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#skill-gaps

9 Dying Industries That Aren't Worth Getting Jobs in at This Point

Many traditional careers are declining due to automation and technology, making them less viable for future job seekers.

fromwww.npr.org

US news

Women are getting most of the new jobs. What's going on with men?

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

When Employers Change Their Minds

Job security in various fields, including computer science, has fluctuated significantly due to economic cycles and structural shifts.

The quiet cruelty of 'ghost jobs' in today's hiring market

Job seekers face challenges from 'ghost jobs' that remain posted despite no actual hiring, wasting time and emotional energy.

fromThe Atlantic

Young People Are Falling Behind, but Not Because of AI

The rise in unemployment for recent graduates is not primarily due to AI, despite perceptions.

Recent Grads Say AI Is Making It Impossible to Find a Job

Recent college graduates face a challenging job market with high competition and low opportunities, exacerbated by the rise of AI automation.

Digital life

fromFinanceBuzz

9 Dying Industries That Aren't Worth Getting Jobs in at This Point

Many traditional careers are declining due to automation and technology, making them less viable for future job seekers.

fromwww.npr.org

US news

Women are getting most of the new jobs. What's going on with men?

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

When Employers Change Their Minds

Job security in various fields, including computer science, has fluctuated significantly due to economic cycles and structural shifts.

The quiet cruelty of 'ghost jobs' in today's hiring market

Job seekers face challenges from 'ghost jobs' that remain posted despite no actual hiring, wasting time and emotional energy.

fromThe Atlantic

Young People Are Falling Behind, but Not Because of AI

The rise in unemployment for recent graduates is not primarily due to AI, despite perceptions.

more#job-market

#future-of-work

fromSilicon Canals

The rise of the generalist - Silicon Canals

39% of core skills will change by 2030, emphasizing the value of generalist skills over specialist credentials.

fromScary Mommy

Artificial intelligence

What Careers Will Be The Most Lucrative For Future Generations?

fromSilicon Canals

The rise of the generalist - Silicon Canals

39% of core skills will change by 2030, emphasizing the value of generalist skills over specialist credentials.

fromScary Mommy

Artificial intelligence

What Careers Will Be The Most Lucrative For Future Generations?

more#future-of-work

fromApp Developer Magazine

11 hours ago

Why Training ROI Is Hard To Measure Without Skills Visibility

Most HR managers measure training success through completion rates and satisfaction scores, not actual business impact or skill development.

Marketing

21 hours ago

Stop Using Business Jargon: 5 Ways Buzzwords Damage Job Performance

Fluent jargon and corporate speak correlate with weaker job performance and decision-making abilities.

Startup companies

fromHarvard Business Review

18 hours ago

The Challenges of Scaling a Technology for Social Good

Access to safe sanitation is critical for over three billion people, impacting public health, gender equity, and economic development.

DevOps

fromInfoWorld

Are AI certifications worth the investment?

AI certifications are increasingly essential for IT professionals to translate AI tools into business results and enhance career opportunities.

Social media marketing

fromAbove the Law

7 hours ago

The Dark Side Of LinkedIn Networking: How To Recognize Harvesting And Protect Your Professional Network - Above the Law

Predatory networking practices on LinkedIn exploit engagement for personal gain rather than fostering genuine connections.

Television

12 hours ago

Dirty Jobs host Mike Rowe is giving away $10 million to get Gen Z into trades-and says the skills gap has never been worse | Fortune

Mike Rowe emphasizes the importance of skilled trades and increases scholarship funding to address the growing labor shortage.

fromThe Queen Zone

More U.S. workers are completely abandoning the traditional 9-to-5: Here are 12 reasons why

The traditional 9-to-5 work model is being replaced by flexible schedules that prioritize work-life balance and mental health.

#ai

19 hours ago

Silicon Valley

He was coding at 12 like Elon Musk and became one of Google's youngest ever CMOs-but now says Gen Z are better off ice skating than learning to code | Fortune

Careers

LinkedIn's Chief Economic Opportunity Officer on how to get ahead in the age of AI

10 hours ago

Artificial intelligence

LinkedIn CEO says AI is boosting the value of these 4 soft skills

Gen Z Sabotaging AI at Work So It Won't Take Their Job

A significant portion of workers are sabotaging AI initiatives due to concerns over automation, security, and increased workload.

10 College Degrees AI Is Making Redundant Right Now

AI is rapidly making certain college degrees redundant, particularly in business administration and generic fields, impacting job market opportunities for graduates.

If you lose your job to AI, it's even harder to bounce back

AI-driven job displacement can lead to lasting economic setbacks for affected workers, including prolonged unemployment and reduced earnings potential.

