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Tech faces a talent bottleneck: Here’s what to do about it
At first glance, the future of tech looks limitless: just think how fast artificial intelligence (AI), including generative and agentic AI, is advancing. Already, 80 percent of companies are using AI in at least one business function and more than 90 percent are planning to increase their AI investments. But as business leaders know, past performance does not guarantee future results, writes Kweilin Ellingrud in emForbes/em.
Most workers with bachelor’s degrees are underemployed
Most young people who enroll in college after high school graduation do so in the hope that it will help them secure a good job. Similarly, many employers look to colleges as sources of high-quality candidates to fill job openings. But a new report calls the economic opportunity promise of higher education into question.
Here’s how San Antonio area schools plan to implement the Texas cell phone ban
A new state law bans students from using cell phones, tablets, and smartwatches during school hours. Most San Antonio districts plan to allow phones on campus — if they’re out of sight.
Workers Are Less Productive Working Remotely (At Least That’s What Their Bosses Think)
Workers with full schedule flexibility report 29% higher productivity and 53% greater ability to focus than workers with no ability to shift their schedule, according to a just-announced report from Future Forum. So why do bosses not trust employees to be productive when working out of the office?
Employers are often reluctant to fire employees for myriad reasons. But quietly side-lining them in the hope that they’ll quit often leads to even greater harm.
How your boss can spy on you with Slack, Zoom, and Teams
Worried about your boss spying on you through remote work apps like Slack, Zoom, or Teams? Here's what your company can see through popular apps like these.
Horrible bosses cause 'race to the bottom,' study finds
A new study has found that hostile behaviors from "abusive" bosses can lead to co-workers adopting similar behavior, leading to a toxic atmosphere of insecurity and exhaustion in the workplace.
Oakland man faces racism during abroad program at Cambridge and responds with an incredible teaching moment
A 22-year-old Oakland tech prodigy and entrepreneur became a victim of a shocking and disturbing act of racism while taking part in a summer program at the University of Cambridge. He responded by using his tech skills to call out the perpetrator while also taking the opportunity to educate and inspire.
Introverts are 'routinely passed up' for promotions—but have 3 traits that can make great leaders, says best-selling author Susan Cain
Introverts are often stereotyped as shy, quiet and reserved — and overlooked for leadership roles as a result. Best-selling author Susan Cain says that's a mistake.