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The AI Apocalypse: Can Firms Still Push On?
Amid new doomsday concerns about AI, firms must weigh employee fears against critical business needs.
Board Roles: Only CEOs Need Apply
The highest percentage of CEOs in a decade were appointed to public boards this year. Are they the best for the job, and are there enough of them?
Here's a Shock: Turnover Isn't Low
Even in a tough job market, a surprising two-thirds of firms have exit numbers above 10%. Has corporate loyalty become a “losing battle?”
September 23, 2026
The idea of a robot-relations function to help manage interactions between humans and AI agents in the workplace is gaining traction. Will it really happen?
Being someone to rely on is becoming more critical, even in the AI era.
September 22, 2026
Five new sports are launching at the LA28 Games, including flag football. How introducing a new Olympic sport is like building a startup.
September 21, 2026
Best-selling author Dan Goleman argues how the latest set of AI questions is the latest example of an organizational problem leaders constantly face.
September 16, 2026
Facing mounting liabilities, major insurance firms are rethinking how they cover AI-related mistakes. How that could upend firms’ use of the tech.
May 27, 2024
Best-selling author Dan Goleman explains how good news engages purpose-driven workers, and there’s plenty of good news around.
May 22, 2024
Investors are pulling money out of sustainable-investment funds at a record pace. Can firm leaders find a way to prevent a domino effect on their own corporate ESG actions?
In a tough job market, candidates get fewer job interviews—and must ace the ones they do secure.
One-quarter of US employees say their firms’ return-to-office rules have changed multiple times. Is the waffling causing some workers to stay home?
May 15, 2024
At a time when firms say they need innovators, a new study finds recruiters are strongly biased against hiring entrepreneurs—who are known for being innovative.
After handing out big raises last year, companies are pulling back. What can top performers—and top negotiators—do to secure big bumps in 2024?
As firms scrutinize their employees more, highlighting big wins is important. Here are some ways to leverage them.
May 14, 2024
One in four employers plans to offer housing benefits to employees this year, according to a new survey. Is it just a way to get people back to the office?
May 13, 2024
Best-selling author Dan Goleman shares what business leaders can learn from community organizers.
May 8, 2024
Open roles have fallen an eye-popping 30% since peaking two years ago, but HR professionals still face massive workloads to find the right candidates.
May 7, 2024
Forty percent of workers over 55 haven’t spoken to a Gen Zer at work in a year, and one in five Gen Z to someone over 50. Why corporate leaders should be worried.
Researchers used the latest tools to generate a note that many leaders find particularly challenging. How did it go?