Silicon Valley

19 hours ago

He was coding at 12 like Elon Musk and became one of Google's youngest ever CMOs-but now says Gen Z are better off ice skating than learning to code | Fortune

AI has rendered coding obsolete, emphasizing the need for creativity, resourcefulness, and execution instead.

LinkedIn's Chief Economic Opportunity Officer on how to get ahead in the age of AI

Human ingenuity allows software engineers to focus on unique human skills rather than competing with AI.

10 hours ago

LinkedIn CEO says AI is boosting the value of these 4 soft skills

AI is elevating human-centered skills like curiosity, courage, communication, and compassion, reshaping job perceptions and roles.

Gen Z Sabotaging AI at Work So It Won't Take Their Job

A significant portion of workers are sabotaging AI initiatives due to concerns over automation, security, and increased workload.

10 College Degrees AI Is Making Redundant Right Now

AI is rapidly making certain college degrees redundant, particularly in business administration and generic fields, impacting job market opportunities for graduates.

If you lose your job to AI, it's even harder to bounce back

AI-driven job displacement can lead to lasting economic setbacks for affected workers, including prolonged unemployment and reduced earnings potential.

FAA seeking gamers to fill air traffic control ranks

The FAA is targeting video gamers to address the air traffic controller shortage.

fromThe Verge

Now the FAA says gamers are the answer to its air traffic controller shortage

The FAA is targeting gamers in a recruiting campaign to address air traffic controller shortages, despite ongoing training challenges.

Video games

fromTheregister

FAA seeking gamers to fill air traffic control ranks

The FAA is targeting video gamers to address the air traffic controller shortage.

fromThe Verge

Now the FAA says gamers are the answer to its air traffic controller shortage

The FAA is targeting gamers in a recruiting campaign to address air traffic controller shortages, despite ongoing training challenges.

Teaching inner city youth the craft of barbering

The Junior Barber Academy teaches youth barbering and business skills, aiming to empower them with meaningful skills for future opportunities.

London startup

fromComputerWeekly.com

Datacentre developers tout benefits to local communities, but do they deliver? | Computer Weekly

Datacentre developments are causing challenges for local businesses, raising concerns about energy consumption and community impact despite potential local benefits.

Bootstrapping

fromInc

fromwww.facilitiesdive.com

4 Must-Have Skills Every Nomadic Founder Needs to Build a Successful Online Business

Skills development is crucial for nomadic founders to achieve independence and optimize business growth.

Business intelligence

Workplace management tech is prevalent, but integration challenges limit use: surveys

Most commercial real estate professionals fail to utilize workplace management technology data for effective space planning.

Psychology

fromPsychology Today

Why Mentoring Matters

Mentorship is a vital relationship that benefits both mentors and mentees, enhancing personal and professional growth.

fromApp Developer Magazine

17 hours ago

Real-World Microlearning Examples Of Competency-Based Training For Associations

Competency-based training focuses on specific skills needed for career advancement rather than just course hours, enhancing member value in associations.

DevOps

Tech hiring slumps as Software Developer job postings fall

The technology labor market is cooling, with employers focusing on critical roles and being more selective in hiring.

Startup companies

Entry-level hiring is broken. These companies are completely reimagining it

Palantir launched a Meritocracy Fellowship to recruit young talent, emphasizing aptitude over experience and providing intensive training and mentorship.

#remote-work

Remote teams

These tech jobs aren't just remote. You can work from anywhere on Earth

Remote work is evolving into a model where employees can work from anywhere, not just their home offices.

How To Lead A Workforce That Doesn't Stay In One Place

Work has evolved beyond remote to a fluid, untethered model requiring organizations to support employee mobility effectively.

These tech jobs aren't just remote. You can work from anywhere on Earth

Remote work is evolving into a model where employees can work from anywhere, not just their home offices.

How To Lead A Workforce That Doesn't Stay In One Place

Work has evolved beyond remote to a fluid, untethered model requiring organizations to support employee mobility effectively.

In Memphis, Investors Benefit From AI Boom While the Public Bears Its Cos

Protests in Memphis highlight concerns over the economic impact and environmental risks of xAI's expansion amid rising federal law enforcement presence.

6 hours ago

The billionaire Anthropic cofounder who majored in literature and says knowing how to ask the right question beats knowing how to code | Fortune

AI is highlighting the value of liberal arts degrees, emphasizing the importance of storytelling and interdisciplinary thinking for future careers.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

What We Should Teach in a World With AI: Inflection Points

Teaching in the age of AI requires a focus on what students should know and be able to do.

Digital life

I quit my software engineering job to help seniors with tech. I assist them with things like recovering photos and bank accounts.

