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In defense of junior staff: Why replacing young people with AI could spark a ‘talent doom cycle’
In the U.S., postings for entry-level jobs have declined about 35% since January 2023, per data from labor research firm Revelio Labs. Cemile Bingol | Digitalvision Vectors | Getty Images As more companies brazenly declare AI-driven layoffs in 2025, the first jobs on the chopping block appear to be junior positions and entry-level jobs. Graduate […]
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People with ADHD, autism, dyslexia say AI agents are helping them succeed at work
Neurodiverse professionals may see unique benefits from artificial intelligence tools and agents, research suggests. With AI agent creation booming in 2025, people with conditions like ADHD, autism, dyslexia and more report a more level playing field in the workplace thanks to generative AI. A recent study from the UK’s Department for Business and Trade found […]
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Have tricky money talks with your partner, ‘Money Together’ authors say: ‘Your dreams need real roadmaps’
Douglas and Heather Boneparth Photo: Sylvie Rosokoff Love is complicated. Add in money and it gets even more so. But in their new book “Money Together,” Heather and Douglas Boneparth argue that having honest and proactive discussions about finances can make partners closer — and eventually, wealthier. They begin their book, published last month, with […]
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I joined a 24-hour ‘vibe coding’ hackathon and helped build an app – here are my biggest takeaways
CNBC correspondent Ernestine Siu attended an AI hackathon. Courtesy of Ernestine Siu I like to spend most of my weekends taking workout classes with friends, exploring new restaurants or vegging out on the couch with a movie on. The past weekend, however, was unique. Instead of the usual routine, I chose to immerse myself in […]
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For workers in young, hot world of AI careers, the dream payday is as often ending as layoff nightmare
Jose Luis Pelaez Inc | Digitalvision | Getty Images At around the same time Accenture announced its investment in data labeling startup Snorkel AI to power its financial services clients in August, the startup announced it was laying off about 13% of its staff. It wasn’t alone. When Meta took a massive stake in Scale […]
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AI headshots are changing the way job seekers are seen and get hired in tough labor market
AI headshots are becoming popular on LinkedIn and in professional portfolios as job seekers look for affordable profile pictures to give them an edge. Since first impressions happen almost entirely through a screen, a clean, appealing photo is as important as a strong resume. And in a competitive job market, a good headshot can make […]
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She tripled her income to $220,000 a year by leaving her 9 to 5 for fractional work: ‘I’m never going back to one boss’
Rachael De Foe, 31, works as a fractional head of communications. Courtesy of Rachael De Foe. In late 2019, Rachael De Foe was burnt out, so she took a leap of faith that many dream of but never do: she quit her nine-to-five job without anything lined up. The Singapore-native had spent the past few […]
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Workers are ‘hugging’ their jobs. There’s a right way and a wrong way to do it
Key Points “Job hugging” is the dynamic in which workers are clinging to their current roles. Hiring and job creation have slowed, meaning job seekers aren’t finding many new opportunities. Some are fearful about a change given labor market and economic uncertainty. Workers who “hug” their jobs should find ways to stand out, and should […]
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These are the 10 most and least affordable countries in the world in 2025, according to expats
As rising living costs and global economic uncertainty continue to strain many financially, some expats have found that moving overseas can be easier on their wallet. For the fifth consecutive year, Vietnam is the most affordable country in the world for expats, ranking first out of 46 destinations when it comes to personal finances, according to the 2025 […]
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Wage growth is doing something odd in 2025 — the last time it happened was around the Great Recession
Key Points Job “switchers” typically see their wages grow at a faster rate than workers who stay in their current roles. However, that trend has reversed for the past six months, since February, data shows. Such a reversal rarely occurs outside of periods of weakness in the labor market, economists said. Source
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