backlog, which has exceeded 50,000 pending cases.
#eu-directive
Social justice
fromTheregister
10 hours ago

IBM pays up under Trump administration's diversity blitz

IBM settled with the US government for $17 million over allegations of violating anti-discrimination requirements in its diversity programs.
Startup companies
fromFast Company
1 day ago

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.
UX design
fromFast Company
17 hours ago

5 signs your team isn't aligned even if they're all nodding

Illusion of alignment in teams leads to miscommunication and inefficiency, causing frustration and wasted energy.
DevOps
fromApp Developer Magazine
1 day ago

Tech hiring slumps as Software Developer job postings fall

The technology labor market is cooling, with employers focusing on critical roles and being more selective in hiring.
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Oracle job cuts and AI spending could impact support

Oracle is aggressively expanding AI datacenter capacity to serve demand tied to customers and partners including OpenAI, xAI, Meta, Nvidia, and AMD. The deal for OpenAI alone is set to be worth about $300 billion over five years.
Java
Productivity
fromFast Company
1 day ago

The productivity question AI forces us to ask

Productivity tools increase capabilities but also raise expectations, leading to a cycle of anxiety and an overwhelming pace of work.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

New rules just kicked in for delivery drivers in Boston. Here's what to know.

Boston requires delivery companies to obtain permits to enhance pedestrian safety and manage traffic congestion.
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Workplaces are pushing out working mothers-and paying the cost

Welsh and another pregnant colleague developed a plan. They would share a caseload, splitting responsibilities so they could continue working part-time while caring for their growing families.
Women
Bootstrapping
fromInc
2 days ago

4 Must-Have Skills Every Nomadic Founder Needs to Build a Successful Online Business

Skills development is crucial for nomadic founders to achieve independence and optimize business growth.
Media industry
fromDigital Trends
4 days ago

The influencer economy's invisible workers are first in line for the AI chop

The creator economy relies on a hidden labor force and AI tools to produce content efficiently, often at the expense of workers' roles.
#telework
California
fromCalifornia Post
5 days ago

Exclusive | Fight brewing as controversial bill to let California state workers stay remote advances

California may adopt permanent telework for state employees, pending legislative approval and potential gubernatorial veto.
SF politics
fromSacramento Bee
5 days ago

California Assembly committee gives initial OK to state employee telework bill

Assembly Bill 1729 aims to protect California state workers' telework options and suspend the governor's return-to-office order.
California
fromCalifornia Post
5 days ago

Exclusive | Fight brewing as controversial bill to let California state workers stay remote advances

California may adopt permanent telework for state employees, pending legislative approval and potential gubernatorial veto.
SF politics
fromSacramento Bee
5 days ago

California Assembly committee gives initial OK to state employee telework bill

Assembly Bill 1729 aims to protect California state workers' telework options and suspend the governor's return-to-office order.
#four-day-workweek
fromHarvard Business Review
5 days ago
Remote teams

What's Stopping the 4-Day Workweek?

The four-day workweek can enhance employee satisfaction and engagement without reducing productivity.
Real estate
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Will AI doom office space to history?

Artificial intelligence is significantly impacting the commercial real estate sector, raising concerns about the future of human roles in advisory services.
Careers
fromForbes
4 hours ago

Workers Want Opportunities For Growth, Control More Than Pay Raises

Many workers prioritize well-being, control, growth, and belonging over salary increases.
#artificial-intelligence
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
7 hours ago

'I don't need help': Meet some of the AI resisters who smell their own extinction | Fortune

More American workers are using AI in their jobs, but many remain skeptical about its impact on job security and ethics.
fromFortune
5 days ago
Artificial intelligence

You're looking at the AI revolution all wrong, top economist says: 40% unemployment and a 3-day work week are the same thing | Fortune

Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
7 hours ago

'I don't need help': Meet some of the AI resisters who smell their own extinction | Fortune

More American workers are using AI in their jobs, but many remain skeptical about its impact on job security and ethics.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
5 days ago

You're looking at the AI revolution all wrong, top economist says: 40% unemployment and a 3-day work week are the same thing | Fortune

AI could lead to shorter work weeks and more leisure time instead of just unemployment.
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
5 days ago

Why More UK Founders Are Turning to VA Agencies Instead of Hiring In-House

UK founders are increasingly opting for EU-based virtual assistants over in-house executive assistants due to cost and efficiency benefits.
Remote teams
fromCity AM
12 hours ago

Hybrid working overtakes pay in race for UK tech talent

Hybrid working is now the primary strategy for UK firms to attract tech talent, surpassing salary as a competitive factor.
Remote teams
fromTNW | Offers
1 day ago

Best HR management software in 2026: tools that scale with your business

Choosing the right HR management software is crucial for efficiency and effectiveness in growing companies.
#remote-work
Remote teams
fromForbes
2 days ago

How To Lead A Workforce That Doesn't Stay In One Place

Work has evolved beyond remote to a fluid, untethered model requiring organizations to support employee mobility effectively.
Remote teams
fromForbes
4 days ago

Remote Jobs Just Surged 20%, New Data Reveals. Is WFH Making A Comeback?

