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Gen X stories

Gen X represents a generation navigating the complexities of today's evolving workplace and technology landscape. Stories tagged with Gen X explore how this group is influencing and adapting to significant shifts like the adoption of cloud technologies and the growing emphasis on values-based recruitment approaches.

The content also delves into broader workplace themes relevant to Gen X, such as cultivating people-first cultures amidst change, addressing financial stability in diverse work arrangements, and understanding intergenerational dynamics within organizations. Readers can gain insights into how Gen X balances technological advancements with human-centric work environments and the emerging trends shaping their career decisions and workplace optimism.

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Australians turn Boxing Day focus to essentials, safety

Fri, 26th Dec 2025
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Australians are reshaping Boxing Day, prioritising essentials, thrift and online safety over impulse spending amid cost-of-living strain.
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Australian workers lack AI support as job security fears grow

Fri, 28th Nov 2025
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Seven in ten Australian workers feel unprepared for AI at work, with most employers failing to offer training amid growing job security fears.
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Aussie tech workers demand pay rise for office return

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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A new survey reveals over half of Australian tech workers would only return to the office for a salary premium, highlighting remote work's critical value.
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Half of Aussie tech staff may work remotely from holidays

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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A survey reveals half of Australian tech workers may work remotely from holiday spots, with 17% already doing so without employer notification.
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64% of Australian tech workers mull career change in 2024

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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A study by Robert Half reveals 64% of Australian tech workers are contemplating a career change within the next year, driven by evolving aspirations.
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How AI portrays generations: beer is the common link

Mon, 30th Sep 2024
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New research by AIport and Turing Post reveals how AI models depict generational groups, uncovering stereotypes and surprising elements in over 1200 images.
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Financial stability grows for shift workers in 2024

Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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Deputy's latest survey shows financial stability is rising for shift workers, driven by poly-employment and predictable income.
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Australian hospitality sector embraces AI to enhance efficiency

Mon, 12th Aug 2024
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Australian hospitality businesses are turning to AI and automation, with 85% using these technologies to enhance efficiency and guest experiences, notes SevenRooms report.
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Workers & employers differ in 2024 business growth optimism

Fri, 9th Feb 2024
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UK workers' confidence in business growth dampened by cost of living pressures, with 72% optimistic for 2024, compared to 89% of employers.
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At the table: cultivating a people-first workplace culture in an era defined by change

Fri, 2nd Feb 2024
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Nurturing a 'people-first' workplace culture becomes increasingly imperative, balancing technology with human touch, adapting to generational shifts and ensuring professional and personal satisfaction amid change.
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Making a case for the cloud

Tue, 1st Mar 2011
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As Baby Boomers retire, the rise of Gen X and digital natives pressures businesses and governments to adopt advanced cloud solutions for future success.