#poor-recruitment
#poor-recruitment

fromHarvard Business Review

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

fromHarvard Business Review

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

more#ai-in-hiring

fromApp Developer Magazine

Nearly a third of workers admit to sabotaging their company's AI strategy

Many employees resist AI in the workplace, with 29% admitting to sabotaging their company's AI strategy.

DevOps

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.

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.

Law

fromArs Technica

IBM folds to Trump anti-DEI push, admits no misconduct but pays $17M penalty

IBM settled for over $17 million while denying any wrongdoing related to its DEI programs.

Social justice

fromTheregister

6 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.

Law

fromArs Technica

IBM folds to Trump anti-DEI push, admits no misconduct but pays $17M penalty

IBM settled for over $17 million while denying any wrongdoing related to its DEI programs.

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.

#leadership

Productivity

fromMountaingoatsoftware

Why Smart Teams Overcommit And How Leaders Make It Worse

Leaders should avoid pressuring teams into overcommitting, as teams often do this themselves due to their inherent optimism.

Careers

9 leaders on what they'd change about managing staff

Productivity

fromMountaingoatsoftware

Why Smart Teams Overcommit And How Leaders Make It Worse

Leaders should avoid pressuring teams into overcommitting, as teams often do this themselves due to their inherent optimism.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

9 leaders on what they'd change about managing staff

Learning from management mistakes and evolving approaches can enhance leadership effectiveness and team culture.

more#leadership

#job-market

Higher education

When Employers Change Their Minds

fromwww.npr.org

US news

Women are getting most of the new jobs. What's going on with men?

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

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

Digital life

fromFinanceBuzz

9 Dying Industries That Aren't Worth Getting Jobs in at This Point

Many traditional careers are declining due to automation and technology, making them less viable for future job seekers.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

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.

Higher education

When Employers Change Their Minds

Job security in various fields, including computer science, has fluctuated significantly due to economic cycles and structural shifts.

fromwww.npr.org

US news

Women are getting most of the new jobs. What's going on with men?

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

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.

Digital life

fromFinanceBuzz

9 Dying Industries That Aren't Worth Getting Jobs in at This Point

Many traditional careers are declining due to automation and technology, making them less viable for future job seekers.

fromApp Developer Magazine

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.

more#job-market

Marketing

11 hours ago

Stop Using Business Jargon: 5 Ways Buzzwords Damage Job Performance

Fluent jargon and corporate speak correlate with weaker job performance and decision-making abilities.

UX design

13 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.

Television

Dirty Jobs host Mike Rowe is giving away $10 million to get Gen Z into trades-and says the skills gap has never been worse | Fortune

Mike Rowe emphasizes the importance of skilled trades and increases scholarship funding to address the growing labor shortage.

How the European job market will change with new pay transparency rules

The EU pay transparency directive aims to ensure equal pay for men and women, transforming workers' rights across Europe.

EU data protection

fromwww.thelocal.com

How the European job market will change with new pay transparency rules

The EU pay transparency directive aims to ensure equal pay for men and women, transforming workers' rights across Europe.

EU data protection

fromThe Local France

How the European job market will change with new pay transparency rules

The EU pay transparency directive aims to ensure equal pay for men and women, transforming workers' rights across Europe.

EU data protection

fromwww.thelocal.com

fromwww.independent.co.uk

How the European job market will change with new pay transparency rules

The EU pay transparency directive aims to ensure equal pay for men and women, transforming workers' rights across Europe.

more#eu-directive

UK politics

5 hours ago

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.

London startup

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

London jobs market shows first sign of recovery in a year as temp work weakens further - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

London's labour market shows first rise in permanent hiring in a year, but temporary jobs continue to decline sharply.

fromTheregister

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

Digital life

fromMarTech

AI search adoption splits along income lines | MarTech

AI search adoption varies significantly by household income, revealing a growing digital inequality in access to information and decision-making tools.

#ai

European startups

An ElevenLabs exec says he's planning to double his team size and he warns candidates about the 'huge amount of hours'

Candidates at ElevenLabs are warned about high expectations and hard work before joining, leading to lower turnover rates.

Marketing tech

fromHR Brew

AI is changing how people look for jobs, forcing recruiters to keep up

AI is transforming SEO and recruitment strategies, requiring adaptation to new search behaviors and tools.

fromwww.theguardian.com

4 hours ago

Bosses say AI boosts productivity workers say they're drowning in workslop'

AI usage in workplaces has led to increased workload and decreased quality, causing frustration among employees.

