This story was originally published on Social Media Today. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily Social Media Today newsletter. LinkedIn has published a new report on the state of artificial intelligence adoption in business, according to Blake Lawit, the platform’s chief global affairs and legal officer. The report, titled “Skills and AI: The U.S. Workforce Imperative,” discusses the opportunities for U.S. organizations in taking up AI tools, in order to maximize efficiency. Lin ...

The world seems to be changing at a faster rate every single day, and employees taking the brunt of the change, and fearing for the future. Job loss is rampant, economic uncertainty looms around every corner, and no one truly knows if their same job will be around tomorrow. So, how do leaders guide their teams through such tumultuous times?According to Adam Hickman, Ph.D., VP of Org & Employee Dev, Partners; The Walt Disney Company, it’s a tale as old as time. That is to say, leaders looking to the past, an ...

硅谷创始人与公司之间的"生死同盟"正在瓦解 自2025年中期以来，Meta、谷歌、英伟达三大巨头已经在所谓"收购性招聘"的游戏中豪掷超过360亿美元，这不是传统收购，而是对顶尖人才的直接掠 夺。与此同时，OpenAI与Anthropic之间也上演着"你挖我墙角、我偷你核心"的滑稽循环，顶级研究员的年薪被推至千万乃至数亿美元，创始人不再相 信"使命"，员工也不再相信"股权"。 几个赤裸的现实，勾勒出这场战争的残酷轮廓。 硅谷，曾以"改变世界"为信仰的科技乌托邦，如今已沦为赤裸裸的人才角斗场。创始人与公司之间的"生死同盟"正在瓦解，取而代之的是一份份价值数亿 美元的报价单和永不停歇的"转会"闹剧。 薪酬已无天花板：Meta被曝向前苹果AI基础模型团队负责人庞若鸣开出超过2亿美元总包，九位数录用通知在顶级圈内已成常态。 "合法挖角"成主流：英伟达与Groq的200亿美元"技术许可"协议实为规避反垄断的"后门收购"，谷歌24亿美元"买走"Windsurf核心技术团队却抛弃公司，留 下满地狼藉。 忠诚彻底破产：创始人带头"跳船"，早期员工沦为交易筹码，"使命驱动"沦为笑谈，"自由球员"心态席卷硅谷。 资本紧急自救：风投 ...

Core Insights - The current work environment is characterized by rapid changes, job loss, and economic uncertainty, necessitating leaders to focus on human aspects of work to guide their teams effectively [1] Group 1: Leadership Approach - Leaders should adopt a servant leadership model, prioritizing employee needs over mere metrics, which can enhance retention and employee sentiment during times of distrust and anxiety [2][3] - Hickman's background in various airline sectors emphasizes the importance of understanding employee perspectives and needs [2] Group 2: AI Integration - While AI can improve efficiency, leaders must consider the potential loss of authenticity and consumer perception when using AI-generated content, as highlighted by the backlash against AI-generated Coca-Cola ads [4] - The balance between efficiency and authenticity is crucial for HR leaders when incorporating AI into their workflows [4] Group 3: Employee Needs - Addressing the needs of a multigenerational workforce requires direct communication with employees to understand their requirements for success, rather than relying on superficial changes [5] - Trust and stability are identified as fundamental needs that leaders must emphasize to support their teams effectively [6]

This story was originally published on CFO.com. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily CFO.com newsletter. Scott Bomar | Yeti Drinkware and cooler maker Yeti named Scott Bomar as chief financial officer, senior vice president and treasurer, effective Feb. 23. Bomar joins the company from home improvement retailer Home Depot, where he has been SVP of finance since rejoining the company in October 2022. He spent over 16 years at Home Depot in leadership roles — including running its ...

Sam Basu quit his job as a senior software engineer at Google in early 2023, not long after OpenAI released ChatGPT. He took a few stabs at starting new AI businesses, but nothing really stuck until he got a call from a friend who wanted help filling out customs paperwork. Basu got “very curious” and started cold-calling customs brokers in the Los Angeles area. He learned that many are mom-and-pop affairs still deeply reliant on fax machines and paper. When his first customer showed him stacks of manila ...

