In September, Amazon made an announcement that came as a surprise to many corporate employees, along with tech observers who might have assumed hybrid work was a given among the industry’s major players. Starting in January, the tech giant would requi…
In the business world, there’s a rare breed of companies that consistently outshine their peers. These organizations don’t just outperform—they redefine exceptional performance. With operating margins that run 50% to 150% higher than the competition, …
Regardless of your political affiliation, this year’s presidential election results showcased one powerful commonality: People are starving to be seen, acknowledged, and witnessed.
While the 2024 election—like several before it—proved t…
Employee satisfaction is plummeting, and businesses are struggling to keep their talent engaged and fulfilled. Research by Gallup shows that 51% of employees are actively looking for other work. While the top reason for this trend is predictable—emplo…
Australia announces a national AI plan to boost investment, skills, and infrastructure, aiming to capitalize on AI’s potential to drive economic growth by 2030.
The future belongs to the products that adapt to new contexts and create sustainable value over time.
Welcome to Pressing Questions, Fast Company’s work-life 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: How should I…
Understanding how to navigate office politics is a leadership skill.
Supporting a team member who’s going through a difficult time in their personal life can be a delicate situation. As a manager, you need to balance empathy with practicality and offer help while also ensuring the work doesn’t fall off track….
Writers know the dreaded “blank page syndrome” all too well. You find yourself staring at a pristine white page, paralyzed by the daunting task of filling it. Work teams often experience a similar affliction when tackling major or complex projects. Th…
