Mikaela Cohen is a reporter at HR Brew covering workplace strategy and trends at a moment when the future of work is evolving faster than ever. A proud University of Georgia alumna, she previously reported on workplace and business issues for CNBC.com, CNBC Make It, and AARP.org, approaching complex organizational challenges through an employee-first lens.

In this episode of The Lead, Cohen joins host Sophie Davenport to discuss how she found her way into workplace journalism, why reporting on burnout, layoffs, and leadership strategy looks different from traditional business coverage, and how artificial intelligence is reshaping both the workplace and the media industry. She also reflects on the rise of creator-led journalism, the growing importance of individual bylines, and offers advice for journalism students navigating an especially challenging job market.

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Guest: Mikaela Cohen, HR Brew