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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 2, 2025
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?
Some were big. Some were small. But they all gave leaders a boost in a tough, disruptive year.
The subtle art of accepting a compliment at work can be treacherous. Here’s how to handle it. (And you’re welcome!)
December 1, 2025
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.
November 25, 2025
Almost a quarter of employees have not taken any vacation days this year. Are managers still encouraging PTO?
AI’s rapid ascent has already drawn businesses’ attention to robots. Will this tech have its
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.
November 24, 2025
Figures suggest there may be a light at the end of the tunnel for Britain’s manufacturing sector, which has faced years of struggles.
Best-selling author Dan Goleman explains why, contrary to what some leaders expect, just adding AI into the workplace won’t generate amazing results.
With firms cutting back or freezing hiring, many workers are looking to secure their roles. Here are some steps they can take.
November 18, 2025
New “naked” versions of Cheetos and Doritos, without the iconic orange coloring, will hit stores soon. Why updating any brand carries risks.
