AI and hiring reality check: TrueUp data says AI fears aren’t matching the job market—tech job openings are rising (280,000 tracked) even as layoffs slow, with demand shifting toward hardware and AI infrastructure roles. Workplace scams and “ghosting” culture: A recruiter scam story highlights how convincing outreach can lead job seekers to hand over résumés, while another piece warns applicants about long application cycles and no-response hiring. Leadership pipelines: Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath argues leadership is built internally, with most leaders promoted from within rather than hired from outside. Job market cooling in the US: September hiring added 29,000 jobs and unemployment ticked to 4.2%, while mortgage rates and inflation pressures remain. Public-sector hiring freeze hits access programs: A Navy archaeologist says a hiring freeze paused a Guam public access archaeology program, delaying coordinator staffing. Career visibility at work: “Loud working” advice urges employees to make achievements visible to protect promotions and reduce layoff risk. Skills for the AI era: IBM’s talent chief says young workers should double down on critical thinking and judgment as AI takes over routine tasks. Local hiring momentum: Tameside’s Autumn Jobs Fair drew 1,170 attendees with 40+ employers and training providers. Data centers as a jobs engine: India’s data center ecosystem could create 1–2 lakh jobs in 4–6 years, spanning far beyond IT into power, cooling, security, facilities, and construction.