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Target CEO: AI to create jobs, not replace workers
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Target CEO Brian Cornell has emphasized that AI will create more jobs rather than replace them, urging retailers to embrace technological advancements. Cornell highlighted Target's expansion plans, including opening 300 stores in the next decade, and noted that 95% of Target's sales are fulfilled by stores, creating new opportunities for employees.
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"Revenge quitting" is growing, with 65% of employees feeling stuck in their roles, according to Glassdoor. This trend often involves "rage deletion," where employees intentionally destroy company data before leaving, with Gen Z workers more likely to engage in this behavior. HR leaders are focusing on building anti-burnout workplace cultures and improving employee recognition to mitigate these problems, executives say.
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The U.S. Department of Labor has introduced new regulations allowing employers to self-correct certain retirement plan contribution errors starting March 17. This change aims to streamline the process and help employers avoid civil enforcement actions, enhancing protection for workers' benefits, according to Assistant Secretary Lisa M. Gomez.
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An ADP Research report found only 24% of employees worldwide say they have enough skills to move up to the next job level, while only 17% say their company gives them the training they need for career growth. "Our research shows that a skilled workforce is more loyal to their employers. Yet only a small fraction of workers are upskilled within two years of being hired," says Nela Richardson, ADP chief economist.
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Organizational change often fails due to a lack of buy-in from people, despite having a solid strategy and processes in place, writes Lisa Collinson from Leading Results. Successful change requires aligning strategy, processes and people, with a focus on leadership engagement and clear communication.
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