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Kathleen Davis @kathleenedavis.bsky.social · 13d

Today alone there have been no fewer than 10 posts in the mom groups I'm in asking for or offering food assistance for the impending EBT/SNAP benefits ending. Moms helping moms feed their kids while the government builds ballrooms and buys jets. just saying.

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The Persistent @thepersistent.bsky.social · 13d

Next week’s editors’ chat will feature @josiecox.bsky.social and @kathleenedavis.bsky.social talking live about all things hustle culture and burnout.

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Trump Has Demolished a History of Work by First Ladies

Kathleen Davis @kathleenedavis.bsky.social · 14d

In all the (justified) uproar about the East Wing demolition @lizaboyd.bsky.social noted that the East Wing was the home of the Office of the First Lady and that by tearing it down, it's another of the administration's efforts to reduce the visibility of women across the board.

The East Wing was the nation's symbolic heart.

Gentle Parenting is Gentle on Everyone But Mothers

Kathleen Davis @kathleenedavis.bsky.social · Sep 23

"It’s normal, I think, to sometimes hate your parents. And to slam doors, too." This article about when gentle parenting goes too far by @emmahaslett.bsky.social for @thepersistent.bsky.social is says what we are all thinking. www.thepersistent.com/gentle-paren...

It places a high value on children’s feelings, but not parents'.

The Washington Post Fired Me — But My Voice Will Not Be Silenced.

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Karen Attiah @karenattiah.bsky.social · Sep 15

Some personal news:

I've been fired from the Washington Post in the aftermath of the Charlie Kirk shooting.

Thread incoming.

substack.com/@karenattiah...

I spoke out against hatred and violence in America — and it cost me my job.

substack.com

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Kathleen Davis @kathleenedavis.bsky.social · Sep 18

“I want AI to do my laundry and dishes so that I can do art and writing, not for AI to do my art and writing so that I can do my laundry and dishes.” These stories show what happens when it’s the other way around. Great and necessary series

Brian Merchant @bcmerchant.bsky.social · Sep 17

Freelance illustration gigs drying up. Ad agencies using Midjourney instead of hiring human artists. Costume design turned over to AI wholesale. Good work vanishing.

These are the stories of working visual artists, who describe losing jobs, wages, and hope as their clients and bosses embrace AI.

Artists are losing work, wages, and hope as bosses and clients embrace AI

Visual artists, illustrators and graphic designers share their stories about how AI is being used to lower wages, degrade work and even replace it altogether, in this installment of AI Killed My Job.

www.bloodinthemachine.com

The Pay Gap Has Always Been Bad. Now It's Getting Worse.

Kathleen Davis @kathleenedavis.bsky.social · Sep 10

'It is a five-alarm fire to see that the gender wage gap is widening for an unprecedented second year in a row.' www.thepersistent.com/gender-pay-g...

For the first time in over half a century, the gender pay gap in the U.S. has widened over two consecutive years.

Taliban Rules Are Killing Female Earthquake Survivors.

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Kathleen Davis @kathleenedavis.bsky.social · Sep 10

"Imagine you’ve just lost everything in a natural disaster and the response team can’t treat your injuries and are barely even allowed to speak to you—because you’re a woman. www.thepersistent.com/afghanistan-...

Strict rules and a dearth of female medics means women are not getting the treatment they need.

Back to School Puts Working Moms in an Impossible Position.

Kathleen Davis @kathleenedavis.bsky.social · Sep 2

My first piece in The Persistent looks at the mismatch between the school calendar and typical work schedules and how this year's RTO mandates have eliminated flexible work resulting in 212,000 women leaving the workforce since January.
www.thepersistent.com/school-calen...

The mismatch of days off between schools and workplaces is an annual puzzle. It’s moms who bear the brunt.

Kathleen Davis @kathleenedavis.bsky.social · Sep 2

yes 100% As a journalist from "the rest of the country" who grew up poor and didn't go to a top college I always felt like I was reminding my coworkers of "real people" problems.

They Asked an A.I. Chatbot Questions. The Answers Sent Them Spiraling.

Kathleen Davis @kathleenedavis.bsky.social · Jun 19

This story was such a wild ride. Amazing reporting from emails most journalists would usually delete.

www.nytimes.com

Who is going to shop at Amazon once AI takes all our jobs?

Kathleen Davis @kathleenedavis.bsky.social · Jun 19

"AI might be a good worker—and great for a company’s bottom line—but it’s the worst customer a company could ask for."
Michael Grothaus makes a point Andy Jassy might not have considered.

