[22 JUN] PAPER CUT
Return-to-office ultimatums, AI-powered “corporate Ozempic,” and a broken career ladder define this week’s talent tension.
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The DEI Debate Is Getting Louder. Employer Brands Can’t Afford to Stay Quiet
With DEI programs under political and public scrutiny, employer brands are navigating uncertain territory. We explore the implications, the risks, and the long-term opportunity to lead with clarity and credibility.
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The Vanishing First Rung: How AI Is Dismantling the Graduate Job Market
AI is swallowing entry-level work, erasing internships and graduate roles while employers cheer on the tech revolution. But with no first rung on the career ladder, how exactly are we expecting future talent to climb?
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[08 JUN] PAPER CUT
AI is being called “intern-level.” Entry-level jobs are evaporating. McKinsey’s bots make decks faster than your grads. And Gen Z? They’re networking like it’s a survival sport. Welcome to the economy where “future-proof” just means “not fired yet.”
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When the Algorithm Declares You “Too Old” And Gets Sued for It
A class-action lawsuit claims Workday’s hiring software filtered out older applicants before a human ever looked. Millions may be affected, and employers using AI blindly could face legal and reputational fallout. This one could hurt.
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[29 JUN] PAPER CUT
Consultancies are shedding humans. Résumés are choking on AI sludge. Culture is fraying in the open‑plan circus. Skills, not CVs, decide who stays employed. This week we slice through the noise so your talent strategy does not bleed later.
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