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Differing Expectations on the Impact of AI on Human Jobs

With the explosion in generative AI (GenAI) technology in recent years, observers have repeatedly been awed by the capabilities of this new technology, which can seemingly do just about anything humans can do, only much faster. That necessarily raises interesting questions about the impact of AI on human employment. Interestingly, there can be a significant […]

Flaying Stranger Things at the Office

I’m happy to report that one of my favorite shows, Stranger Things, didn’t disappoint with Season 3. I’m even prouder to report that I now have both my sons absolutely hooked on the show. Spoiler alert: this article is loaded with spoilers!

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Employers Expected to Resume Diversity Training Plans as EO Fizzles

Employers are feeling free to resume their diversity training plans now that the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has reportedly suspended enforcement of President Donald Trump’s Executive Order (EO) restricting how certain employers can conduct training aimed at combating discrimination.

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Workplace Romances Can Be Tricky, Study Finds

Are office romances still a thing? Do people really sleep with their boss (or try) in order to advance their career? A study commissioned by Zety.com compiled the experiences of over 1,000 employees and found it does still happen—and with surprising frequency.

Latest Hiring Trends Show Experience Taking a Back Seat to Potential

For several years now, finding and hiring talent has been top of mind for employers. But the picture is changing. Often, there are still more open jobs than qualified employees to fill them, but at least some studies show a shift in employers’ priorities. With the pandemic largely in the rear view, employers are working […]

EPA Employees Don’t Take Their ‘Duty’ Seriously

So, the new trend in the workforce is hiring Millennials, but it appears that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) misunderstood the term and, instead, hired children. Even at a government level, employees can still act immature and inappropriate!