Is “Career Cushioning” Making a Comeback?
There was a time when fulfilling defined responsibilities within a standard 9-to-5 work schedule was considered enough. Then came the great resignation, which pushed more radical career decisions into the spotlight. After that, quiet quitting reshaped expectations around work and employee engagement. Today, a more cautious and strategic approach is gaining attention. Career cushioning is […]
Technology Is Not Enough for Productivity
In recent years, many organizations have rapidly placed AI on their agenda. New tools have been implemented, integrations have been made into existing systems, and teams have started using these technologies. However, the outcomes have not been as strong as expected. Because what truly matters is not having the technology, but redesigning how work is […]
Employees Are Not Feeling Well
According to the Global Talent Trends 2026 report published by Mercer, the percentage of employees who feel well and are thriving at work has dropped from 66% to 44% over the past few years. This sharp decline marks one of the lowest levels of employee experience in recent years and signals an important inflection point […]
Are Layoffs Really Driven by AI?
In recent times, one of the most common explanations for layoffs has been the rise of AI and productivity gains. However, the data behind this narrative suggests the need for a more balanced perspective. According to the Gartner 2026 Future of Work trends, only 1% of layoffs attributed to AI driven productivity improvements in the […]
Trust Brokering and the New Role of Workplaces in an Age of Polarization
Trust has long been a topic of discussion in the business world. Today, however, trust is no longer viewed just as part of corporate reputation. In the emerging landscape of work, trust itself is becoming a core responsibility. The Edelman Trust Barometer 2026, based on a study of 33,938 respondents across 28 countries, highlights how […]
At Davos 2026, Instead Descriptions, Human Value Is Being Redefined
Davos 2026 became a clear turning point for conversations about the future of work. Global uncertainty, artificial intelligence, and sustainability came together to shape shared conclusions about white collar roles. Across panels and CEO statements, one message stood out. Business transformation is now directly changing roles and capabilities. One of the most visible voices was […]
Inequality Is The Most Interconnected Global Risk
The World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report 2026 frames inequality not as a disruption confined to a single domain, but as a central point of vulnerability where multiple global risks converge. For the second consecutive year, inequality stands out as the risk most strongly interconnected with other global risk categories. According to the report, inequality […]
A Trust Crisis in Hiring Driven by Ghost Job Postings
A year ago, ghost job postings were being discussed as an emerging issue. At the time, they were largely treated as a temporary problem that disrupted the candidate experience. Today, the situation has moved beyond being an exception and has become chronic. Both candidates and companies are aware of this reality. The real question now […]
The Invisible Barrier Beneath the Glass Ceiling, The Broken Rung
