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The Private Sector Grew. Government Shrank. The Headline Blurred Both.

August 7, 2026August 7, 2026 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

The U.S. economy lost 23,000 jobs in July, primarily due to a 53,000 decrease in local government employment, particularly in education. However, private payrolls rose by 30,000. This complex picture indicates a cooling labor market, with misleading headline statistics overshadowing the nuances of private sector growth and labor force participation decline.

They Promised Factories. They Got Mexico.

April 21, 2026April 21, 2026 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

The article critiques the effectiveness of Trump’s tariffs intended to reshore American manufacturing. Instead of recovering jobs, U.S. companies like Whirlpool are downsizing domestic operations while expanding abroad. Surveys reveal manufacturers favor foreign production, contradicting the administration’s claims, which raises concerns about the future of American jobs and economic stability.

Big Tech’s Broken Job Market: 2025 Exposed the Cost of Overhiring, AI Hype, and Corporate Retrenchment

January 6, 2026January 6, 2026 - by Michael Phillips - Leave a Comment

By the end of 2025, Big Tech faced a major employment shift marked by significant layoffs, particularly driven by AI. Companies like Amazon and Microsoft led cuts, impacting job openings and forcing applicants into intense competition. While AI threatens jobs, it may also create new opportunities. Adaptability and workforce development will be crucial moving forward.