For many years, career success was mostly viewed as a linear path, often compared to climbing a ladder. Moving up in the same field, advancing within the same function, earning titles in sequence, and showing an uninterrupted career path on a resume were seen as key signs of a strong professional profile.
- Jilda Bal
For white collar employees, the concern is no longer limited to falling behind the agenda. Today, many professionals are also worried that their field of expertise, role, or skill set may lose relevance.
- Jilda Bal
Ryan Breslow, the CEO of Bolt, said the company laid off its entire HR team during a restructuring process. He also claimed that some problems disappeared after this decision, sparking a wider debate in the global business world about the role of Human Resources departments.
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 for organizations trying to achieve
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.
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.
In recent years, workforce mobility has risen sharply both in Turkey and around the world. Amid economic volatility and restructuring decisions that have led to higher turnover and layoffs, organizations are turning to new solutions to mitigate talent loss.
According to ManpowerGroup’s Global Employment Outlook Report for Q4 2025, employers worldwide are moving forward with cautious optimism. The survey, which included more than 40,000 employers across 42 countries, revealed a Net Employment Outlook (NEO) of 23%, calculated by subtracting the percentage of employers planning layoffs from those planning to hire.
In today’s business world, an increasing focus on technology is quietly weakening the human connection at work. According to Korn Ferry’s September study, The Risks of De-Prioritizing Emotional Intelligence, only 38% of leaders see emotional intelligence as a priority, and only 20% value team engagement.
- Jilda Bal
In the workplace, breaks have long been associated with coffee or smoke breaks. But a new concept is emerging, which is “recovery breaks.” The leading workplace wellness trends of 2025 reveal a shift away from old habits toward a different mindset.
- Jilda Bal
The 2025 Deloitte Global Gen Z ve Millenials survey reveals that only 6% of Gen Z aspire to become senior executives. Today’s young professionals are moving away from the traditional “career ladder” model and embracing a “career cycle” approach instead.