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This New (and Very Annoying) Tactic Is Forcing RTO Companies to Let Workers Work From Home

Bruce Crumley | Inc.

As companies push workers back into the office, some employees aren’t fighting the policy directly. Instead, they’re turning office attendance into such an unpleasant experience that managers would rather let them work from home.

Canada says AI strategy will help create 250,000 jobs, boost GDP by 3%

Nivedita Balu | Reuters

While much of the AI conversation has focused on job losses, Canada is making a different wager: that widespread AI adoption will drive economic growth, boost productivity, and create 250,000 new jobs by the end of the decade.

Stop calling burnout ambition

Debora Deva | TOML Collective

Creative agencies have become better at talking about burnout. What many still haven’t done is address the systems that create it. As AI accelerates workloads and expectations continue to rise, the real challenge isn’t helping employees recover faster—it’s building workplaces that don’t exhaust them in the first place.

AI may be deciding whether you get a job interview. Here’s what to know.

Pattie Hunt Sinacole | Boston.com

Artificial intelligence is becoming a gatekeeper in the hiring process. From resume screening to chatbot interviews, employers are increasingly relying on AI to narrow candidate pools—raising concerns about bias, transparency, privacy, and whether qualified candidates are being filtered out before a recruiter ever gets involved.

The Controversial ‘Work Trial’ Trend Of Week-Long Job Interviews

Bryan Robinson, Ph.D. | Forbes

As employers seek stronger hiring signals in an AI-driven job market, week-long work trials are becoming more common. The practice promises a deeper look at candidate performance, but it also raises concerns about fairness, candidate experience, and unpaid work.

Arianna Huffington Thinks Work-Life Balance Is the Wrong Goal — Here’s What She Says Matters Instead

Sherin Shibu | Entrepreneur

Many workers strive for a clear separation between work and personal life. Arianna Huffington argues that the real objective should be integration, not balance. In her view, meaningful careers don’t fit neatly into a 9-to-5 schedule, but long-term success depends on combining ambitious work with sleep, health, recovery, and personal fulfillment.

Why are digital nomads flocking to Portugal?

Dr. Tim Sandle | Digital Journal

Portugal has emerged as one of the most popular destinations for digital nomads, combining dedicated remote-work visas, strong internet infrastructure, established coworking communities, and a high quality of life. As remote work becomes a long-term reality, the country is positioning itself as a hub for location-independent professionals.

How to answer this tricky interview question, says career expert: It shows you have skills that ‘cannot be replaced’ by AI

Sophie Caldwell | CNBC

When employers ask about a disagreement with a manager or coworker, they’re not looking for conflict—they’re looking for evidence of professionalism, communication, and problem-solving. Career experts say the answer can reveal skills that matter more than ever in an AI-driven workplace.

South Africa visa reforms reshape access for digital nomads and skilled professionals

Tatiana Rokou | TravelDailyNews

South Africa has introduced new visa reforms aimed at attracting remote workers, international talent, and foreign investment. The updated framework lowers barriers for digital nomads while introducing a points-based system designed to make the country more competitive in the global race for skilled professionals.

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