The Future of Work: AI and Gen Z in HR

Hosted by

Nick Schlemmer

Podcast Host & senior in the Professional Golf Management (PGM) program at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln

Jack McFarlane

Podcast Host & senior Economics major at the University of Utah

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The Future of Work: AI and Gen Z in HR

Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer

 

Summary

In this episode of The Play By Play, hosts Jack McFarlane and Nick Schlemmer talk about the evolution of AI in HR. They explore how AI is transforming HR practices, from recruitment to employee development, and how Gen Z’s values are shaping the future workplace. Discover the latest trends, tools, and ethical considerations in HR tech. Listen in!

 

Chapters

00:00  Entering the Real World

02:15  The Impact of AI on HR

08:04  Predictive AI: Identifying Employee Flight Risks

11:02  Personalized Training and Employee Development

14:30  Internal Mobility and Career Advancement

16:38  Digital Twins and Ethical Dilemmas

18:29  The Impact of AI on Entry-Level Jobs

23:17  Gen Z’s Influence on HR Practices

 

 

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