The hottest Workforce Issues Substack posts right now

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The Weaponization of Trauma

Can We Still Govern? • 224 implied HN points • 21 Feb 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Public Policy Workforce Issues Social justice
  1. Public employees are facing serious emotional challenges due to job instability and harsh government changes. Many report feeling anxious, paranoid, and stressed.
  2. There is a sense of betrayal among workers who relied on their institutions. When their commitment was questioned, it deeply hurt their trust and identity.
  3. The actions of the administration are seen as intentionally creating trauma to control and diminish the morale of public workers, leading to fears about the future.

Will the federal government become a toxic employer?

Can We Still Govern? • 287 implied HN points • 02 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Federal Government Public Policy Workforce Issues Political Rhetoric Leadership
  1. Musk and Ramaswamy make big promises about changing government, but many claims are misleading or unrealistic. They seem more interested in getting attention than actually fixing issues.
  2. Their ideas about mass firings and relocations are not well thought out and could hurt the effectiveness of federal agencies. Making government a worse place to work might not lead to better performance.
  3. Federal employees are encouraged to stay in their positions despite tough conditions. Their presence is important for maintaining effective governance and democracy.

H-1B and Cheap Foreign Labor

The Reactionary • 126 implied HN points • 30 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Immigration Economic Justice Corporate ethics Workforce Issues
  1. H-1B visas are often used to hire foreign workers for cheaper labor, which can push American workers out of their jobs. This situation makes it hard for American employees to compete.
  2. Many people believe that the push for foreign labor means Americans aren't as skilled, but studies show that it's often not true. U.S. workers have proven their worth in many tech companies.
  3. To fix the situation, it's suggested that we end the H-1B program and focus on supporting American workers while still letting in truly exceptional talent through other visa types.

Corrected Headlines

Human Capitalist • 119 implied HN points • 26 Aug 24
💼 Business Workforce Issues Human Capital Layoffs Diversity
  1. Every news story has more depth than just the headline. It's important to dig deeper to grasp the full context of what is happening.
  2. Major corporate changes, like layoffs and new trends in industries, can greatly impact employees and jobs. These shifts affect people's lives beyond just business numbers.
  3. Engaging with the audience for story suggestions can create a better connection and encourage more interactive discussions about relevant topics.

Resilient Cyber Newsletter #6

Resilient Cyber • 79 implied HN points • 23 Jul 24
🕹 Technology Cybersecurity Software Development AI Security Market Trends Workforce Issues
  1. Crowdstrike faced a huge IT outage because of a faulty update, affecting many industries. This shows how important having strong disaster recovery processes is for businesses.
  2. There's a growing debate about who the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) should report to—whether the CEO or CIO. What really matters is how much influence and impact they have in their role.
  3. Wiz opted out of a big sale to Google and plans to pursue its IPO instead. Their focus on building a solid security platform may help them succeed despite the tough market.
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