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The AI Era Is Redefining Middle Management
AI is beginning to quietly reshape the role of middle managers. For years, managers were expected to translate strategy into execution, keep…
Most Hiring Processes Are Designed to Avoid Risk, Not Find Talent
A lot of hiring is built around reducing risk. You see it in job descriptions that ask for very specific backgrounds, and…
“Optimal Distinctiveness” Beats Well-Rounded
We’re seeing talented, experienced professionals struggling to gain traction in this job market. Why? One reason is they’re hard to “place”. Their…
Why the Job Market Feels Broken Right Now
Why the Job Market Feels Broken Right Now On paper, the labor market looks fine. Unemployment is relatively…
Early Departures Are Created Long Before Day One
When someone leaves weeks or months after starting, it is usually treated as a retention issue. More often, the problem began during…
The January Jobs Report: Strong Headline, Softer Reality
The Labor Department reported 130,000 new jobs in January, well above expectations. But the bigger story is beneath the surface. The same…
Why Career Optionality Is Replacing Career Planning
For a long time, career conversations followed a familiar script. Where does this role lead? What’s the next step? How does this…
What Workers Want in 2026
The latest national survey lines up closely with what we’ve been seeing across the hiring landscape. Workers are heading into 2026 with…
The Growing Shift in 2026
The Growing Shift Toward Contract, Fractional, and Blended Talent Models in 2026 One clear trend is taking shape as we head into…