Adrian Amora transitioned from software engineering to a tech concierge role to enhance job satisfaction and help older adults with technology.

Rethinking Education With AI: Create More Engaging Learning Experiences With AI-Powered Learning Design

AI can enhance learning design by personalizing experiences and improving relevance, but risks of generic content and diminished critical thinking remain.

#artificial-intelligence

'I don't need help': Meet some of the AI resisters who smell their own extinction | Fortune

More American workers are using AI in their jobs, but many remain skeptical about its impact on job security and ethics.

AI In Higher Education: Transforming Operations

AI can significantly enhance administrative efficiency and student engagement in higher education.

Palantir CEO says AI 'will destroy' humanities jobs, but there will be 'more than enough jobs' for people with vocational training | Fortune

Critical thinking and creativity will be essential in the AI era, while liberal arts degrees may struggle in the job market.

fromBusiness Matters

The Modern World in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: How to Get Educated Without Missing Future Opportunities

Artificial Intelligence is transforming industries and creating new job opportunities, necessitating advanced technical skills for future relevance.

fromwww.housingwire.com

Human expertise in an AI world: Why partnership still wins

Organizations are successfully integrating human expertise with AI to create usable solutions faster than traditional development methods.

fromHarvard Business Review

Don't Let AI Destroy the Skills That Make Your Company Competitive

AI can enhance performance but risks undermining an organization's unique identity and adaptability.

'I don't need help': Meet some of the AI resisters who smell their own extinction | Fortune

More American workers are using AI in their jobs, but many remain skeptical about its impact on job security and ethics.

AI In Higher Education: Transforming Operations

AI can significantly enhance administrative efficiency and student engagement in higher education.

Palantir CEO says AI 'will destroy' humanities jobs, but there will be 'more than enough jobs' for people with vocational training | Fortune

Critical thinking and creativity will be essential in the AI era, while liberal arts degrees may struggle in the job market.

fromBusiness Matters

The Modern World in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: How to Get Educated Without Missing Future Opportunities

Artificial Intelligence is transforming industries and creating new job opportunities, necessitating advanced technical skills for future relevance.

fromwww.housingwire.com

Human expertise in an AI world: Why partnership still wins

Organizations are successfully integrating human expertise with AI to create usable solutions faster than traditional development methods.

fromHarvard Business Review

more#artificial-intelligence

Don't Let AI Destroy the Skills That Make Your Company Competitive

AI can enhance performance but risks undermining an organization's unique identity and adaptability.

The future may be 'frustrating' for engineers seeking a 'pure software development career,' AWS VP says

Junior software engineers may increasingly engage with customers rather than solely focusing on coding in isolation.

LinkedIn is quietly moving into the AI training business

LinkedIn is launching an AI labor marketplace for training chatbots, offering up to $150 an hour for various roles.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Higher Education's Huge Opportunity (column)

Focus on supporting the 43 million Americans who attended college but did not earn a degree, rather than solely on traditional high school graduates.

#leadership-development

Blended Learning For High-Impact Leadership Development In 2026

Blended learning, designed intentionally, creates high-impact leadership development that is scalable and effective in real-world applications.

fromInfoQ

Careers

Developing Your Leadership Skills toward Principal Engineering

Leadership skills can be developed outside of work through various life experiences, enhancing influence, communication, and strategy in professional settings.

Blended Learning For High-Impact Leadership Development In 2026

Blended learning, designed intentionally, creates high-impact leadership development that is scalable and effective in real-world applications.

fromInfoQ

more#leadership-development

Developing Your Leadership Skills toward Principal Engineering

Leadership skills can be developed outside of work through various life experiences, enhancing influence, communication, and strategy in professional settings.

fromNature

Huge analysis of 320,000 careers suggests that productive researchers stay that way

The study says that these researchers represent almost 80% of all 'late career' scientists - people who have at least 25 years of experience in publishing academic articles - in the world.

Careers

Psychology

fromPsychology Today

A Note to Generation Z as You Prepare to Graduate

Soft skills are learnable, and building on strengths accelerates growth.

fromThe Conversation

The more commodified your job, the more likely AI can do it - lessons from online freelancing

Generative AI is transforming freelance work, impacting demand and wages while also creating new opportunities for skilled freelancers.

fromAxios

The work AI boom is outrunning oversight

Companies must prioritize AI governance and compliance as agentic AI adoption increases, with many unprepared for audits and risk management.

fromArs Technica

To teach in the time of ChatGPT is to know pain

Generative AI has significantly complicated the role of college instructors, making teaching more challenging and demoralizing.

