We’ve all heard the familiar directive: “We’re going through another reorganization and will be cutting 20% of headcount, but priorities remain the same and, in fact, may expand.” Meanwhile, you’re being told to “just make it work” without offer…
Conflict management is one of the most critical leadership skills today, yet many leaders are struggling to get it right. Companies are implementing return-to-office mandates; shifting stances on diversity, equity, and inclusion; and dealing with clim…
New advances suggest quantum may finally be at an inflection point. Here’s what leaders need to know to become quantum-ready.
If you’re feeling detached from work and lacking motivation lately, know that you are not alone.
Gallup’s most recent State of the Global Workplace report revealed that employee engagement fell to 21% in 2024, declining two points from …
WordPress cofounder Matt Mullenweg shares what it takes to foster loyalty, trust, and engagement—both inside and outside your company.
Building consensus is a good thing—until it stalls decision-making.
Welcome to Pressing Questions, Fast Company’s mini-advice column. Every week, deputy editor Kathleen Davis, host of The New Way We Work podcast, will answer the biggest and most pressing workplace questions.
Q: What should I do …
It takes a lot of chutzpah to walk up to television personality and Skinnygirl founder Bethenny Frankel, put a pair of sunglasses in her hands, and tell her, “These are for an oblong face.”
But that bold act paid off for Kari Dowiak, founder of su…
Every day, people are constantly learning and forming new memories. When you pick up a new hobby, try a recipe a friend recommended, or read the latest world news, your brain stores many of these memories for years or decades.
But how does your bra…
As companies increasingly rely on data to innovate and grow, ineffective (or nonexistent) data product practices have become a top strategic issue.
