Have you ever wondered how a seemingly thriving workplace could conceal a tragedy, or if your job security is at risk due to layoffs and deceptive scams? What if a radical shift like a four-day workweek could transform our work lives, or if massive strikes signal a desperate need for change in how we treat our workforce? In this episode of Recruiting is No Joke, Joel Lalgee explores pivotal stories and trends affecting the recruitment industry. He begins with a tragic case where a Wells Fargo employee was found dead at her desk after four days, sparking a critical discussion about corporate culture and employee well-being. Joel then introduces "career cushioning," a proactive strategy for preparing for potential layoffs, and offers practical advice on effective networking. He also touches on the recent Labor Day strikes in U.S. hotels, highlighting growing concerns over worker conditions and their broader industry impact. Additionally, Joel examines Japan's potential move to a four-day workweek and raises awareness about job offer scams. Throughout the episode, Joel incorporates personal anecdotes with industry insights, urging listeners to stay informed and take control of their careers. In this episode: (02:15) Wells Fargo tragedy (05:13) Career cushioning  (08:05) Networking strategies (13:32) Four-day workweek in Japan (16:16) Job offer scams warning (18:05) Labor Day strike (18:58) Hospitality worker shortage (19:52) Teaching job challenges (20:44) Healthcare worker issues (21:36) Manufacturing job realities (22:30) Need for better job incentives (23:20) AI and automation in the workforce (24:04) Wrap-up and future topics About Joel Lalgee  Joel Lalgee is an internationally known recruitment leader and coach who has helped thousands of recruiters build their brands online. In 2015, Joel started recruiting for a small start-up agency in Milwaukee. He quickly found his passion for recruitment. In 2019, he discovered content marketing, publishing his first posts on Linkedin. Since then, he has grown to over 400k followers, and his content has been seen over 1 billion times. In 2023, he started a business specializing in coaching recruiters, marketing consulting, and influencer partnerships. Recruiting is No Joke Social Media LinkedInWebsiteInstagramTikTok  X (formerly Twitter Resources News Article: Wells Fargo Employee Found DeadJapan's Four-Day Workweek Proposala href="https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/9/2/ten-thousand-us-hotel-workers-strike-as-contract-talks-break-down" rel="noopener...