Remote work did not fail because people worked from home. It struggled where work became unclear.A laptop, an internet connection, and a messaging app are not a remote-work system. They are tools. The system is made up of expectations: what must be delivered, when people are available, how risks are handled, how teams communicate, and where the workday ends. That distinction matters now. Jamaica is actively shaping its 2026 Future of Work agenda around the digital economy, re

A hiring tool can reject a strong candidate before a human ever reads the résumé. That is the promise and the risk of AI-assisted recruitment. For employers facing hundreds of applications per role, AI screening can feel practical. It can sort applications faster, detect missing qualifications, summarize experience, and help HR teams manage high-volume hiring. Used carefully, it can reduce administrative strain and give recruiters more time for the work that requires judgment

The wrong AI question can freeze an organization. When leaders ask, “Which jobs will AI replace?” the conversation usually turns anxious, defensive, and vague. People protect roles. Managers guess. Teams either overreact or wait too long. A better question is more useful: Which tasks are changing, and what human capability must grow because of that change? That is the real workforce planning issue. AI is not arriving as one single event that removes entire roles overnight. It

The future of work is already here, and AI skills in the workplace are transforming how Jamaican employers recruit, train, manage, and retain talent. Jamaica’s Ministry of Labor has already signaled the importance of preparing for this shift through its Future of Work agenda, which includes modernizing labor policy for the digital economy, establishing fair and flexible remote work standards, expanding inclusion for digital and non-traditional workers, and preparing Jamaicans

The world of work is evolving rapidly, and Jamaican employers and employees face new challenges and opportunities. The International Labour Organization’s Employment and Social Trends 2026 report reveals a global labour market that seems stable but hides growing issues such as stalled job quality, widening inequalities, productivity pressures, demographic changes, and economic uncertainty. For Jamaica, these global trends are not distant concerns; they are already influencing

In every workplace, there is a clear chain of reporting: employees report to supervisors, managers report to directors, leaders report to boards, and entrepreneurs report to clients. Yet, before all these external relationships, there is one that matters most—you report first to yourself. This internal relationship shapes your career, leadership, business, and overall impact more than any other. Before performance reviews, targets, promotions, or recognition, ask yourself...

Finding a job today requires more than just sending out resumes and hoping for a call back. The job market is competitive, and success depends on strategy, preparation, and self-awareness. Before you hit the “Apply” button, ask yourself the right questions to improve your chances of landing a role that fits your skills and supports your long-term career goals. Interview Success 101: Your Guide to Acing Any Job Interview...