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The Future of Work: Is Your White Collar Job Safe?
The traditional perception that white-collar jobs are impervious to economic upheavals has begun to wane, especially as offshoring and automation take center stage. The observable layoffs and redefined workflows demonstrate that no job, irrespective of its nature, is entirely secure.
The Offshoring Dilemma
A recent example brings to light the stark realities facing many who occupy office roles. Employees on a corporate floor unexpectedly found themselves with severance packages that required them to train their replacements overseas. Companies have discovered that remote work not only maintains productivity but allows for significant cost savings through offshoring—hiring talent from countries where wages are dramatically lower.