Despite years’ of headlines about the importance of workplace well-being and culture, the latest Gallup State of the Global Workplace report paints a stark picture: global employee engagement has declined yet again. But one overlooked yet deeply…
Entrepreneurs typically contribute less to the overall economy than people who are employed by others. Transitioning from being formally employed to working for yourself or starting a business typically results in working longer hours to earn less and…
A reverse-discrimination suit against B2B company Hello Alice has become a proving ground in the legal battle over diversity-oriented corporate programs.
Have you ever found yourself desperately wanting to move forward in life or at work—whether it’s launching a new venture, making a bold pivot, or finally saying yes to the idea that’s been tugging at your mind—but somehow, you can’t gain momentum?
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AI isn’t just reshaping how we work; it’s also contributing to many workers’ sense of self. This can play out very differently for each person, from individual employees who are embracing the chance to blaze a new career path to those who are an…
Walk into a library and you’ll feel it right away. It’s quiet but alive. People are reading, learning, applying for jobs, finding shelter, escaping for a moment into a story. No one’s selling anything. Yet the value being created is enormous.
In 20…
It’s undeniable: Digital platforms are powerful tools for influence and podcasting trends have emerged as a masterclass in building impactful leadership profiles. I’ve been producing podcasts for executives for more than 15 years; I’ve seen firsthand …
At a recent JPMorgan Chase employee town hall meeting, one brave soul brought up a petition pushing back against the firm’s decision to force workers to return to the office five days a week.
“Don’t waste time on it. I don’t…
It’s tempting to believe the right hire will unlock the technology’s potential, but success with AI requires an enterprise-wide shift.
Hello and welcome to Modern CEO! I’m Stephanie Mehta, CEO and chief content officer of Mansueto Ventures. Each week this newsletter explores inclusive approaches to leadership drawn from conversations with executives and entrepreneurs, and from …




