You’ve seen the stories about all the ways AI is changing work, from taking people’s jobs to automating roles to impacting hiring and more. And while there is truth to some of this, the reality is, we just don’t know yet all the ways this […]
We know it can feel frustrating for job seekers to drop their resumes out into the black hole of applicants only to be scanned by an Automated Tracking System (ATS) using AI. Because of this, some applicants have turned to “prompt hacking or injecting” or […]
In this article from Fast Company, learn how Gen Z workers are proactively adjusting their career plans to avoid disruption from AI, favoring fields perceived as “AI-proof,” such as trades, construction, and people-centric professions like healthcare. With a high percentage of Gen Z questioning […]
This article from Creative Pool suggests that while AI is disrupting creative fields, it creates opportunities for seasoned professionals. For those making a late-career pivot, this means embracing continuous learning by actively experimenting with AI tools, recognizing that their unique value lies in distinctly […]
Artificial Intelligence is transforming the hiring process by implementing AI-powered resume screening, skills-based hiring, and using virtual recruiters. For people returning to the workforce, this shift is a double-edged sword: AI-driven hiring can reduce bias against career gaps by focusing on transferable skills and accomplishments, […]
As more companies embrace a “bossless” culture (i.e. eliminating middle management roles in pursuit of agility and efficiency) and turn to AI to fill the resulting gaps, it’s crucial not to overlook the enduring value of human leadership. Managers, though often stretched thin and under-recognized, […]
Here at the WFU Alumni Personal & Career Development Center, we’ve heard from our alumni that one of their top priorities is learning to keep up with the fast-paced world of artificial intelligence. It’s true that now more than ever, professionals need to stay ahead […]
Written by Lauren Beam (‘07), Director, Mentoring and Alumni Personal & Career Development at Wake Forest University In case you haven’t noticed, AI is everywhere. Just do a quick Google search and the first result to pop up is an “AI Overview” with high-level information […]
Due to the rise of AI and negative employer perceptions, new college graduates face challenges in the job market, often being seen as unprepared or lacking a strong work ethic. However, in her latest piece for Psychology Today, AVP Allison McWilliams (’95) suggests that […]
With the rise in new AI technologies, many professionals are trying to keep up with these changes and learn new skills. In fact, some employees are concerned that AI could eventually replace their job roles in the future. How do you become irreplaceable in the […]