The Fox News Rundown Business Rundown: Expert Tips for Thriving in Today's Competitive Job Market
Nov 17, 2025
Suzy Welch, Professor of Management Practice at NYU Stern and author of 'Becoming You', shares insights into today’s challenging job market. She discusses the 'jobless boom' driven by AI and productivity, explaining why entry-level roles are shrinking. Welch highlights a disconnect in values between Gen Z and employers, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness when job hunting. She offers practical tips on flexibility, tailored cover letters, and how to approach interviews, encouraging listeners to stay resilient and optimistic about their career paths.
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AI-Driven Growth Creates Job Market Uncertainty
- The job market is more competitive because growth comes from productivity and AI, not hiring.
- That shift makes entry-level roles unclear and increases uncertainty about what to study or train for.
Values Mismatch Between Gen Z And Managers
- There's a major values gap between Gen Z and hiring managers, with only about 2% aligning.
- That mismatch makes many candidates less attractive despite available talent pools.
Decide Whether To Adapt Or Accept Trade-Offs
- Choose whether to adapt your values to job norms or accept different trade-offs like less financial security.
- If you pivot values, present yourself as embracing elasticity and readiness to take on varied tasks.
