👋 Welcome, Jobseekers

This Thanksgiving, we’re raising a toast (and maybe a turkey leg) to you. Your resilience in the face of layoffs and your hustle to keep going are nothing short of legendary. You’re the stuffing that holds this community together, and we’re so grateful to be part of your journey.

• 📉 Layoff Report: Chegg, 23andMe, Ford, Two Sigma, AP

• ⚡️ Quick Hits: Robot dogs and AI Jesus

• 🔧 Jobseeker Tools: Arytic, Final Round, CoverDog, Otter

• 📈 Trends & Data: Job Postings Referencing Generative AI (GenAI) More Than Tripled

• 📊 Upskilling: Trivia: The Great Tech Job Quest

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• AI Gets a Raise, You Get the Boot: Chegg decides that AI tools like ChatGPT are better tutors than actual people, laying off 319 employees. 

• 23andMe Lays Off 40% of Its Workforce to Focus on… Nothing?: The DNA testing company scraps all its therapy developments because apparently, that was never really the point anyway.

• Ford to EVs: It’s Not You, It’s the Economy: The automaker slashes 4,000 jobs across Europe while downgrading its love affair with electric vehicles. EVs deserve better.

• Two Sigma Slashes 200 Jobs Because… Math?: The hedge fund that literally uses algorithms to print money suddenly can’t afford 10% of its workforce. We’re scratching our heads too.

• The Associated Press Says: Go Digital or Go Home: In a dramatic

  shift, AP offers buyouts to 8% of its workforce because they think AI-generated headlines are cheaper. Spoiler: They’re not.

• Robot Dogs Sniff Out Soil Secrets 🐕‍🦺🌱: Scientists at the University of Plymouth have developed a robot dog named Ellie, capable of scaling 16ft heights in just one second and detecting chemicals in the soil using £25,000 worth of technology. Ellie assists farmers in soil analysis and other tasks across difficult terrains.

• Tencent’s Palm Payment Tech Raises Eyebrows ✋💳: Tencent has introduced a new “tap and pay” technology in China, allowing users to scan their palm instead of using a bank card. This biometric recognition service uses an infra-red camera to analyze unique palm prints and vein patterns, offering greater accuracy compared to facial recognition.

• AI Jesus Takes Confessions in Switzerland ✝️🤖:  Worshippers in Switzerland are experiencing spiritual connections by confessing their sins to an AI Jesus at St Peter’s Church in Lucerne. Part of an art project called “Deus in Machina,” the AI-rendered Jesus provides answers and advice to visitors in a confessional booth.

• Pentagon’s Wild UFO Revelations 🛸👽:  Dr. Jon T. Kosloski, director of the Pentagon’s All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO), reported several unexplained UFO encounters during a Senate Committee hearing. While many UFO sightings have been explained as birds, balloons, or drones, some remain mysterious.

• AI Predicts Santa’s 2050 Makeover 🎅🤖: Artificial intelligence is reimagining Santa Claus with inclusivity and diversity, predicting significant changes in his appearance and persona by 2050. According to FreePik, an AI image generator company, Santa might transform through various forms in the coming decades.

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Final Round AI - Don’t choke at the finish line. This tool lets you practice interviews with an AI that mimics real-world scenarios, and it even gives you live tips during your actual interview. Forget sweaty palms—walk in like a pro.

JobScan.co - Hack the hiring bots. JobScan compares your resume to job descriptions and tells you exactly what to tweak so you beat the ATS systems. It’s like insider trading for your career.

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Otter.ai - The secret weapon for job interviews. Record and transcribe interviews to review later, so you catch what you nailed (or missed). Bonus: Use it to take meeting notes when you land the job.

Remember, these tools won’t write your resignation letter when you land the dream gig—but they’ll sure as heck help you get there faster. ✨💼

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Job Postings Referencing Generative AI (GenAI) More Than Tripled

Artificial intelligence is no longer just a buzzword—it’s actively reshaping the job market, and opportunities are expanding rapidly. Between September 2023 and September 2024, the share of U.S. job postings referencing generative AI (GenAI) more than tripled, with even more significant increases observed globally.

Where’s the AI Action?

• Data Analytics: This sector consistently leads in GenAI-related job postings across multiple countries, highlighting a strong demand for AI integration.

• Scientific Research & Software Development: Both fields are increasingly incorporating GenAI, reflecting its potential to revolutionize data-driven tasks and software solutions.

Surprising Sectors Joining the AI Party

• Arts & Entertainment: Creativity intersects with technology as AI makes significant inroads into content creation and production.

• Industrial Engineering: AI is optimizing processes and driving innovation in manufacturing, signaling a tech-driven industrial transformation.

Sectors Playing Hard to Get with AI

• Insurance, Logistic Support, Medical Information: Despite AI’s potential, these sectors have been slower to adopt, possibly due to regulatory challenges or the complexity of tasks involved.

What Does This Mean for You?

Aligning your skills with sectors that are embracing GenAI can open new career opportunities. Consider upskilling in data analytics, software development, or exploring AI’s applications in creative fields. While AI is transforming industries, human expertise remains crucial. Position yourself at the intersection of technology and your field to stay ahead in this evolving job landscape.

Game On: The Great Tech Job Quest

How to Play:

This week’s game is a quiz-style adventure inspired by Kahoot! Test your job-seeking skills and earn virtual badges for bragging rights. Score yourself at the end!

Question 1:

💡 Pro Tip: If you chose A or D, you’re playing smart. Public venting might feel good, but it’s risky.

Question 2:

💡 Pro Tip: B is the winner! ATS systems love keywords, not creativity. Save the design flair for your portfolio.

Question 3:

💡 Pro Tip: B strikes the perfect balance of ambition and humility. A might be a bit too bold, and D… well, we love your vibe, but maybe save that for happy hour.

Question 4:

💡 Pro Tip: A and D are golden. Networking is about relationships, not desperation. Engage with people authentically—your next opportunity could be one conversation away.

Score Yourself:

✅ 1 point for each correct answer!

• 4 Points: You’re a Tech Titan. Hire yourself already.

• 3 Points: You’re a Job Hero. Just a little fine-tuning needed.

• 2 Points: You’re a Career Novice. Keep playing; you’ll get there.

• 1 Point or less: You’re a Hopeful Hustler. Stick with Offboard—we’ve got you!

This is your weekly job hunt adventure, brought to you by Offboard. Don’t forget to share your score and challenge your friends! 🎯