The hottest Job Market Substack posts right now

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The Impact of AI on the Job Market

Rod’s Blog • 496 implied HN points • 08 Jan 24
🕹 Technology AI Job Market Ethics Innovation Inequality
  1. AI is a disruptive technology with potential benefits like efficiency and innovation, but it also comes with challenges such as job displacement and inequality.
  2. AI's impact on the job market will be significant in the coming years, leading to changes and challenges that need to be addressed.
  3. It is important to prepare for the changes that AI will bring to the job market by staying informed and proactive in adapting to new skills and technologies.

I Want Whatever the BLS is Smoking

startupdreams • 105 implied HN points • 08 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Economic Policy Government Agencies Statistics Job Market
  1. BLS job numbers are consistently revised downward after initial high estimates, indicating potential inaccuracies in reporting.
  2. Comparison between BLS and ADP job reports show contrasting trends in new job creation, causing skepticism in the accuracy of BLS data.
  3. Analysis of full-time and part-time job numbers over a year reveals concerning trends, like growth in part-time jobs rather than full-time jobs.

The AI research job market shit show (and my experience)

Democratizing Automation • 577 implied HN points • 11 Oct 23
🕹 Technology Artificial Intelligence Job Market Research Interview Academic
  1. Finding a fulfilling job in AI research is challenging despite numerous opportunities available.
  2. Investment in GenAI is causing significant upheaval in the job market, leading to scarcity of skilled individuals.
  3. Many AI companies prioritize hiring researchers to drive the transition from concept to product, resulting in high compensation and competition for talent.
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UX Roundup: AI Saves Fuel | Checkboxes Must be Square | Good Books | AI Jobs Grow | Perplexity Grows

Jakob Nielsen on UX • 21 implied HN points • 15 Mar 24
🕹 Technology UX Design AI Books Job Market Startups
  1. AI technology is being used to save fuel by optimizing airline routing, showcasing the practical applications of AI in various industries.
  2. Square checkboxes and round radio buttons have been a long-standing UI convention for user interfaces to help users differentiate between selecting multiple or single options.
  3. Reading good books, like those on storytelling and non-UX topics, can enhance communication skills for UX professionals and provide valuable insights.

Open Thread: The American Job Search

The Recovering Academic • 336 implied HN points • 11 Aug 23
💼 Business Job Market Networking Career development Employment Trends Workplace dynamics
  1. Networking is crucial in the job search process, building relationships can open doors that skill acquisition or a polished resume cannot.
  2. The American job market is tough, especially without relevant industry experience, it's essential to show yourself compassion during this challenging time.
  3. The idea of meritocracy in the workplace faces challenges, where personal connections sometimes matter more than hard work alone.

The New Geography of American Growth

Apricitas Economics • 66 implied HN points • 04 Jan 24
💰 Finance Economic Growth Remote work Urbanization Job Market
  1. Economic growth in the US post-pandemic has shifted towards states like Florida, Texas, and the American South and Mountain West.
  2. Remote work has driven population influxes to states like Idaho and Arizona, resulting in significant economic booms.
  3. Florida and Texas have seen impressive job growth and have become major contributors to overall US GDP and job gains.

Fastest Way to Learn Coding and Actually Get a Job

Brain Bytes • 59 implied HN points • 20 Dec 23
🚌 Education Coding Learning Job Market Skills Career Advice
  1. Choose a flexible programming language like Python or JavaScript to boost your chances of landing a beginner job.
  2. Take your time learning coding through books, tutorials, or courses - don't rush the process. Type along with tutorials and practice consistently.
  3. Build simple projects using frameworks, add them to your portfolio, and deploy them online to enhance your chances when applying for jobs. Showcase your projects and personality in your resume.

Grind less in roles that suit you more

The Recovering Academic • 79 implied HN points • 18 Jul 23
💼 Business Career development Job Market Work-life balance
  1. Consider pivoting to roles that align better with your strengths and preferences for a healthier work-life balance.
  2. Exploring different career paths before fully committing can help you make informed decisions about your professional journey.
  3. Job satisfaction and compensation are important factors to consider in choosing the right career path for yourself.

How to Earn Six Figures as a Software Engineer in the UK

The Fat Software Engineer • 72 implied HN points • 30 Mar 23
💼 Business Career development Startups Big Tech Job Market
  1. Earn six figures in the UK as a software engineer by working hard, smart, and grinding Leetcode.
  2. Consider going to university for benefits beyond education like adulting skills, lifelong friends, and networking.
  3. Transition from a first job at a bigger company to a startup after gaining experience, focusing on learning, negotiating salary, and preparing for big tech roles.

👩‍👩‍👧‍👧 The power of Community in Job Searching and Reskilling, 🧊 Hidden Job Market,🧞 Career pivots

Work3 - The Future of Work • 58 implied HN points • 16 Mar 23
💼 Business Job Market Community Startup Career development
  1. Developing a learning mindset, problem-solving, and determination are crucial competencies for working in the tech industry.
  2. Building a community in job searching and reskilling can provide valuable support, especially for early-stage careers.
  3. To access the hidden job market, focus on networking and building relationships rather than solely relying on job applications.

Beyond the Turing Test

Am I Stronger Yet? • 47 implied HN points • 30 Apr 23
🕹 Technology AI Job Market
  1. The key question about AI is transitioning from 'can it think' to 'can it hold down a job?'
  2. Human-level intelligence in AI is not a simple threshold but a mix of capabilities across different tasks.
  3. Comparing AI to humans in the job market can provide a practical measure of AI's impact on society.

Roast #20: The Barista Series, Part 1

thoughtfulcoffee • 19 implied HN points • 22 Mar 23
🍲 Food & Drink Coffee Career Training Job Market
  1. Getting a barista job can be challenging, especially if you want to be selective about where you work and focus on specialty coffee training.
  2. Seasonality can impact job availability, with some cafes needing less help during certain times of the year.
  3. Having no prior service experience can make the job search tougher, but persistence can lead to success in the end.

AI and the Displacement of Minority White-Collar Workers: Confronting the Challenges and Ensuring Equity

This Is Wilson Dávalos-Nieves • 0 implied HN points • 15 May 23
🕹 Technology AI Job Market Automation Equity
  1. Artificial intelligence (AI) can displace minority white-collar workers leading to job loss and exacerbating existing inequalities.
  2. It is crucial for policymakers, business leaders, and educators to work together to ensure that minority workers are not left behind in the AI revolution.
  3. Investing in education and training programs, inclusive hiring practices, and equitable workplace policies are essential to address the challenges posed by AI.

Rethinking Comp Levels in Tech

Pursuits • 0 implied HN points • 29 May 23
🕹 Technology Tech industry Job Market Innovation
  1. Compensation ranges in job postings can affect salary discussions and create market noise, potentially driving down wages.
  2. Expressing salaries in bits, rather than decimal numbers, can provide clearer, non-linear growth trajectories for roles and privacy for negotiations.
  3. Using a bitwise system for compensation negotiation may offer a new approach to address the complexities and challenges in determining fair wages.