Modern Work: Monitored, Misled, and Laid Off

Send us Fan MailCalifornia's Warning Sign on AI Layoffs, Long-Term Unemployment & The Rise of Emotional SurveillanceThe headlines say the labor market is healthy.So why are so many people spending months—or even years—trying to find work?This week, we unpack the growing disconnect between what the numbers say and what people are actually experiencing.We start with the rise of long-term unemployment and why a low unemployment rate may be masking a much bigger problem beneath the surface. Then we look at California, where AI-related job disruption is becoming impossible to ignore, and ask whether it's a preview of what's coming for the rest of the country.Finally, we dive into one of the most unsettling workplace trends we've seen in a while: emotional surveillance. From sentiment analysis to facial scanning and AI-powered monitoring tools, employers now have more ways than ever to measure how workers think, feel, and behave. The question is: should they?In this episode:• Why long-term unemployment is rising• What California may be telling us about AI's impact on jobs• The growing skills mismatch in the labor market• The rise of emotional surveillance at work• Why the future of work may feel very different than the headlines suggestBecause sometimes the most important story isn't the one making the news—it's the one hiding underneath it.Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. We are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. The views expressed in this podcast may not be those of the host or the management.Thanks for listening!  Hey! We love new friends! Connect with us!On The Socials!  You Tube, TikTok, Instagram on LinkedIn - Mel + Francesca.The LinkedIn Group:  We'd love to have you join the Your Work Friends Group on LinkedInDrop Us a Line: Send us your ideas,  questions, comments, complements, whatnot, to [email protected]