AI agents. Tariffs. Job hugging. Do we need to go on? The business landscape in 2025 was defined by seismic shifts we won’t soon forget.

Never mind the tech’s lack of quick financial returns; nearly seven in ten CEOs plan to increase AI spending next year. Do they have a choice?

The number of CEOs quitting FTSE 100 companies dropped to its lowest level in four years.

With AI not producing all of the results firms expected, some are paying employees to use it more—and hopefully, fear it less.

What can you do to make meaningful progress next year? Our experts weigh in.

Best-selling author Dan Goleman highlights why bosses without strong emotional intelligence skills should fear this disruptive technology.

Saunas are the new hangout for many successful young executives squeezing in some networking.

Fifteen percent of the population does their best work in the wee hours. Can the corporate world find a way to adjust to their schedule?

With a dwindling pipeline of CEOs in general, the search for qualified CEOs is significantly more difficult for private equity-backed companies.

Mention of an “AI bubble” on third-quarter earnings calls shot up dramatically from just the prior quarter. What’s behind the sober outlook?

The retail industry is closely watching the test rollout of half-hour product delivery. Could this be another blow to brick-and-mortar stores?

Ninety percent of healthcare executives predict a shift from reactive to proactive care delivery. What’s held it up?

Boredom is starting to rival burnout in terms of its financial cost to firms and employee mental health. Is AI playing a part?

In a season of economic stressors, experts advise erring on the modest side with workplace gifts. Here are five strategies.

A new report shows that adults are spending more money on toys for themselves than their kids. How leaders prepare for such sudden consumer shifts.

The subtle art of accepting a compliment at work can be treacherous. Here’s how to handle it. (And you’re welcome!)

Some were big. Some were small. But they all gave leaders a boost in a tough, disruptive year.

Dealt a hard hand, managers are facing year-end projects with 20 to 40 percent more direct reports to supervise. Will the pressure trickle down?

Instead of pitching their products with traditional ads, more retailers are soft pedaling their brands with humor and behind-the-scenes social-media clips. Does it work?

AI has some leaders openly pronouncing layoffs, but new data suggests that's the wrong approach. Two experts discuss incorporating the missing link: humans. 

AI’s rapid ascent has already drawn businesses’ attention to robots. Will this tech have its "ChatGPT" moment?

Almost a quarter of employees have not taken any vacation days this year. Are managers still encouraging PTO?

Did your manager forget your birthday or roll their eyes at a meeting? A new study says the impact of such slights can be huge.

With firms cutting back or freezing hiring, many workers are looking to secure their roles. Here are some steps they can take.