Robot Recruiters, Amazon’s Relocation Orders And The Forbes 50 Over 50

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Robots are taking over the world. Just kidding. But you may have been interviewed by one. Artificial intelligence chatbots are increasingly being used by companies to interview and screen job applicants. Though, many worry these tools could be biased.

Elsewhere, Amazon is asking some employees to return to the office, and Forbes contributors have advice on how to disagree with your boss productively. Plus, the Forbes 50 Over 50 list published today highlights 200 women doing their most innovative, impactful work at 50, 60, 70 and beyond. Read on for more career news and advice. Have a great week.

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FEATURED STORY

AI Chatbots Are The New Job Interviewers

Chatbots are increasingly being used by companies to interview and screen job applicants, often for blue collar jobs. But like other algorithmic hiring tools before them, experts and job applicants worry these tools could be biased, Forbes‘ Rashi Shrivastava reports.

TOUCH BASE

News from the world of work

Staying at the same company for years: Is it a sign of loyalty or laziness? Contributor Amy Shoenthal explores whether it’s better to jump around or settle in in today’s shifting labor and economic markets.

Black Women’s Equal Pay Day: Falling on July 27 this year, the day “serves as a bleak reminder that a Black woman must labor for nearly 20 months to achieve equivalent earnings to a white man in just 12 months,” writes contributor Aparna Rae. Contributor Kalina Bryant outlines seven ways to be an ally in the workplace.

Six out of eight Ivy League university presidents are now women: According to American Council on Education research, only about one-third of college presidents are women, a number that has been stagnant for years. However, women are breaking the glass ceiling at Ivy League universities.

Paid internships: Contributor Shawn VanDerziel looks at the benefits of paid internships for both students and employers.

Amazon calls for workers to relocate: In the latest return-to-office push, Amazon is asking some employees to relocate to its “main hub” offices. Contributor Gleb Tsipursky analyzes what this means for company culture.

CHECKLIST

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NUMBER TO NOTE

50

That’s the minimum age of women on Forbes’ annual 50 Over 50 list who are finding success.

The women on the third annual Forbes 50 Over 50 are founding brands used by millions, breaking world records and forging technological breakthroughs. They are proof positive that success and innovation can happen at any age. Take a look at who’s on the list here.