Episodes tagged: Work

The Hidden Work Impact of Pet Caregiving

In this episode Steve discusses how pet caregiving is one of the most overlooked forces shaping employee experience today. With millions of workers balancing the financial and emotional realities of caring for pets, forward-thinking employers are starting to take notice. We break down the data, the workplace impact, and what HR leaders should be thinking about next.

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The End of the HR App as We Know It? (And What Comes Next)

In this episode, Steve explores how emerging concepts like MCP, along with recent moves from Oracle, Workday, Degreed, Paycom, Microsoft, and ServiceNow, are pointing toward a future where AI agents—not users—may become the primary operators of work.

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Gen Z, College Majors, and the Reality of Today’s Job Market

New data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York shows that while some majors lead to stronger employment and earnings outcomes, a growing number of college graduates are underemployed.

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Why Some Gen Z Candidates Are Bringing Their Parents to Job Interviews

Examining Gen Z in the job search process, including parental support and its implications for employers.

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How AI is Disrupting the Hiring Process – and Threatening Recruiters

In this episode Steve shares some observations from a recent tech event that put on full display how AI is transforming and disrupting recruiting and hiring – and what that suggests for the future of many professional jobs.

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Designing the Workplace for People in the Age of AI

We explore why workplace design may matter more in the AI era, the surprising behaviors of AI power users, and what HR and business leaders should do to ensure their workplaces support collaboration, creativity, and human connection.

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Building Resilient Workplaces in Politically Divisive Times

In this episode of the At Work In America show, Steve met with Kevin Rockmann to explore how workplaces can navigate political and social tensions.

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The Financial Crisis Facing American Workers

From retirement access and emergency savings programs to financial education and fair compensation practices -employers have a critical role in supporting employee financial wellbeing.

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H3 LIVE – March 5, 2026 – Talking Retirement Readiness and Time Off

It’s important to take time off and recharge – especially for small business owners who often never seem to take a break.

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AI Is Listening at Burger King and What That Says about Trust at Work

A new AI assistant being tested at Burger King can listen to employee conversations with customers, track friendliness, and analyze tone of voice. The tool, called “Patty,” is designed to give managers insight into how employees interact with customers.

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