Exceptional leaders often excel as skilled storytellers, and for good reason. Once a company hits a certain level of organizational complexity, one of the most important tasks the CEO has is to craft intellectually coherent and captivating narratives about the firm, its purpose, and its performance. Failure in this task means undermining the very existence of the company; a sin…
With the new year just around the corner, rapidly progressing changes in the workforce and across industries, and a global median salary of $120k as the demand for project managers increases, there has never been a more critical time for project managers to sharpen their skills than now. More than…
Stationing police officers in schools ends up criminalizing students instead of keeping them safe, according to a new study. Researchers found no evidence that the presence of police officers in schools reduced crime or promoted safety. But schools with police officers attached did see higher levels of suspensions and expulsions,…
With President Biden’s executive order on artificial intelligence (AI), we’re finally seeing some form of government action on the emerging technology that’s already impacted nearly every industry. While more robust oversight will surely come into the fold, it’s likely consumers can expect the continued rapid deployment of AI technologies at…
Think this is nice? It’s a version of the weekly Under 30 newsletter and would be even better in your inbox. Tómas Vega’s voice trembled with emotion as he demoed his startup Augmental’s latest technology: a tongue-controlled, computer mouse pad (called MouthPad) that allowed a dad to control robotic toys…
Organizations deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) work understand it's a long game. DEI is a journey rather than a destination. Yet, having tangible priorities and expected outcomes is key to long-term success. Industry leaders in DEI often build a road map of activities for the coming year.…
Michael is a human resource consultant with Insperity. He specializes in team building, employee engagement and performance improvement. Veterans Day is an opportunity to honor the over 16 million veterans who live in the United States for their service to our country. For employers, one way to show support is…
Financial literacy within the Black community tends to focus heavily on skills like budgeting, saving, investing, and actively avoiding debt. This concept is widely advocated to empower Black individuals to achieve their financial aspirations, such as homeownership, education financing, retirement security, the creation of generational wealth, and addressing historical racial…
As products and services become increasingly accessible online—sometimes exclusively—high-quality customer service can seem like an antiquated notion. But some companies still prioritize white-glove service in the form of speed, problem-solving acumen and top-notch people skills, consistently keeping their customers satisfied. To recognize these standout companies, Forbes has partnered with data…
The corporate wellness market is booming. Valued at $56.6 billion in 2022, it’s expected to exceed $100 billion in ten years. Meanwhile, 40 percent of workers aren’t satisfied with their level of work-life balance, and 42 percent of workers are experiencing symptoms of burnout. So what’s causing such a significant…
Confidence in higher education is falling, and with it college enrollment. Many prospective students are no longer confident that a traditional college degree will equip them with the skills required to succeed in the labor market. There is demand for alternatives: an American Compass survey found that, by a 57-43…
In a declining economy, startups face an uphill battle when it comes to securing funding.…
With all of the recent news about artificial intelligence (AI), it got me thinking about…
A while back, I took a couple of my grandchildren on a tour of the…
Startups face numerous challenges on their journey to success, and failing to overcome any one…
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