This Was A Real Job

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...and things could change at any time.
In the modern workplace, it's best not to get too used to the way anything works.
...and sometimes one must stop to move forward.
Consistency is key, but purpose is the engine.
...so it's time to sharpen our skills.
The Age of AI is an outstanding time to diversify your core competencies.
...and these people have names.
Behind every good job, bad job, and job loss, there is a human being.
...but what was it really worth?
Value is an elusive prospect, and we won't nail it down this week.
...so what the hell are we even doing?
Every so often, it's good to take a step back and evaluate your actions (or lack thereof).
...and it's getting hot in here.
It's the hottest summer on record (so far), and everything's heating up!
...and I don't get paid enough for that.
How much is our time undervalued in today's world?
...and that's good enough, yeah?
Ambitions of adequacy in the age of AI.
...and I took that personally.
In a post-AI world, is creativity in the head or the hand?
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AJ Freeman
...so let's be professional about this.
Cutting through human bullshit for the AI-generated truth.
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...so we better get to work!
IBM officially hiring fewer humans, plus the future of your workplace...written in Hollywood?
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