The phrase “no risk, no reward” couldn’t be more spot-on for businesses and professionals trying to stand out in today’s crowded markets. Harvard Business School Professor Robert Simons put it best: “Competing successfully in any industry involves some level of risk.” And he’s right—companies that take bold risks often see big payoffs. Just look at … Read more
Workplace burnout has reached epidemic levels. A recent Deloitte survey found that 77% of full-time U.S. employees have experienced burnout in their current job, with more than half saying they’ve faced it multiple times. Nearly 70% feel their employers aren’t doing enough to address burnout, and 21% report no initiatives from their companies at all. … Read more
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, and market capitalizations up to six times their revenue, the highest-performing companies have mastered the art of sustained success. So, … Read more
While Amazon is delaying its January 2 return-to-office (RTO) mandate for thousands of employees because of a lack of office space, two other companies are following the tech giant’s lead and implementing strict back-to-the-office mandates. AT&T and Sweetgreen are telling non-frontline staff to come into the office more often in the new year, per Bloomberg. … Read more
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 to be divisive and riddled with conflict, it offers an important lesson for businesses and leaders seeking to overcome inevitable friction within their own teams. … Read more
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. I am going to say something mainstream or even old-school, but people in the business world consider portfolio stability the most important factor in investing. Is that the right move? If you are a rational investor with a long-term vision, the answer is most likely yes. But … Read more
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. This is a tough spot to be in, and one that management training doesn’t always cover. … Read more
In the wake of hurricanes striking across the Southeast this fall, nonprofit organizations played a vital role in delivering much needed aid to hard hit communities. Last month, nonprofits across the country took part in educating voter. They registered young people to vote, and encouraged broad participation in the democratic process. It’s especially clear today … Read more
If you think the world is changing faster than ever before, you’re probably right. According to Accenture, the rate of change in businesses has accelerated 183% since 2019—and 33% in just the last year. As the saying goes, change has never been this fast, and will never be this slow again. Hybrid workplaces, AI transformation, … Read more
Hiring, educating, and housing refugees and asylum seekers is the “next big challenge” for businesses, according to a longtime leadership professor and UNICEF vice president. “The big, ugly elephant in the room is migration. Over 120 million people now have migrated from one place they lived in to another place they’re existing in, often as … Read more
