Young Workers Are Getting Priced Out of Big Cities With All the Jobs

Young Workers Are Getting Priced Out of Big Cities With All the Jobs

Hi there, and welcome back to b. Building from business.com . This is the highlight reel of the b. Newsletter — your digest of bite-sized news, thought and brand leadership, and entertainment. For the full-length version of the b., sign up here to get the full edition in your inbox two times a week.?

In this edition, we discuss the complex economic issues facing Gen Z, a bad company gone good, a company that's battling loneliness in a novel way, and an interview that will make you rethink your relationship with AI.

As always, our meme of the week offers a relatable knee-slapper to coax you back into flow state. Let's dive right in, shall we?




Young Workers Are Getting Priced Out of Big Cities With All the Jobs

(Shutterstock)

In a recent survey of 2,000 16-to-25-year-olds, about 1 in 10 unemployed Gen Z workers have turned down a job because they can’t afford to take it. That’s a real issue as Gen Z will comprise 30% of the U.S. workforce by 2030.

While you can’t lower their rent, lowering these other key barriers to employment will help open the doors to a budding new workforce. Learn what they are in the full newsletter.


Co-Intelligence: Wharton Professor Is Ready to Merge With the Machines

No. 1 Amazon charts bestselling author Ethan Mollick wants us to be realistic yet optimistic about AI. He spoke with b. about reasons for excitement and experimentation as the world transforms around us. Read the interview here.


Combating Loneliness Epidemic with… Intentionally Slow Checkout Lines?

(Shutterstock)

It flies in the face of efficiency, but for one Dutch supermarket chain, it’s progress. About 200 Jumbo locations now feature “Kletskassa,” which roughly translates to “chat checkout.” Learn about the program here (and… psst, what did we tell you about the importance of soft skills?) Read the story here.


How the Copyright-Breaking Pirates at Crunchyroll Went Legit

(Shutterstock)

In 2006, Crunchyroll CEO Kun Gao and his Berkeley-grad buddies created the site to share pirated anime within a niche fan community. But blink- and today they’re a respectable (and fully legal) company. Here’s how they did it.


We Meme Business

Written by Dan Ketchum and Aaron Goldfarb. Comic by John McNamee.


Coming Up: Projects Watches’ Creative Director Dials Into What Makes Gen Z Tick

(Projects Watches)

Talk about timing the trend. Analog watches have found an unlikely new fandom in digitally-savvy young adults; and Projects Watches has seized the day. Stay dialed on the b. newsletter for the full story next week.

Want to get the full article? Sign up here to receive this upcoming article in your inbox and more.


This is a condensed version of the b. newsletter. Sign up here to get the 5-minute business advice delivered to your inbox weekly.?

Asif Ali

SEO Content Marketing Agency Link, Marketing, Off-Page SEO, Link Selling Link Builder, Increase your sales with organic traffic rapidly.

6 个月

Hi, I stumbled upon your website and found you have written and published awesome content about health. I wonder if both of us can collaborate and publish content on your website. I do understand that there may be some editorial fee involved and I am ready to pay. Can you please let me know if you are interested and how to proceed? looking forward to hearing from you, [email protected]

回复
Mehdi Hasan Hamim

Empathetic Entrepreneurship Enthusiast | Win-Win Revolutionary Value Prospector | Igniting Entrepreneurial Brand's Potential, Witness Unparalleled Growth | Visionary SEO Expert | Scale the Sales and Marketing Endeavors??

6 个月

It looks like you have an exciting lineup for your newsletter this week! From exploring the challenges faced by young workers to uncovering the transformation of Crunchyroll, your content promises to be diverse and thought-provoking. Young Workers Priced Out of Work: Addressing the issue of affordability in employment is crucial, especially for the younger generation. By shedding light on this topic, you're contributing to a vital conversation about accessibility and opportunity in the workforce. Crunchyroll's Copyright Journey: The transition of Crunchyroll from piracy to legitimacy is a fascinating case study in copyright enforcement and business evolution. It's sure to offer valuable insights into the dynamics of digital content consumption and distribution. Combatting Loneliness Epidemic: Loneliness is a significant societal issue, and your exploration of intentionally slow checkout lines as a means to combat it is both innovative and intriguing. It demonstrates the potential for businesses to contribute positively to mental health and community well-being. hashtag#newsletter hashtag#SMB hashtag#businessadvice

回复

要查看或添加评论,请登录

社区洞察

其他会员也浏览了