The back-to-the-office tug of war started soon after the pandemic began to wind down. At first, safety was the primary reason behind people’s reluctance to return to the workplace. But as the health crisis subsided, many were still against resuming...

Multiple studies prove that a dynamic company culture is one of workers’ top criteria for evaluating their employers and jobs. The numbers also indicate that a poor culture is one of the leading factors in why so many people quit over the past...

It wasn’t that long ago that AI sounded more like science fiction than a real possibility. Few comprehended that the technology would not only take hold but explode into widespread use, affecting almost everyone. And AI’s potential for being a...

Steve Jobs was obsessed with keeping things simple, whether it was the product, the user experience, or internal processes. He built simplicity into Apple, if only because he wanted to keep the focus on creative thinking and not complicated internal...

Business leaders expected a productivity downturn when the pandemic forced millions to work from home. However, many were surprised and relieved when their employees’ output remained steady or even increased during the lockdown. Remote work...

By all accounts, Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen was a highly successful entrepreneur. Many might assume his achievements and those of his team resulted from a series of home runs. But he considered mistakes an invaluable part of his professional...

Headlines frequently tout stories of companies that failed to see warning signs.

In late 2022, Southwest Airlines canceled thousands of flights due to severe weather. Consumers and regulators blasted the airline for failing to anticipate and prepare.

When you ask many working people how they are, their standard answer is, “Busy!” And a common reply is, “Well, busy is good!” But what does busyness really indicate, and does it add authentic value and meaning to our work lives? An overwhelming...

There is no shortage of horror stories about companies with toxic workplace culture. Businesses that allow pernicious behavior to take hold struggle with acute turnover, low morale, spotty performance, and often a lackluster bottom line. Toxicity is...

Your employees are clamoring for fewer days working in the office. Suppliers are pushing back on delivery schedules. Customers are resisting the price increase you put through last month. You want to satisfy everyone but must consider your own...