The Career Ladder Is Broken - And Companies Are Paying The Price #104

The Career Ladder Is Broken - And Companies Are Paying The Price #104

March 17, 2026 · 21 min · Episode 104

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The episode discusses the vanishing entry-level job market and its implications for companies and future talent.

The entry-level job market is vanishing. With UK tech graduate roles plummeting and AI adoption sweeping across global enterprises, companies are increasingly demanding prior experience for jobs that used to be strictly for beginners. But by cutting off the bottom rung of the ladder to save a quick buck, businesses are severely risking their future pipeline of talent, loyalty, and innovation. In this "lazy" Walk & Talk, Gary and George unpack the perfect storm of economic pressures, post-...

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Hosts: Gary Gamp, George Clode

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