The workplace is shifting fast—Deloitte is linking office attendance to performance reviews, Gen Z is scrolling their phones mid-interview, and AI is creeping further into HR. Meanwhile, Microsoft is retiring Skype, Walmart is hiring gig workers for deliveries, and the EEOC is tackling anti-Semitism in universities. From legal showdowns at Taco Bell to Sergey Brin’s hot take on productivity, this episode is packed with insights on how tech, culture, and policy are reshaping work.
In this episode, we look at HR, AI, workplace culture, Gen Z, productivity, acquisitions, funding, employee engagement, remote work, technology. With major shifts like AI-driven hiring tools, workplace legal battles, and evolving employee expectations, the future of work is anything but predictable. Tune in for the latest trends, controversies, and funding news shaping the HR and tech landscape.
➡️ Deloitte’s new policy ties office attendance to performance reviews.
➡️ Microsoft’s decision to retire Skype signals a major communication shift.
➡️ Gen Z candidates are using their phones mid-interview—what it means.
➡️ AI hiring tools like Harper are streamlining HR processes.
➡️ Walmart is turning to the gig economy for faster deliveries.
➡️ Taco Bell faces a workplace culture lawsuit over hostile environments.
➡️ Southwest Airlines is rethinking how it treats employees.
➡️ The EEOC is cracking down on anti-Semitism in universities.
➡️ Sergey Brin argues in-office work is key to productivity.
➡️ HR tech funding remains strong, signaling continued industry growth.
💬 Hot take or just hype? Are we headed toward a new normal, or is this just workplace chaos rebranded? Drop your thoughts in the comments!
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