LinkedIn's Chief Economic Opportunity Officer on how to get ahead in the age of AI

Human ingenuity allows software engineers to focus on unique human skills rather than competing with AI.

Gen Z Sabotaging AI at Work So It Won't Take Their Job

A significant portion of workers are sabotaging AI initiatives due to concerns over automation, security, and increased workload.

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.

European startups

An ElevenLabs exec says he's planning to double his team size and he warns candidates about the 'huge amount of hours'

Candidates at ElevenLabs are warned about high expectations and hard work before joining, leading to lower turnover rates.

Marketing tech

fromHR Brew

AI is changing how people look for jobs, forcing recruiters to keep up

AI is transforming SEO and recruitment strategies, requiring adaptation to new search behaviors and tools.

fromwww.theguardian.com

4 hours ago

Bosses say AI boosts productivity workers say they're drowning in workslop'

AI usage in workplaces has led to increased workload and decreased quality, causing frustration among employees.

LinkedIn's Chief Economic Opportunity Officer on how to get ahead in the age of AI

Human ingenuity allows software engineers to focus on unique human skills rather than competing with AI.

Gen Z Sabotaging AI at Work So It Won't Take Their Job

A significant portion of workers are sabotaging AI initiatives due to concerns over automation, security, and increased workload.

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.

FAA seeking gamers to fill air traffic control ranks

The FAA is targeting video gamers to address the air traffic controller shortage.

Women

Why women still aren't reaching the top

Women lack equal opportunities for leadership despite having talent and ambition, with only 37% of leadership roles held by women.

Online learning

fromMedium

Designing adaptive teams

Organizations must cultivate a collective capacity to learn faster than competitors to achieve sustainable competitive advantage.

fromSilicon Canals

The rise of the generalist - Silicon Canals

39% of core skills will change by 2030, emphasizing the value of generalist skills over specialist credentials.

fromTNW | Offers

fromHarvard Business Review

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.

Startup companies

8 hours ago

The Challenges of Scaling a Technology for Social Good

Access to safe sanitation is critical for over three billion people, impacting public health, gender equity, and economic development.

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

Online learning

14 AI-Powered Employee Onboarding Strategies Agencies Are Using Now

Custom AI tools enhance employee onboarding by embedding institutional knowledge and streamlining training processes for new hires.

36 minutes 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

'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.

The latest Gallup poll reveals these 3 findings on AI in the American workplace

More American workers are using AI in their jobs, but many remain skeptical about its impact on job security.

'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.

more#artificial-intelligence

The latest Gallup poll reveals these 3 findings on AI in the American workplace

More American workers are using AI in their jobs, but many remain skeptical about its impact on job security.

fromIndependent

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

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'.

Higher education

When the Employer Is the Financial Aid Office (opinion)

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act significantly reformed federal student aid, emphasizing workforce alignment and imposing new loan limits for graduate students.

Psychology

2 weeks ago

Why Great Employees Still Fail Inside the Wrong Strategy

Culture drives behavior under pressure, influencing differentiation through shared conviction and adaptive thinking.

#remote-work

fromWorld Economic Forum

Careers

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.

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.

fromWorld Economic Forum

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.

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.

more#remote-work

Online learning

fromeLearning Industry

How Workflow Bottlenecks Impact Employee Learning And Productivity

Workflow bottlenecks significantly disrupt productivity and employee learning, impacting overall organizational performance.

5 hours ago

Does Working Less Bring Higher Productivity?

The four-day workweek challenges traditional work norms, potentially enhancing productivity and well-being.

The retention risk AI misses

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

22 hours ago

LinkedIn is quietly moving into the AI training business

LinkedIn is launching an AI labor marketplace for training chatbots, offering up to $150 an hour for various roles.

fromCity AM

8 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.

fromAxios

23 hours 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.

Exclusive poll reveals Americans worried about AI-fueled job loss

66% of the public expects AI to be a net positive for society in five years, contrasting with more optimistic corporate views.

fromMoneywise

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.

1 hour ago

This Is an Essential Part of Modern Work. Our CEO Refuses to Do It.

A CEO's lack of industry knowledge and poor communication skills create significant challenges for her organization.

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.

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.

fromHR Brew

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.

