What to Do When Work Feels Hopeless: Realities Facing Employees and HR Today with Katee & Jackye

Welcome to the Inclusive AF Podcast! In our most recent episode, hosts Jackye Clayton and Katee Van Horn get real about what's happening in workplaces and in the world right now. From HR ethics scandals and employee morale drops to the impact of DEIB cuts and the increasing role of AI at work, we dive deep into the stories making headlines—and the ones that should be.

We talk about:
Why recent public scandals (think high-profile affairs at work!) shake company culture
How the rollback of DEIB efforts and politicians' choices impact employees
The truth behind return-to-office mandates, layoffs, and plummeting morale scores (like Dell’s ENPS!)
How AI is changing daily work, what we’re missing in upskilling, and tools you should actually be using
The real-life effects of legislative attacks on LGBTQ+ and other marginalized communities
Why it’s so hard to feel good about your job when leadership’s values don’t match your own
Plus: Using fear, distraction, and power plays to keep people disengaged—and what we can do to push back

We keep it honest, sometimes sassy, and always focused on how inclusivity, authenticity, and transparency can help us get through this wild year.

Hit like, subscribe, and be part of the conversation by commenting below. We want to know: What are you seeing at work? How are current events impacting your morale?

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Don’t forget to check out our recent episode with Lindiwe for serious self-care tips!

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