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The Workplace Bargain Has Collapsed

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Reward is no longer a pay‑and‑benefits conversation — it’s a renegotiation of power, fairness and legitimacy. Zone Feni, Group CEO of 21st Century, explains why the old employer‑employee bargain is gone, how AI is accelerating the reset, and why boards face unprecedented scrutiny under new Section 30A and 30B rules. A must‑listen for leaders and employees navigating the new world of work.
21 Sep English South Africa Education

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