News Spotlight

Managers must prepare for pay discussions. When workplace conversations about compensation are postponed or unclear, it erodes trust and engagement—so organizations must equip managers with clear scripts, transparency on pay philosophy, and context for budgets and increases.
- Bloomberg​

Job hunting feels endless, dehumanizing, and automated. Many job seekers now face protracted searches filled with impersonal rejections, multi-stage assessments, and algorithm-driven screening—even while economic indicators suggest a robust labor market—leaving professionals feeling humiliated, exhausted, and disconnected.
- New York Magazine​

Gen Alpha faces a tougher job-market entry. Hiring managers warn that students from the oldest cohort of Generation Alpha are even less prepared for the workforce than many Generation Z candidates, citing gaps in readiness despite increasing competition and skills demands.
- INC Magazine​

Stat of the Week

A recent study found that over one in four professionals have entered sensitive workplace details into generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and Microsoft Copilot, to speed up daily tasks and clarify information they don't understand.

HR leaders should view this finding as both an opportunity and a warning. The fact that more than one in four professionals are entering sensitive information into generative AI tools highlights just how deeply these technologies have become embedded in daily workflows—but also how urgently organizations need clear AI governance. HR should collaborate with IT, legal, and compliance teams to establish transparent policies that define what information can and cannot be shared, while also providing training to help employees use AI responsibly and effectively. Rather than restricting use outright, HR should focus on building a culture of AI literacy and trust—empowering employees to innovate safely while protecting the organization’s data and reputation.

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Quote of the Week

“I’m not going to continue knocking that old door that doesn’t open for me. I’m going to create my own door and walk through that.”
​Ava DuVernay