More parents are done pushing college. 1 in 3 are now betting on trade school instead | Fortune

A growing number of parents are considering trade schools for their children due to rising college costs and uncertain job outcomes.

Gen Z doesn't want your full-time job. They want several part-time roles, and it's reshaping the entire workforce | Fortune

Gen Z is increasingly favoring poly-employment over traditional full-time jobs for flexibility and independence.

75% of Gen Z equate desk jobs with burnout and instability-and 1 in 4 are picking up a toolbelt instead | Fortune

Gen Z is shifting from desk jobs to trades due to burnout, economic anxiety, and the influence of social media.

Gen Z doesn't want your full-time job. They want several part-time roles, and it's reshaping the entire workforce | Fortune

Gen Z is increasingly favoring poly-employment over traditional full-time jobs for flexibility and independence.

75% of Gen Z equate desk jobs with burnout and instability-and 1 in 4 are picking up a toolbelt instead | Fortune

Gen Z is shifting from desk jobs to trades due to burnout, economic anxiety, and the influence of social media.

more#gen-z

#ai-automation

Research Finds That AI Has Already Replaced Work for 20 Percent of Jobs

One in five full-time American workers report AI has taken over parts of their job, indicating a shift in the labor market.

fromSeangoedecke

Software development

I don't know if my job will still exist in ten years

Reskilling wont save us from AI. Here's what we need to do instead

AI-driven automation will eliminate lower-skilled jobs without creating equivalent replacements, creating a severe talent shortage for high-skill positions that cannot be solved through traditional reskilling or university education.

Research Finds That AI Has Already Replaced Work for 20 Percent of Jobs

One in five full-time American workers report AI has taken over parts of their job, indicating a shift in the labor market.

fromSeangoedecke

Software development

I don't know if my job will still exist in ten years

Reskilling wont save us from AI. Here's what we need to do instead

more#ai-automation

From Completion Rates To Behavioral Change: Rethinking What Learning Success Really Means

Learning programs should prioritize impact and behavioral change over traditional metrics like completion rates and quiz scores.

fromItsnicethat

in 3 weeks

"It seems to be something we can't avoid"

The creative industry faces challenges for juniors due to budget cuts and AI replacing entry-level roles, threatening the future talent pipeline.

#ai-impact

Exclusive poll reveals Americans worried about AI-fueled job loss

66% of the public expects AI to be a net positive for society in five years, contrasting with more optimistic corporate views.

Forget white-collar jobs. AI is also displacing workers without college degrees

AI adoption is reshaping the labor market, impacting both college-educated and non-college-educated workers, particularly through changes in career pathways.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Which Jobs Are Most at Risk in the Age of AI?

AI is projected to significantly impact job markets, with predictions of substantial job losses in various sectors within the next few years.

Exclusive poll reveals Americans worried about AI-fueled job loss

66% of the public expects AI to be a net positive for society in five years, contrasting with more optimistic corporate views.

Forget white-collar jobs. AI is also displacing workers without college degrees

AI adoption is reshaping the labor market, impacting both college-educated and non-college-educated workers, particularly through changes in career pathways.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Which Jobs Are Most at Risk in the Age of AI?

AI is projected to significantly impact job markets, with predictions of substantial job losses in various sectors within the next few years.

more#ai-impact

7 Challenges Of Distributed Learning (And How An LMS Solves Them)

LMS platforms are essential for managing and scaling learning across distributed teams effectively.

Why you're just one event away from quitting your job

Unexpected jolts can lead to impulsive job resignations, but deliberate responses can facilitate smarter career decisions.

fromInfoWorld

Cloud degrees are moving online

Accredited online cloud computing degrees are expanding, reducing costs and providing practical value for students and employers.

fromwww.theguardian.com

The jobs AI can't do and the young adults doing them

Cale Mouser, a 23-year-old diesel engine expert, earns over six figures and teaches others in a field once seen as a fallback.

fromEntrepreneur

Blue-Collar Careers Were Supposed to Be AI-Proof. So Why Is Hiring Down 40 Percent?

Job openings for blue-collar trades have decreased by 40% since 2022, reaching levels seen during the 2009 recession.

#digital-learning

eBook Launch: State Of Digital Learning Report 2026

Digital learning is evolving, focusing on performance-centered experiences and addressing modern L&D challenges to meet learner expectations.

The Growing Impact Of eLearning On Workforce Skill Development

Digital learning solutions are essential for modern workforce skill development, offering flexibility and continuous access to training materials.

eBook Launch: State Of Digital Learning Report 2026

Digital learning is evolving, focusing on performance-centered experiences and addressing modern L&D challenges to meet learner expectations.

