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The Future of Work

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Even before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the way we worked and the skills we needed to succeed in our respective fields was shifting. Increased reliance on data to inform business decisions. The automation of job duties that made some workers redundant. The value of incorporating sustainability into everyday processes on the bottom line. And then COVID-19 shut down the world. Racism and inequalities came to dominate every conversation. And as companies grapple with DE&I initiates and engage with a remote workforce, the way we work today looks drastically different than from just a few years ago. What trends, skills, initiatives and equity will we face in the years to come? Each month, we talk with industry leaders in their fields to discuss the changing evolution of the workforce and the skills needed to stay competitive.

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Disrupted, Not Derailed

Every generation of workers has faced change. But today's professionals are navigating a lot of change, all at once: Near constant disruption, massively shifting prioriti

Aug 28
41 min

Working With Intent Across Generations

Gen Z enters the workforce with adaptability, creativity, and native digital fluency, shaped by a lifetime of always-on social media and instant AI access. But as AI hand

Jul 10
39 min

Purpose-Driven Careers in the Age of AI

As AI and automation rewrite the rules of work, many professionals are waking up to a sharp disconnect: They are working harder than ever, but for companies whose mission

Jun 25
44 min

AI As Your Writing Partner

AI can brainstorm at lightning speed, clean up clunky sentences and help you get unstuck when the blank page stares back. But are you losing your own brand voice and your

May 21
52 min

Creating Your Agile Mindset

In this episode, we're exploring how to approach your career and job search with an Agile mindset, borrowing from both modern product development thinking and from an une

Apr 22
43 min

The Power of Stop

We live in a moment where speed is celebrated, productivity is prized and new tools—especially AI—promise to help us do more, faster, with less friction. But somewhere al

Mar 23
39 min

AI and Personal Financial Planning

AI is changing how we think about money—from budgeting apps and digital investment assistants to tools that promise personalized financial guidance in seconds. But knowin

Feb 25
36 min

2026 Workforce Signals to Keep an Eye On

It's a new year, and if you're like us you're probably wondering what 2026 has in store for workers, job seekers and leaders. Glassdoor's latest trends show some big si

Jan 16
49 min

Super-Shifts—Designing Your Role in an AI-Driven Future

As we wrap up 2025 and look ahead to 2026, one thing is clear: Artificial Intelligence isn't slowing down—it's reshaping jobs, expectations, productivity and even how we

Dec 23 2025
39 min

AI and the Hiring Game, Part 2

This month, we continue our conversation about AI's impact on recruitment and rewriting the rules of hiring. With hundreds of resumes for every role and too few recruiter

Nov 14 2025
32 min

AI and the Hiring Game, Part 1

This month, we're looking through the eyes of recruiters to see how AI is rewriting the rules of hiring. With hundreds of resumes for every role and too few recruiters to

Oct 25 2025
30 min

Skills Shift—Thriving With AI, Part 2

We're continuing our conversation about AI and skills and what organizations are looking for as they develop their workforce. What skills do you need to fortify your care

Sep 29 2025
31 min

Skills Shift—Thriving With AI

In today's fast shifting workplace, the rules of success are being rewritten. HR leaders and executives are looking for skill sets that blend adaptability, agility,and th

Aug 29 2025
37 min

Please Meet "Future You"

If you're looking to reinvent your career, reboot your confidence or rethink what's possible, we're going to give you some time, space and strategies to imagine your next

Jul 28 2025
53 min

Innovating in an AI World

As AI continues to transform our workplace, it's not just about keeping up with the tech. It's about staying grounded, sharp and curious. We need to cultivate skills that

Jun 25 2025
33 min

Adapting Skills to Project-Based Work

This month, we're exploring one of the biggest shifts in the modern workplace: the move toward project-based work. Companies are organizing their efforts around short-t

May 27 2025
43 min

AI's Impact on Equity

We continue our conversation about the state of DEI and the heavy influence that AI will have on this important directive. This month, we explore the impact of AI on DEI

Apr 24 2025
53 min

DEI Is Not DOA, Part 1

We're diving into a topic that's more urgent than ever: the current state of diversity, equity and inclusion in organizations, and the profound impact artificial intellig

Mar 26 2025
54 min

The Great Flattening

In this episode, we're diving into a critical transformation happening across industries—the decline of middle management. As companies flatten their structures in pursui

Feb 28 2025
46 min

Embracing Neurodiversity

In this episode, we're diving into a topic that's reshaping modern workplaces and unlocking incredible potential—neurodiversity. From creating inclusive environments to t

Jan 27 2025
58 min

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