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EPISODE · Oct 22, 2025 · 18 MIN

New Week, New Headlines: AI Joins Your Performance Review, and Sam Altman Says Your Job Wasn’t Real

from Your Work Friends | Fresh Insights on the Now and Next of Work · host Francesca Ranieri

Send us Fan MailFirst: AI is now sliding into your performance reviews.Forbes says it’s here to “remove bias” and “automate feedback.”We say… careful what you outsource. Because when algorithms start coaching humans, you risk losing the part that actually makes feedback work — connection, trust, and care.Then: OpenAI’s Sam Altman claimed that if AI wipes out your job, maybe it wasn’t real work to begin with.Uh, scuzi? We unpack the arrogance behind that take, the history of who decides what “real work” even means, and the danger of rewriting value just because it doesn’t fit into a founder’s business model.This episode hits the intersection of tech, humanity, and meaning — because it’s not just about AI.It’s about what makes work worth doing.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]

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Send us Fan Mail First: AI is now sliding into your performance reviews. Forbes says it’s here to “remove bias” and “automate feedback.” We say… careful what you outsource. Because when algorithms start coaching humans, you risk losing the part that actually makes feedback work — connection, trust, and care. Then: OpenAI’s Sam Altman claimed that if AI wipes out your job, maybe it wasn’t real work to begin with. Uh, scuzi? We unpack the arrogance behind that take, the history of who decides ...

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