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Workplace AI: Is Resistance Futile?

In the latest disturbing trend for leaders, a growing number of workers are undermining or ignoring firms’ AI efforts.

This Week in Leadership (Apr 13- Apr 19)

What is considered ‘cheating’ when it comes to AI at work? Plus, how to turn global uncertainty into a potential career advantage.

Briefings Podcast: Hiring: The Great Mismatch

The new roles are there for the taking, but firms aren’t hiring because the skills aren’t there. How to solve the greatest talent imbalance in a generation.

April 15, 2026

Workplace AI: Is Resistance Futile?

In the latest disturbing trend for leaders, a growing number of workers are undermining or ignoring firms’ AI efforts.

April 15, 2026

5 Ways to Handle Awkward Work Situations

Anyone who has ever had a job has found themselves in an awkward situation with a colleague or boss. Our experts share their advice.

April 15, 2026

A Tough Global Message

Even if the Middle East conflict ended tomorrow, higher prices and shortages could continue through the year. How should leaders explain that to their stakeholders?

April 8, 2026

Pay Transparency: Britain and the EU on Divergent Routes

Workers are sending three million messages a day to ChatGPT about wages and compensation, intensifying negotiations.

April 8, 2026

Internships: The Only Way In?

More firms are offering internships this summer, but that creates a difficult decision for grads who are not finding work.

April 8, 2026

New Worker Woe: AI Impatience

According to a new study, a substantial number of AI users—nine out of ten—quickly abandon the tech when it frustrates them. Why that should worry leaders.

April 8, 2026

Are We Becoming Professionally Obsolete?

One-fifth of US workers think they will be phased out. Millions more think they’re never going to get a chance professionally. What can leaders do about ‘FOBO?’

April 7, 2026

5 Ways to ‘Read’ Your CEO

Got a boss who isn’t particularly transparent? Experts say there are other ways to glean the CEO’s intentions.

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February 25, 2026

A Hard (and Maybe Costly) Call on AI

Some firms that picked one primary AI tool now worry it could handcuff their organization. Why AI decisions—with corporate futures at stake—are becoming impossible.

February 24, 2026

Tariff Toss-Up

The serve-and-volley game over tariffs leaves corporate leaders fretting over whether they should—or should not—lower prices. ‘Another episode of chaos.’

February 24, 2026

How to Make Face-to-Face Work: 5 Ways

Nearly 60% of workers globally are back in the office full-time. But handling face time with bosses and colleagues can be tricky.

February 24, 2026

Should Parents Crash Job Interviews?

Facing a tough job market, one in five Gen Zers say their parents actually attend job interviews, either in person or online. Does it help or hurt?

February 24, 2026

2026: The Make-or-Break Year for Careers

Recent AI developments suggest a record number of roles will become obsolete—unless workers take some steps—and fast. 'Nothing is safe.'

February 23, 2026

A New High-Cost Center: Hiring

Even in a job market with many candidates, the cost of hiring and onboarding jumped 20% in a year. Is AI to blame?

February 18, 2026

6’1”, Loves Hiking, Seeks Series A Funding

Faced with a difficult networking landscape, one in six workers are employing dating apps to make connections happen. Is it job at first sight?

February 17, 2026

Side Gigs: Is Anyone Noticing?

Almost 30% of workers say they’ve got a secondary job. How much should their primary employers care?

February 17, 2026

Cutting Out the Business Partner?

Instead of paying big firms to handle major software services, some companies are considering using new AI products instead. The $600 billion question: Is that wise?

February 16, 2026

5 Ways ‘Night Owl’ Workers Can Thrive

About 15% of people perform better in the middle of the night, and struggle with a 9-to-5 schedule. How leaders and night owls can get the most from each other.

February 16, 2026

Jobs Growth, At Long Last

The latest monthly jobs report wildly exceeded expectations, adding nearly as many new hires as all of 2025. Is this a blip or the end of a long ordeal for job hunters?

February 16, 2026

What Happened to Climbing the Corporate Ladder?

Nearly three quarters of workers say that the traditional career path is outdated. Why the misalignment between leaders and employees can be costly.

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