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.

more#employee-engagement

1 hour ago

Evidence of Me Hitting Rock Bottom Is Publicly Available. Now I Have to Talk About It in Job Interviews.

Addressing past mistakes in job interviews requires honesty and framing personal growth positively.

6 mistakes job seekers should avoid when using AI for resumes, cover letters, and networking

Job seekers should use AI as a tool for enhancement, not as a replacement for personal input in their applications.

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.

Business

The AI Adoption Mistake That Drives Top Talent Away

AI's value lies in enabling better work and strategic focus, not increasing task volume; using time savings to add more work causes burnout and destroys AI's intended advantage.

fromPhys

12 hours ago

When the boss burns out, the whole team loses energy, trust and performance

Supervisor well-being directly impacts employee motivation and performance, affecting overall company competitiveness.

This CEO Hires Just 4% of Applicants. Here's His Unique Hiring Test.

United Airlines prioritizes cultural fit in hiring, using pilots to assess candidates' likability and interpersonal skills alongside qualifications.

Meet 'trendslop,' the new, AI-fueled scourge of workplace consultants everywhere | Fortune

Consultants and AI provide dubious guidance, often creating an illusion of value while failing to address underlying issues in organizations.

The future may be 'frustrating' for engineers seeking a 'pure software development career,' AWS VP says

Junior software engineers may increasingly engage with customers rather than solely focusing on coding in isolation.

The middle manager cuts saving you millions today will cost you everything in 2028 | Fortune

Companies are eliminating middle managers for efficiency, but this disrupts leadership development and employee coaching, leading to long-term consequences.

fromAbove the Law

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.

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.

fromBusiness Insider

Careers

The latest casualty in the white-collar job apocalypse: Resumes

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.

fromBusiness Insider

Careers

The latest casualty in the white-collar job apocalypse: Resumes

more#hiring-practices

Bosses Are Becoming Worse at Their Jobs. The Reason Why Is Obvious.

A.I. use in workplaces is increasing, but many employees find it unhelpful and lacking strategic implementation.

This invisible career ceiling is holding women back

Chronic illness significantly impacts women's career potential, with many making difficult decisions to accommodate their autoimmune diseases.

#layoffs

I was laid off from Google last month. I still haven't told my parents and won't until I find a new job.

Layoffs can trigger practical concerns and emotional challenges, prompting individuals to focus on logistics and preparation for future job opportunities.

Getting laid off changes your perception of work forever. Here's how

Repeated layoffs can lead to trauma, identity loss, and a cynical view of work, making it essential to understand the reasons behind frequent layoffs.

I was laid off from Google last month. I still haven't told my parents and won't until I find a new job.

Layoffs can trigger practical concerns and emotional challenges, prompting individuals to focus on logistics and preparation for future job opportunities.

Getting laid off changes your perception of work forever. Here's how

Repeated layoffs can lead to trauma, identity loss, and a cynical view of work, making it essential to understand the reasons behind frequent layoffs.

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.

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.

Blue-Collar Careers Were Supposed to Be AI-Proof. So Why Is Hiring Down 40 Percent?

Job openings for blue-collar trades have decreased by 40% since 2022, reaching levels seen during the 2009 recession.

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.

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.

I was put on a PIP at Amazon and took an offer to leave. I thought finding a new job would be easy I was wrong.

Job security at Amazon diminished due to performance improvement plans and organizational changes, leading to stress and eventual departure.

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.

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

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.

I was laid off from Oracle after almost 10 years. It felt cold, but it taught me an important lesson about priorities.

Having a backup plan and a strong network is crucial during unexpected job loss.

4 weeks ago

75% of resumes never reach a human: the new rules of job searching in the AI era | Fortune

AI is fundamentally restructuring the labor market by replacing outdated employment models with new AI-powered frameworks following 1.17 million U.S. job cuts in 2025.

Why Your Next Career Move Might Be a Demotion

Career paths now require individuals to navigate their own responsibilities and choices, moving away from traditional upward trajectories.

No mediocre worker is safe the bar for keeping your job just went up

Companies are replacing underperforming employees with better talent due to constrained hiring budgets and a focus on maximizing performance.

fromMedium

Everyone wants to hire seniors. Nobody wants to make them.

AI adoption reduces junior positions while maintaining senior roles, creating a critical gap in how experienced professionals are developed and trained for advancement.

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.

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.

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.