McKensey

JANUARY 3, 2025

With technological hurdles falling, shared autonomous vehicles are no longer an experimental curiosity. What needs to happen to accelerate uptake?

Technology 103

Technology Automotive 103

Vantage Circle

JANUARY 3, 2025

Do you ever wonder why some teams absolutely crush it while others barely make it across the finish line? The secret isn't some magic Silicon Valley pixie dust—it's the person sitting right in the middle of the action. And that is none other than your manager. They serve as the vital bridge between a company and its employees. Gallup’s State of the American Manager report highlights compelling links between manager effectiveness and employee engagement , underscoring its

Leadership 59

Leadership Communication Flexibility Flexibility 59

McKensey

JANUARY 3, 2025

Software-defined hardware is reshaping multiple industries as advances in AI enable new capabilities and dramatically reduce development costs.

Software 100

Software Automotive 100

Workplace Insight

JANUARY 3, 2025

Workers are resisting the so-called return to office due to a lack of desk space, following widespread reductions by companies in the wake of Covid. A fifth of workers cited a shortage of desks and facilities among their top three reasons for avoiding the office, according to a survey by real estate consultancy Remit Consulting. The firm claims that businesses may have scaled back desk numbers too aggressively after the pandemic spurred a rise in home working.

Real Estate 40

Real Estate Retail Consulting Office Policies 40

McKensey

JANUARY 3, 2025

As the automotive and industrial sectors undergo major technological advancements, gen AIdriven operating models can allow companies to develop software more easily, safely, and innovatively.

Automotive 92

Automotive Software Technology 92

Success

JANUARY 3, 2025

Three, two, one, Happy New Year! (Queue the fireworks and blares from party horns). This end-of-year holiday is always met with a flurry of glitz and glitter. But somewhere between the toasts, parties and endless celebrations, many people will also find themselves carving out time for reflection and planning for days to come. Enter inspirational New Years quotes.

Learning 98

Learning Supplies Cleaning Planning 98

McKensey

JANUARY 3, 2025

A new survey shows high interest in remote-driving services that let another person control the car.

Controlling 69

Controlling Automotive 69

McKensey

JANUARY 3, 2025

From building robust operational ecosystems to embracing generative AI, top companies are finding new ways to thrive in an environment thats anything but normal.

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Work Life

JANUARY 3, 2025

As you write your New Years Resolutions, ask yourself: Will you really meditate daily? How much will you use the gym after January 31? Forget about your aspirational personal goals, this year Im sharing some resolutions that will move your career and business forward. Ive gathered experts from various areas of expertise: branding, marketing, business development, and mindset to get you ready.

Delegation 98

Delegation Problem-Solving Coaching Learning 98

Productivityist

JANUARY 3, 2025

In this Flashback Friday episode, I revisit my conversation with Paul Jarvis from 2019, to discuss the release of his bestselling book, Company of One: Why Staying Small Is the Next Big Thing for Business. Pauls insights into building a fulfilling, scalable business without unnecessary growth struck a chord with listeners and remain highly relevant today.

Small Business 98

Small Business Mentoring Influencing Creativity 98

Work Life

JANUARY 3, 2025

This past year was marked by a fickle and ever-changing job market that became more competitive as the months passed. In fact, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics , despite the average monthly job growth falling about 28% in 2024 compared to 2023, the demand for talent in industries like healthcare, manufacturing, cybersecurity, and more is still red hot and the available supply is not able to keep pace.

Supplies 94

Supplies Manufacturing Healthcare Computer 94

Mad in America

JANUARY 3, 2025

M y metamorphosis came about through novel experience a lot of it and being cut off from my prior experience. This was 36 years ago, and Ive lived longer since then than before the change. But I am still periodically digging out remnants of damaged thinking I acquired during that change. Getting a diagnosis including psychosis made such a change in my life and myself that Im still trying to understand it.

Retail 78

Retail Transportation Mailing Controlling 78

Success

JANUARY 3, 2025

Last week, I did yoga with my landscaper. Before he cut the grass, Joseph mentioned he was struggling to teach himself yoga through YouTube videos. I was meandering barefoot through the flower beds, so I invited him to remove his shoes and join me for an impromptu class. It was so much fun that we discussed doing weekly garden yoga once spring returns.

Banking 78

Banking Cleaning Food Networking 78

Work Life

JANUARY 3, 2025

At some point, weve all looked to our manager for a sign-off, hoping for that sense of security: If they approve it, Im in the clear. But theres a hidden cost to always seeking approval. The problem? By leaning too heavily on seeking approval, we miss out on opportunities to own our decisions entirelyand with that, we risk stunting our own growth. Moving from seeking approval to true accountability is a game changer.

Construction 76

Construction Security Decision Making Leadership 76

Attendance Bot

JANUARY 3, 2025

Workplace stress is a universal challenge, but finding moments of humor can make even the busiest days feel manageable. A shared laugh over a stress work meme or a meme work stress not only breaks the tension but also fosters a sense of connection among colleagues. Whether its navigating tight deadlines, dealing with endless meetings, or just trying to stay motivated, humor provides a mental reset, helping teams approach their tasks with renewed energy.

Teamwork 52

Teamwork 52

Work Life

JANUARY 3, 2025

Technology is changing faster than any other time in history. The half-life of skills is shrinking, and traditional talent sourcescolleges and universitiesare struggling to adapt their curriculum fast enough to meet the demand for new workforce skills. Meanwhile, millions of workers are unable to access higher education because of the high cost of a degree.

Onboarding 76

Onboarding Logistics Prioritization Supplies 76

Workplace Insight

JANUARY 3, 2025

Businesses are increasingly likely to prioritise workers willing to come into the office for pay rises and promotions, according to a new poll from Reed Group. A year ago Reed.co.uk , which deals with over 30 million job applications a year, predicted that employers would increasingly mandate days in the office and would prioritise what it called the in-person premium.

Reporting 52

Reporting Salary Advertising Technology 52

Work Life

JANUARY 3, 2025

At the offices of the worlds most feared law firm for three years running, according to the legal market research firm BTI Consulting, you might expect to see unsmiling attorneys with overly slicked coifs and severe attire beelining through the halls and behind heavy wood doors. But the new Manhattan headquarters of Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivanthe litigation-focused law firm known as much for its lawyers demanding workloads as its cutthroat approach in court and high-profile clients lik

Flexibility 65

Flexibility Flexibility Real Estate Legal 65

Work Life

JANUARY 3, 2025

A year after a panel blew out of a Boeing 737 Max during flight, the nation’s top aviation regulator says the company needs “a fundamental cultural shift” to put safety and quality above profits. Mike Whitaker, chief of the Federal Aviation Administration, said in an online post Friday that his agency also has more work to do in its oversight of Boeing.

Transportation 91

Transportation Manufacturing Security Training 91