Remote job listings increased by 20% in Q4 2025, indicating a resilient trend in remote work despite RTO mandates.
Remote teams
fromCNET
4 days ago

I Used AI to Optimize My Work-From-Home Setup. It Had Some Interesting Ideas

Working from home allows for flexible workspace choices, enhancing productivity and comfort in various settings.
Careers
fromWorld Economic Forum
7 hours ago

Rethinking workplace energy: Why our assumptions can lead to burnout

Legacy imprints from traditional work environments shape current perceptions of motivation and exhaustion in modern work settings.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
1 day ago

These tech jobs aren't just remote. You can work from anywhere on Earth

Remote work is evolving into a model where employees can work from anywhere, not just their home offices.
Remote teams
fromForbes
2 days ago

How To Lead A Workforce That Doesn't Stay In One Place

Work has evolved beyond remote to a fluid, untethered model requiring organizations to support employee mobility effectively.
Remote teams
fromForbes
4 days ago

Remote Jobs Just Surged 20%, New Data Reveals. Is WFH Making A Comeback?

Remote job listings increased by 20% in Q4 2025, indicating a resilient trend in remote work despite RTO mandates.
Remote teams
fromCNET
4 days ago

I Used AI to Optimize My Work-From-Home Setup. It Had Some Interesting Ideas

Working from home allows for flexible workspace choices, enhancing productivity and comfort in various settings.
Higher education
fromTheregister
6 days ago

Minnesota payroll problems grew after Workday, say auditors

Minnesota State universities and colleges experienced payroll errors affecting over a thousand faculty and staff due to the Workday HR platform rollout.
Artificial intelligence
fromAxios
1 day ago

The work AI boom is outrunning oversight

Companies must prioritize AI governance and compliance as agentic AI adoption increases, with many unprepared for audits and risk management.
Careers
fromFast Company
1 day ago

4 myths about AI in hiring, debunked

AI in hiring can reduce bias compared to human recruiters, challenging common misconceptions about its fairness.
Careers
fromFast Company
1 day ago

The retention risk AI misses

Job-hopping is prevalent among younger workers, necessitating companies to continuously earn employee retention through purpose and growth.
#ai-impact
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
4 days ago

Economists Starting to Admit They May Have Been Wrong About AI Never Replacing Human Jobs

Economists are increasingly acknowledging the potential for significant AI disruption in the job market, though an AI jobs apocalypse remains uncertain.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
4 days ago

Economists Starting to Admit They May Have Been Wrong About AI Never Replacing Human Jobs

Economists are increasingly acknowledging the potential for significant AI disruption in the job market, though an AI jobs apocalypse remains uncertain.
Careers
fromFast Company
4 days ago

The future of work is here, but hiring hasn't caught up

Companies must adopt a skills-first approach to hiring to fill critical roles and access a broader talent pool.
Remote teams
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Dear Vicki: Why have 'staff' and 'employees' suddenly become 'colleagues', but without extra pay?

HR departments are enforcing a bland culture by replacing traditional terms like 'workers' and 'employees' with 'colleagues'.
Careers
fromFuturism
3 days ago

People Who Lose Their Job to AI Are in for a World of Pain, Goldman Sachs Report Finds

Job loss due to technology leads to long-term financial and personal hardships for displaced workers.
fromYahoo Finance
1 day ago

WFH tax loophole closed after ATO wins bombshell legal battle: 'Not over yet'

The ruling closes a tax 'loophole' that could have cost the government billions of dollars as more employers adopt hybrid work models, with employees working partly or fully from home.
Remote teams
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Research Finds That AI Has Already Replaced Work for 20 Percent of Jobs

One in five full-time American workers report AI has taken over parts of their job, indicating a shift in the labor market.
Careers
fromBusiness Insider
4 days ago

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.
Remote teams
fromMoneywise
3 days ago

One company pays workers up to $8,000 a year to come in instead of forcing RTO. Is this the future of work or a bandaid?

Return-to-office mandates have led to talent loss, prompting companies to adopt financial incentives to encourage in-office work.
Artificial intelligence
fromTNW | Anthropic
2 days ago

Anthropic brings Claude into Microsoft Word, and legal contract review leads its use cases

Anthropic's Claude add-in for Microsoft Word enhances document editing with AI-generated tracked changes, focusing on legal contract review and professional document management.
Remote teams
fromFuturism
2 days ago

A New Study Found Something Disturbing About the Way Delivery Workers Drive to Get You Your Burrito

Delivery drivers speed primarily due to pressure from on-time delivery rates and the risk of deactivation, rather than individual reckless habits.
Careers
fromRemotive Blog
6 days ago

How to Land a Remote Job in 2026

Remote hiring has shifted from a competition problem to a credibility problem, complicating the hiring process for candidates.
Remote teams
fromThe Conversation
5 days ago

The more commodified your job, the more likely AI can do it - lessons from online freelancing

Generative AI is transforming freelance work, impacting demand and wages while also creating new opportunities for skilled freelancers.
#ai-agents
Software development
fromFast Company
1 month ago

