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The Org Chart Goes Trapezoidal
As AI agents gain power, firms are tying themselves into knots over where to seat them—and their managers—in the hierarchy.
Up, Up, and Away
Mirroring what’s happening across the consumer sector, several airline CEOs have made clear they likely won’t lower fares even if oil prices and inflation come down.
Who Gets the Time AI Saves?
Best-selling author Dan Goleman argues that the answer to the question reflects what a leader considers “time well spent.”
November 10, 2026
What team members—and leaders—can do to fix a team that’s not on track.
In a key move, the Prime Minister says he will be pushing pay-transparency legislation that has created difficulties in the EU. Will Britain handle it more smoothly?
While shedding factory-line positions, manufacturers have added over 300,000 white-collar roles. How AI is behind all this.
With roughly half of all executives and employees ignoring best practices, experts worry that a catastrophe may occur.
Losing employee trust is something leaders worry about but rarely put on par with other risks. That could change.
Men now account for 40% or more of paid family-leave claims, but do so in a sporadic way that challenges firms.
December 16, 2025
What can you do to make meaningful progress next year? Our experts weigh in.
The number of CEOs quitting FTSE 100 companies dropped to its lowest level in four years.
December 15, 2025
With a dwindling pipeline of CEOs in general, the search for qualified CEOs is significantly more difficult for private equity-backed companies.
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?
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.
December 9, 2025
Mention of an “AI bubble” on third-quarter earnings calls shot up dramatically from just the prior quarter. What’s behind the sober outlook?
December 8, 2025
In a season of economic stressors, experts advise erring on the modest side with workplace gifts. Here are five strategies.
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?
December 7, 2025
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.
