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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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January 20, 2026

A New Secret Sauce for Success?

The fast-food sector hopes to prove that sometimes simple additions—like specialty sauces—can spice up an industry’s profits.

January 20, 2026

It’s Friday: Hello, Anyone There?

Just 12% of in-office workdays happen on Fridays, representing half the attendance of midweek. Why that’s frustrating leaders.

January 16, 2026

This Week in Leadership (Jan 12 - Jan 18)

Why some leaders are more assertive in January than other times of year. Plus, moving from

January 13, 2026

5 Ways to Move from ‘Toying’ to Working with AI

The “testing-the-tech” honeymoon period is over: Bosses now expect ingenuity and new workflows using AI.

January 13, 2026

The Great Tariff Decision

A pending Supreme Court ruling on US tariffs is supposed to resolve a huge issue. Leaders are watching carefully.

January 13, 2026

Buy Now, Regret Later?

Some 45% all consumers planned to use “buy now, pay later” loans for holiday shopping. Why the jump in these plans may backfire on retailers down the road.

January 12, 2026

What’s Slowing Down AI Adoption?

Best-selling author Dan Goleman argues that the issue has nothing to do with the technology’s complexity.

January 12, 2026

‘Let’s Jump on This!’ The January Leadership Blitz

Assertive leadership is everywhere this month, as type-A managers hit the floor running with a flood of initiatives. Is there a better approach?

January 12, 2026

Briefings Podcast: Beat the Odds!

A panel of experts discuss strategies for leaders and career climbers in 2026 to sidestep the strife.

January 9, 2026

This Week in Leadership (Jan 5 - Jan 11)

How can leaders rebuild trust with their employees this year? Plus, are we all chasing the wrong jobs?

January 7, 2026

When Fido Comes to Work

With emotional support pet registrations up 50% in five years, companies have a new workplace issue on their hands.

January 7, 2026

The Race to Regain Trust in 2026

Leaders face a daunting year where employee trust will be critical. But building it may take some doing.

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