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What the Hell is Going on with Work Right Now? w/ HR Brew's Adam DeRose and People Managing People's David Rice

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

Send us Fan MailWhat the hell is happening at work right now?After a spring packed with HR, AI, leadership, and future-of-work conferences, we sat down with Adam DeRose (HR Brew) and David Rice (People Managing People) for an honest conversation about what they’re actually seeing inside organizations right now.And honestly? The vibes are weird.In this episode, we dig into:why work feels increasingly unstable and disconnectedthe growing trust gap between leaders and employeesAI adoption vs. actual transformationlayoffs being made on “promises that haven’t reconciled”burnout, disengagement, and survival mode at workwhy organizations keep layering new strategies onto systems that can’t support themthe tension between speed, pressure, and thoughtful leadershipwhat gives them hope (yes, there’s some hope)This isn’t a polished “AI will save us” conversation.It’s four people who spend their lives studying work, reporting on work, and redesigning work trying to make sense of a moment that feels increasingly uncertain for a lot of people.Come for the state of work.Stay for the existential crisis, plumber bots, and surprisingly deep thoughts about human greatness.Featuring:Adam DeRose, Senior Reporter at HR BrewDavid Rice, Executive Editor at People Managing PeopleNew episodes every Tuesday (sometimes Wednesday - hey, we're indie) from Your Work Friends.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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