Phil Willburn

Phil Willburn, VP of People Analytics at Workday, shares valuable insights into the highly competitive job market for white-collar workers—where applications outpace openings four to one. He advises job seekers to 'crush their jobs' and build connections, emphasizing the significance of networking and referrals in landing opportunities. Willburn discusses the challenges of career stagnation and contrasts 'quiet quitting' with proactive engagement. He underscores the importance of both human and social capital to thrive in today's fast-evolving workplace.