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Jul 23, 2026

 
AI impact on jobs

A Clutch report indicates that while 61% of job seekers find AI helpful in their search, a concerning 92% fear it will significantly reduce available job opportunities.

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Do you believe AI will shrink the job market more than it helps job seekers?

Hiring managers report that new graduates face competition from artificial intelligence for entry-level positions, with nearly half of organizations now assigning AI and senior staff to tasks previously handled by multiple recent graduates.

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Despite increased personal use of artificial intelligence, a significant skills gap persists in the workplace, leading companies to expect employees to possess AI capabilities they haven't acquired.

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Artificial intelligence is poised to disrupt established layoff safety nets, necessitating urgent coordination and political will to implement systemic improvements before widespread job losses occur.

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Will AI make current layoff safety nets obsolete within two years?

 

Efekta Education has appointed seasoned artificial intelligence executive Matt Fisher as its new Chief Technology Officer to guide its technological advancements.

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Phenom announced its Voice Screening Agent has won the 2026 CODiE Award for Best Productivity/Workflow Solution, recognizing its impact on HR technology.

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SHRM identifies that aligning learning and development with business priorities and creating accessible, relevant learning experiences are key characteristics of effective skills strategists.

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Payroll Influences is launching the 2026 Payroll Profession Confidence Index Survey to gauge the current sentiment and outlook within the payroll industry.

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A fintech company is adopting a more flexible approach to in-office attendance requirements during the summer months, adapting work policies to employee needs.

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Chatter
The view from Reddit
“I don’t understand”

A recent master's graduate expresses profound confusion and frustration after ten months of unemployment, facing rejections for being overqualified for entry-level roles and underqualified for full-time positions, despite a strong academic background, internships, certifications, and positive CV reviews.

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“Sobering Stats after Offer”

An HR professional shares detailed statistics from a nine-month job hunt, revealing a mere 0.1% chance of landing a role despite highly targeted applications, ultimately condemning the current job market.

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“Is this a normal workload for one HR Specialist? [WA]”

An HR specialist supporting a 500-employee company with a manual HRIS, high hiring volume, and international expansion is questioning if their extensive responsibilities, including HRIS administration, benefits, audits, compliance, and office/facilities management, are typical for a single role.

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