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Future of Work

Every person has gifts and potential. Shifting how our country empowers people in the workplace is key to unlocking them to the benefit of individuals, employers, and society as a whole.

 A black and white photo of a guy using an old fashioned computer with a blue screen showing binary code as a stylistic element How to preserve the human in an increasingly machine-run world

Best practices for using AI for productivity and innovation.

 a tv showing a still from the TV show the bear in a blue room ‘The Bear’ isn’t just compelling TV: It also has lessons on hiring

The Hulu hit gives a human face to people hurt by restrictive hiring practices

 A person wearing a blue shirt holding a clipboard Your workplace can benefit from skills-based hiring. Here’s how.

What exactly is a microcredential — and how can it be used to improve businesses?

 A man standing in front of a house Why 53 million workers are stuck in low-wage jobs

Work matters, with or without a diploma.

 A photo collage featuring a woman smiling in color in front of bw photos Think Gen Z is a problem? Think again.

 The hidden strengths of today’s “me” generation.

 a collage showing someone measuring and someone typing on a laptop Why a college degree shouldn’t hold qualified people back

Hiring barriers stop qualified people from finding meaningful work. Here’s how we fix it.

 An illustration of a student wearing a graduation cap standing up in a small boat fishing for a dollar bill How shaking up student loans would benefit workers and business

More innovation and accountability would open students up to alternative models and meaningful work.

 A collage featuring a person standing on a mountain reaching up towards a laptop with cut out letters that spell "gen z" Why Gen Z and other generations share this belief about work

How to help Gen Z find their passion and purpose at work, beyond just a paycheck. 

 A skyline with a graph overlaid. The whole image is orange and black The Human Potential Summit: What it is and why it matters

Why the future of work has to look different than its present.

 A group of coworkers celebrating Want more motivated employees? Start here

Here are some research-backed tips to encourage workers.

 A crosswalk sign where the figure is holding a briefcase Businesses thrive when they listen to their talent.

Taking care of your team is good for people and business. 

 a graphic of a human head with a keyhole shape in the middle to represent the concept of unlocking human potential 4 ways to help your employees unlock a sense of purpose

A strong workplace culture creates mutual benefit and fulfillment for all.
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