Leadership Matters

A growing number of midlife employees are quietly juggling full-time jobs while coordinating care for ageing parents, creating what experts describe as one of the most significant – and least visible – workforce challenges facing employers today.

Companies led by women are significantly outperforming their male-led peers in appointing women to both corporate boards and senior management positions, according to a major new global study.

As Men's Health Week in the UK and US highlights growing concerns around men's wellbeing, experts say employers must do more to tackle stigma, workplace stress and mental health support.

AI adoption is accelerating, with 76% of employers now using the technology. But while businesses see productivity gains, three-quarters of workers fear AI could reduce future job opportunities.

As organisations mark Age Without Limits Day today on 10 June, a growing body of research suggests employers need to tackle ageing workforce challenges and rethink how they attract, support and retain older workers.

Addiction is a workplace issue hiding in plain sight and employers must do more to create safer, recovery-ready workplaces where staff can seek support earlier, says Dr Georges Petitjean.

A new workplace ethics survey reveals that one-third of employees fear retaliation for reporting misconduct, while many feel pressure to compromise their values.

CEOs worldwide are prioritising long-term growth, AI investment and strategic resilience despite mounting geopolitical instability and economic uncertainty.

A new survey of 900 CEOs reveals that nearly eight in 10 (78%) believe failed AI strategies could threaten their jobs as boards demand measurable AI results and stronger governance.

Median CEO pay jumped 23.2% to $29.4 million in 2025 while the CEO-worker pay gap widened to 341:1, according to new data, raising new questions about fairness, AI-driven incentives and executive compensation.