Tech CEOs have been fond of writing love letters about generative AI, but they never seem to address the grim economic implications.

Kathleen Davis @kathleenedavis.bsky.social · Jun 17

I especially loved this conversation between Olympic nonbinary elite runner Nikki Hiltz and ACLU’s LGBTQ+ rights lawyer Chase Strangio about the the intersection of justice and representation (written by a fellow EMU alumni!)

Introducing Fast Company's Queer Changemakers

Kathleen Davis @kathleenedavis.bsky.social · Jun 17

The profile of MI's AG @dananessel.bsky.social shows the complicated side of being in the top law enforcement role of a purple state.

Kathleen Davis @kathleenedavis.bsky.social · Jun 17

For the past 5 years I've worked with @juliarherbst.bsky.social and others on a 1st of it's kind list of 50 Queer leaders across industries. This year's list Queer Changemakers, features some amazing people working for a better future. www.fastcompany.com/91333780/que...

Meet eight LGBTQ+ leaders shaping business, tech, politics, culture, and beyond.

Kathleen Davis - Fast Company | LinkedIn

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Kathleen Davis @kathleenedavis.bsky.social · Jun 13

Since we're on the topic, here's my LinkedIn Profile. I'm looking for my next opportunity at a publication, but also willing to think expansively about future opportunities. www.linkedin.com/in/kathleene...

I am an experienced editor, writer, podcast host, newsroom leader, manager and editorial… · Experience: Fast Company · Location: United States · 500+ connections on LinkedIn. View Kathleen Davis’ prof...

www.linkedin.com

Kathleen Davis @kathleenedavis.bsky.social · Jun 13

Well...not exactly the post I wanted to share as I start posting on this platform more...but here we are.

Talking Biz News @talkingbiznews.bsky.social · Jun 12

@kathleenedavis.bsky.social among the layoffs at @fastcompany.com: talkingbiznews.com/media-news/t...

Here are a few things you can do to cultivate more moments of happiness in your daily life.

Kathleen Davis @kathleenedavis.bsky.social · Dec 4

Today's Pressing Question is perhaps the biggest of all: How can I be happier?
There is no easy answer or quick fix. But there are a few things you can do to cultivate more moments of happiness in your daily life. Here are my thoughts:

How can I be happier?

Kathleen Davis @kathleenedavis.bsky.social · Nov 26

I am a firm no Christmas until the day after Thanksgiving person. BUT since Christmas music is everywhere I'll offer my first hot take of the season: "I saw mommy kissing Santa Claus" is a deeply problematic for several reasons.

Why are we still talking about return to office?

Kathleen Davis @kathleenedavis.bsky.social · Nov 25

Think of how much has happened since March 2020 when millions of employees started working from home. After over 4 years of an endless string of debates about if, how, and when employees should return to office (RTO) why are we STILL debating it? I offer a few thoughts:

Bosses have been trying to make employees return to the office for years now. Why are we still having the same conversation?

What can I do if I disagree with my performance review?

Kathleen Davis @kathleenedavis.bsky.social · Nov 20

What if you think you are doing a great job and your manager disagrees?

This week's pressing question is about what you can do if you don't agree with your performance review.

Give it a read and tell me about a time you disagreed with your performance review and what you did.

Performance reviews can be frustrating. Here’s what you can do if you find yourself on the receiving end of a negative performance review.

What is a recess appointment? Trump could use this tactic to bypass approval for controversial picks like Matt Gaetz and Pete Hegseth

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Jennifer Mattson @jennifermattson.bsky.social · Nov 15

Up over at @fastcompany.bsky.social today I wrote about Trump's attempts to push his top nominees through without a Senate vote.

www.fastcompany.com/91228802/rec...

Trump wants to use the Constitution's Recess Appointment Clause to name Cabinet members without Senate confirmation, which could let him push through unpopular nominees.

How do I get people to respond to my emails?

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Fast Company @fastcompany.com · Nov 12

Welcome, Bluesky users! If you’re new to Fast Company, we're a media brand exploring the intersection of business and innovation.

Read our stories:
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Kathleen Davis @kathleenedavis.bsky.social · Nov 13

Today's Pressing Questions is: How do I get people to respond to my emails?

By some estimates, the average office worker gets 120 emails a day.

Here's my advice on how to write an email that will get a response:

This is how you rise above the spam and get someone to not only read your emails but also to actually write back.