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Why are workers increasingly being called “talent,” especially among tech and HR types?

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Wildgrapes [she/her]@hexbear.net
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You’re a rockstar and should join our team. We’re looking for amazing talent.

What no we can’t pay much but you’d be a rockstar!!

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anaesidemus [he/him]@hexbear.net
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You are gonna be exploited like rockstars are exploited by record companies!

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buh [she/her]@hexbear.net
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they said they want a rockstar but can’t tolerate my alcoholism smh 🤦

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Wildgrapes [she/her]@hexbear.net
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“Oh sweet you’re looking for a rockstar? Great” I say as I get out my baggie and start laying lines on the conference table in the interview room. “When can I start”

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