The agent boom is splitting the workforce in two

2026 is emerging as the year of AI agents, with tools like Claude Code and OpenClaw gaining momentum, though accessibility remains limited to those with technical knowledge despite no-code solutions.
Software development
fromFast Company
1 month ago

The agent boom is splitting the workforce in two

2026 is emerging as the year of AI agents, with tools like Claude Code and OpenClaw gaining momentum, though accessibility remains limited to those with technical knowledge despite no-code solutions.
Remote teams
fromFuturism
3 days ago

There's a Mass Rebellion Against AI in the Workplace

Generative AI tools are widely rejected by workers, revealing a significant disconnect between executives and employees regarding AI's effectiveness and trustworthiness.
#employee-engagement
Careers
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

Employee Engagement Is Declining in the Age of AI

Employee engagement is low overall, but significantly higher in best practice organizations with strong leadership and a focus on employee well-being.
Remote teams
fromHR Brew
4 days ago

World of HR: Employee engagement drops globally for the second year in a row

Global employee engagement has declined to 20%, while job optimism remains strong despite significant productivity losses.
Careers
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

Employee Engagement Is Declining in the Age of AI

Employee engagement is low overall, but significantly higher in best practice organizations with strong leadership and a focus on employee well-being.
Remote teams
fromHR Brew
4 days ago

World of HR: Employee engagement drops globally for the second year in a row

Global employee engagement has declined to 20%, while job optimism remains strong despite significant productivity losses.
#ai-adoption
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
5 days ago

White-collar workers are quietly rebelling against AI as 80% outright refuse adoption mandates | Fortune

Workers increasingly avoid AI tools due to trust issues, despite executives believing they have adequate resources.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 week ago

9 reasons AI isn't going to take your job (yet) | Fortune

Employers should approach AI adoption cautiously, as predictions about its impact on employment and capabilities have often been inaccurate.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
5 days ago

White-collar workers are quietly rebelling against AI as 80% outright refuse adoption mandates | Fortune

Workers increasingly avoid AI tools due to trust issues, despite executives believing they have adequate resources.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 week ago

9 reasons AI isn't going to take your job (yet) | Fortune

Employers should approach AI adoption cautiously, as predictions about its impact on employment and capabilities have often been inaccurate.
Careers
fromFast Company
6 days ago

Are you paying a 'ghost tax' when looking for a job? 37% of employment seekers fall into this common trap

The job market is plagued by ghost jobs, leading to wasted time and money for job seekers.
fromBlack Enterprise
4 days ago

Remote Work Wins! Office for National Statistics Won't Force Staff To Come To Office

"For the first time, a rigid office attendance mandate has been broken and replaced with a more sensible, flexible approach based on what actually works," General Secretary Fran Heathcote said. "This has been a long campaign and reaching a deal members could accept reflects the determination of PCS members at ONS, the hard work of their reps and the value of trade unionism."
Remote teams
Artificial intelligence
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Managing In The Age Of AI: Bring Back Walking Around - Above the Law

AI systems can make errors in decision-making that experienced humans would avoid, highlighting the need for better training and supervision in law.
Careers
fromFast Company
5 days ago

9 leaders on what they'd change about managing staff

Learning from management mistakes and evolving approaches can enhance leadership effectiveness and team culture.
Careers
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

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.
fromFast Company
6 days ago

Why human capital is the ultimate moat in AI-first finance

In the high-stakes world of regulated AI, your model is only as good as the person who built it. We are betting on a human-first approach to technology.
Careers
Remote teams
fromLADbible
4 days ago

300,000 Brits working from home issued warning after major benefit cut

Working from home offers financial benefits, but tax relief for WFH employees will be eliminated starting April 2026.
Remote teams
fromFortune
5 days ago

Gen Z doesn't want your full-time job. They want several part-time roles, and it's reshaping the entire workforce | Fortune

Gen Z is increasingly favoring poly-employment over traditional full-time jobs for flexibility and independence.
Privacy technologies
fromZacks
2 months ago

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Tech industry
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

Companies May Be Lying About Why They're Laying You Off

Employers claim over 50,000 jobs were lost to AI in 2025, but experts warn many layoffs are 'AI-washing' to mask other business problems.
Careers
fromBusiness Matters
2 weeks ago

How to Recruit UK Talent without a Local Entity

Hiring international employees in the UK is possible without a local entity through various strategies like independent contracting or using an Employer of Record.
Remote teams
fromAbc
2 weeks ago

How to approach your employer about working from home and flexible work

Improving access to flexible work arrangements, including working from home, is essential for employees facing rising living costs.
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Worried AI will take your remote job? You're safe for now, this study shows

AI models performed significantly worse than human remote freelancers on diverse, complex work tasks, though AI capabilities continue to improve.
Remote teams
fromForbes
1 month ago

What Makes A Liquid Workforce So Attractive Today

Organizations should assign work based on workers' skills and capabilities, adopting a liquid workforce that prioritizes fluid roles over fixed job titles.
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