The BI Today newsletter highlights key stories, including Jade Bonacolta's rapid career advancement at LinkedIn through a strategic "pre-read" email approach. Jamie Dimon's firm stance on returning to the office (RTO) at JPMorgan is causing tension among tech workers, with some considering leaving. The newsletter also discusses the changing job market, where advanced degrees are becoming a liability due to shifts towards skills-based hiring and remote work. Additionally, it covers Goldman Sachs' expansion in Dallas and Amazon's crackdown on AI use during job interviews.
In tech news, Mira Murati, former CTO of OpenAI, is raising significant funding for her new AI startup, Thinking Machines Lab. The newsletter also mentions Google's internal tracking of layoffs and Amazon's stance on AI in interviews. Other notable stories include the impact of rising coffee prices, layoffs, and Elon Musk's criticism of OpenAI's transformation. The newsletter concludes with insights into various industries and notable quotes from recent events.
Key takeaways:
Jade Bonacolta achieved five promotions at LinkedIn in under seven years using a 3-step "pre-read" email strategy before meetings.
Jamie Dimon of JPMorgan is facing potential pushback from tech workers over his return-to-office stance.
Advanced degrees are becoming a liability in the job market due to shifts towards remote work and skills-based hiring.
Amazon is disqualifying job candidates who use AI tools during interviews, sparking debate in Silicon Valley.