The Growing Impact Of eLearning On Workforce Skill Development

Digital learning solutions are essential for modern workforce skill development, offering flexibility and continuous access to training materials.

more#digital-learning

6 mistakes job seekers should avoid when using AI for resumes, cover letters, and networking

Job seekers should use AI as a tool for enhancement, not as a replacement for personal input in their applications.

People Who Lose Their Job to AI Are in for a World of Pain, Goldman Sachs Report Finds

Job loss due to technology leads to long-term financial and personal hardships for displaced workers.

AI In Workplace Learning: Are We Truly Improving Learning With AI, Or Simply Producing More Of It?

AI is accelerating content production in workplace learning, but it risks compromising learning quality and critical thinking.

This invisible career ceiling is holding women back

Chronic illness significantly impacts women's career potential, with many making difficult decisions to accommodate their autoimmune diseases.

From Passive To Purposeful: How AI Is Reshaping Corporate Learning Strategies In 2026

AI is transforming corporate learning from passive models to personalized, contextual training that enhances retention and performance.

13 AI Skills To Equip Your Workforce For An AI-Driven Future

AI is rapidly changing the skills landscape, making traditional competencies obsolete and creating a demand for new skills in the workforce.

fromeLearning

Online learning

Why Corporate Training Programs Are Essential for Future-Ready Organizations - eLearning

Corporate training programs are essential for organizations to remain competitive, agile, and future-ready in a rapidly changing environment.

The future of work is here, but hiring hasn't caught up

Companies must adopt a skills-first approach to hiring to fill critical roles and access a broader talent pool.

fromBusiness Insider

EY's talent chief says AI is changing the entire employee lifecycle, from talent development to promotions

EY is implementing individualized career paths with agile promotions and assessments to align roles with employee readiness and impact.

fromTalentLMS Blog

Learning Paths: What They Are & How They Build Skills

Skills clarity is essential for effective training; learning paths bridge the gap between training and measurable capabilities.

fromwww.theguardian.com

There's a lot of desperation': skilled older workers turn to AI training to stay afloat

Ciriello lost his job and couldn't find work for nearly a year, leading to significant financial hardship for his family, who lived in motels and later in a car.

Careers

#ai-skills-gap

The AI skills gap is already widening, report suggests

A widening AI skills gap is emerging between frequent and infrequent AI users in the workforce.

AI Skills Gap Trends Every Learning Tech CEO Should Watch In 2026

The AI skills gap is an immediate business constraint that CEOs must address to ensure workforce readiness and organizational growth.

The AI skills gap is already widening, report suggests

A widening AI skills gap is emerging between frequent and infrequent AI users in the workforce.

AI Skills Gap Trends Every Learning Tech CEO Should Watch In 2026

The AI skills gap is an immediate business constraint that CEOs must address to ensure workforce readiness and organizational growth.

Are you paying a 'ghost tax' when looking for a job? 37% of employment seekers fall into this common trap

The job market is plagued by ghost jobs, leading to wasted time and money for job seekers.

Business

Understanding The Skills Gap And What Employers Can Do About It

A skills gap is the difference between employees' current abilities and the skills required by an organization, harming performance unless identified and addressed.

Social justice

fromComputerWeekly.com

Removing barriers to tech careers

Achieving tech-sector diversity requires active participation, education reform, clear career pathways, mentorship, allyship and inclusive leadership to remove systemic barriers for underrepresented groups.

Welcome to the Gen Z career squeeze

Managers are overwhelmed with responsibilities, leading to burnout and less time for training junior employees.

The Education Industry: Shaping Economies, Skills, And The Future Of Learning

Modern education has evolved into a technology-enabled, flexible, and resilient ecosystem that expands access, aligns learning with workforce needs, and drives societal and economic development.

fromBusiness Insider

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Entry-level engineering jobs are already changing. Here's how they can get ahead.

AI is transforming junior engineer roles by automating routine tasks, forcing early-career professionals to focus on higher-level skills like system architecture and business understanding while risking gaps in foundational learning.

Parents Embrace Career and Technical Education for Their Kids

Young people are "experiencing higher education differently, and that is shaping much of what parents are saying," said Lammers. "[Parents] are reacting to the questions their children are asking and trying to find the best way to help them navigate the next steps."

Higher education

Bridging The Gap: How To Prepare College Graduates For The Workforce

First-generation and other marginalized college graduates face widening workforce preparedness gaps and benefit from industry partnerships offering training, networks, and hands-on career experiences.

How AI Is Transforming Technical Training Programs Across Industries

AI accelerates technical training course creation for enterprises by generating first-draft content while instructional designers and subject matter experts validate and refine materials for safety-critical decision-making.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs