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Remote work expansion blamed for surge in youth unemployment, NY Fed finds
economy2 days ago

Remote work expansion blamed for surge in youth unemployment, NY Fed finds

A New York Fed study links the growth of remote work to about 64% of the rise in youth unemployment since 2019, with the jobless rate for young college grads reaching 5.6% in March 2026. The researchers warn that hiring inexperienced workers into distributed teams hampers training and feedback, potentially causing lasting career effects, even as some studies note productivity gains from remote work. Gen Z generally prefers hybrid arrangements to full remote work.

The Costly Consequences of Flawed On-the-Job Training
business1 year ago

The Costly Consequences of Flawed On-the-Job Training

On-the-job training in corporate America is often inadequate, leaving employees feeling unprepared and companies suffering from lost productivity. Many workers, especially younger ones, lack proper guidance and mentorship, with technology-based solutions failing to fill the gap. The rise of remote work and cost-cutting measures have exacerbated the issue, as companies rely on apps and AI instead of investing in human-led training. This has led to disengagement and burnout among managers and employees, highlighting the need for a more structured and supportive training approach.