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Entry-level workers are unprepared for their jobs amid AI blitz, survey says
Most leaders blame a lack of soft skills — and employees themselves — for that unpreparedness, General Assembly said. Kathryn Moody, Senior Editor The majority of leaders surveyed by General Assembly said entry-level employees remain unready for their jobs, despite perceiving them as more prepared than last year, according to a report the talent pipeline company…
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Top talent quitting due to stalled career growth, survey shows
As leaders focus on hiring challenges, they may miss the talent crisis inside their organizations, Workday said. By Carolyn Crist Top performers are leaving their roles amid stalled career mobility, with promotions down in 10 of 11 industries and internal hiring down by 8%, according to a Sept. 9 report from Workday. Experienced employees also reported anxiety and…
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The hidden workplace impact of hormonal changes: Its effect on confidence and careers
By Anthony Rossi, MD, FAAD, FACMS Pregnancy is a life-changing journey—and like fertility treatments and perimenopause/menopause, it often brings unexpected skin and hair challenges. Conditions like melasma, acne, sensitivity, and shedding aren’t “cosmetic.” They affect confidence, wellbeing, and how employees show up at work. As a board-certified dermatologist, I’ve seen how timely care eases the return…
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Is ‘career catfishing’ real? Workers say yes, according to Monster.
Even outside of “ghost jobs,” workers claim their positions aren’t what they signed up for. Caroline Colvin, Reporter A recruiter talks to job seekers at the Mega JobNewsUSA South Florida Job Fair on April 30, 2025. “Catfishing” typically describes when an individual lies about their identity to deceive someone into a friendship or romance. But…
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Layoffs lead to decline in Glassdoor ratings — and recovery is slow
Ratings drop immediately after a layoff announcement and remain lower for a year, only beginning to recover in the second year, according to Glassdoor’s analysis. By Carolyn Crist Demonstrators rally in protest of workforce cuts to the U.S. Department of Labor during a press conference outside the agency’s headquarters on April 14, 2025, in Washington, D.C.…
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1 in 2 graduates believe their college major didn’t prepare them for today’s market
Respondents said they felt unprepared in numerous ways, especially finding a job after graduation and navigating student debt and personal finances. By Carolyn Crist Graduates exit a the graduation ceremony on June 14, 2024, in Los Angeles, Calif. Only 5% of Americans surveyed reported feeling “adequately prepared” for life and the workplace after graduation. Eric Thayer /…
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With the hidden costs of sick days, workers say they lie about taking time off
A culture of secrecy around mental health at work can lead workers to exaggerate physical symptoms to justify taking time off, a recent report found. By Carolyn Crist A man holds a sign at a rally in front of City Hall to show support for a paid sick leave bill on March 29, 2013, in New…
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HR professionals are confident about managing change — but past efforts haunt them
“Intentional, inclusive strategies can dramatically improve the odds of successful change adoption — and the confidence that comes with it,” a researcher at The Conference Board said. By Carolyn Crist Most HR leaders (73%) and workers (60%) say they’re prepared for change and confident about their organizations’ ability to manage future change, according to a July 22…
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US wage growth outpaces inflation, especially in certain sectors, report finds
HR teams may need to consider this gap to remain competitive in talent acquisition and retention. By Carolyn Crist A cashier sorts money at a restaurant in Miami, Fla. on Jan. 12, 2022. Typically, wages should outgrow inflation to match the rising costs of living, an economist at the Indeed Hiring Lab said. Joe Raedle via Getty…
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