The AI wave just claimed another round of corporate casualties. Amazon has announced 14,000 layoffs—its largest ever—all in the name of “accelerating AI.” Meta and Chegg followed suit, cutting hundreds more as automation reshapes the modern workforce. But behind the fear and headlines lies a critical truth: this isn’t just a purge—it’s a pivot. In this episode of AI and Your Next Job, Brian C. Newman breaks down what’s really happening, why it’s happening now, and how you can adapt before it ...
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The AI wave just claimed another round of corporate casualties. Amazon has announced 14,000 layoffs—its largest ever—all in the name of “accelerating AI.” Meta and Chegg followed suit, cutting hundreds more as automation reshapes the modern workforce. But behind the fear and headlines lies a critical truth: this isn’t just a purge—it’s a pivot. In this episode of AI and Your Next Job, Brian C. Newman breaks down what’s really happening, why it’s happening now, and how you can adapt before it ...
The Freelance AI Revolution: How to Thrive in the Gig Economy's Biggest Transformation
AI and Your Next Job
9 minutes
1 week ago
The Freelance AI Revolution: How to Thrive in the Gig Economy's Biggest Transformation
Is AI killing the freelance economy? The data says the exact opposite. In this eye-opening episode, host Brian C. Newman reveals why AI is creating unprecedented opportunities for freelancers—not destroying them. If you're a freelancer, contractor, or considering gig work, this episode will completely change how you think about AI. The numbers are stunning: AI-related job postings on freelance platforms are up 30% year-over-year. Prompt engineering demand has jumped 50%. And freelancers who i...
AI and Your Next Job
The AI wave just claimed another round of corporate casualties. Amazon has announced 14,000 layoffs—its largest ever—all in the name of “accelerating AI.” Meta and Chegg followed suit, cutting hundreds more as automation reshapes the modern workforce. But behind the fear and headlines lies a critical truth: this isn’t just a purge—it’s a pivot. In this episode of AI and Your Next Job, Brian C. Newman breaks down what’s really happening, why it’s happening now, and how you can adapt before it ...
