A recent CUPA-HR survey reported a decline in nonfaculty higher ed employees intending to seek new jobs, decreasing from one-third in 2023 to one-quarter in 2025. Pay remains the top reason cited for job change considerations. Meanwhile, research based on Workday data indicates firms are investing less in internal promotions despite modest hiring demand growth. Leaders report employee fears of AI replacing jobs despite ongoing workforce stability and reskilling efforts. Higher education institutions also explore pragmatic AI adoption playbooks to manage transformation and alleviate operational burdens. These labor dynamics signal continued workforce challenges amid technological advances and evolving expectations.