Group 1 - Atlassian has appointed James Chuong as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective March 30, succeeding Joe Binz [1] - James Chuong previously served as the finance chief at LinkedIn, a subsidiary of Microsoft [1] - Chuong has a background in investment banking, having worked at prominent firms such as J.P. Morgan, Citigroup, and Bank of America Securities [1] Group 2 - Joe Binz announced his retirement from the CFO role, effective June 30 [1]

Group 1 - Atlassian Corporation has appointed James Chuong as Chief Financial Officer, effective March 30, 2026, bringing over 20 years of finance leadership experience [1] - James Chuong previously served as CFO at LinkedIn, where he led financial operations and contributed to the company reaching over 1 billion members and $18 billion in revenue [1] - Atlassian's CEO, Mike Cannon-Brookes, emphasized that James is a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of the technology industry and is excited to help build the future of teamwork [1] Group 2 - Atlassian is recognized as a leader in software development, work management, and enterprise service management software, enabling enterprises to connect business and technology teams [1] - The company's collaboration software is utilized by over 80% of the Fortune 500 and more than 350,000 customers globally, including notable clients like NASA, Rivian, and Deutsche Bank [1]

那个NG . 用关注决定视界｜复杂世界的策展人 出品 | 虎嗅青年文化组 作者 | 阿珂可 编辑 | 渣渣郡 题图 | Jack Vettriano 以下文章来源于那个NG ，作者阿珂可 这几天，有一件事在外网吵得特别凶：用LinkedIn找约会对象。用网友们的话来讲，就是单身的人又饿疯了。 这并不是年轻人第一次的疯狂追爱。在之前，那个NG也介绍过一系列找对象的新法子，比如拼好抱、内推前 任、恋爱规则这类怪现象。 在最新版本中，LinkedIn正在成为年轻人眼中的正经版探探，职场版她说，国际版青藤之恋。要说之前的求偶 话题里有一部分人只是图乐子跟风，那么这次的游戏参与者都颇有诚意。毕竟在招聘软件上，真实姓名和公司 只是最初的门槛， 本文首发于虎嗅年轻内容公众号"那個NG"（ID：huxiu4youth）。在这里，我们呈现当下年轻人的面貌、故事 和态度。 当代全球年轻人同此凉热。 大家埋头吃的苦，逃不开二件事：一是找工作，二是找对象。 在这个岗位市场紧缩、婚恋市场拧巴的现在，一个颠倒世界的设定正在成为双赢小妙招。 那就是：在招聘软件上抛媚眼，在约会软件上穿西装。 别小看这个趋势，最新统计表明，美国单身成年人在L ...

Group 1: AI as a Content Producer - AIGC has transitioned from an efficiency tool to a primary production entity in the content industry, impacting animation, short videos, and educational publishing [2][3][6] - The animation and comic production system is experiencing significant transformation, with generative models streamlining processes that traditionally required extensive human labor [2][3] - The market for the comic industry is projected to exceed 20 billion yuan in 2025, with AI comic production showing a 900% increase in daily revenue compared to the previous year [3][5] - AI is also reshaping short video and knowledge content production, enabling mass generation of educational and promotional videos at a lower cost [6][7] Group 2: AI as a Learning Service Provider - AI is evolving from a single-point tool to a comprehensive service provider in the education sector, enhancing learning efficiency through personalized study paths and real-time feedback [11][15] - Language learning tools are being upgraded with AI capabilities, allowing for context-based learning and personalized review paths [12][14] - AI is also transforming homework assistance by providing detailed explanations and multiple solution methods, thus reducing the reliance on traditional tutoring [14][15] Group 3: AI as an Emotional Companion - The competition in the emotional companionship sector is intensifying, with AI toys and robots designed to provide emotional interaction and support becoming popular [16][19] - AI products are evolving to serve as long-term companions in households, moving beyond mere functionality to fulfill emotional needs [19][20] - Various AI devices are being developed to integrate emotional support with educational functions, targeting early childhood development [18][19] Group 4: AI as a Decision-Making Advisor - AI is transforming decision-making processes in areas like college admissions and career planning by automating the generation of recommendations based on user input [20][21] - Traditional consulting roles are being challenged as AI tools provide instant decision-making capabilities, reducing the need for human advisors [21][25] - The integration of AI in these sectors is leading to a shift from personalized consulting to automated, scalable solutions [26] Group 5: AI as an Execution Agent - The emergence of AI agents capable of completing tasks marks a significant shift in how industries operate, allowing for automated execution of user requests [27][29] - These agents can streamline processes in education, such as managing learning plans and application workflows, by automating previously manual tasks [29][30] - The potential risks associated with AI agents, including security and decision-making errors, highlight the need for careful implementation [30] Group 6: Overall Impact of AI on Industries - AI is fundamentally reshaping industries by creating new product forms while compressing traditional job roles, leading to a reallocation of value and responsibilities [31] - The focus is shifting from efficiency to the redefinition of roles, as AI takes over standardized tasks while complex human judgment remains essential [31]