Reported by Asia Alexander A ll eyes are on Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia this week as Forbes hosts the third annual ForbesBLK Summit—a powerful gathering of Black changemakers, innovators and leaders shaping the future of business and culture. “As we dive in today, just remember the Summit isn’t just about exchanging ideas. It’s about…
The Rise Of Reverse Automation: What It Means For The Future Of Work getty When people think about automation, the focus is almost always on what it takes away. They see it as machines taking over tasks, making jobs disappear. But there’s another side to the story that’s just starting to get attention. It’s what…
CLEVELAND, OHIO – OCTOBER 02: Spencer Torkelson #20 of the Detroit Tigers celebrates with teammates after defeating the Cleveland Guardians 6-3 in game three of the American League Wild Card Series at Progressive Field on October 02, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Getty Images) Getty Images With the MLB playoffs underway, few division…
How To Build Curiosity At Work That Has Been Compressed Or Inhibited getty Many people assume curiosity fades as we get older. Todd Kashdan, a leading curiosity researcher, recently voiced his frustration on LinkedIn about this. He pointed out that multiple large-scale studies show curiosity does not vanish between childhood and adulthood. He said adults…
Shot of a young businessman experiencing stress during a late night at work getty Empathy is essential for leadership—but constant caregiving can extract a heavy toll on leaders. We even see such leaders within our own teams who struggle to watch them burn themselves out. So how can they best be supported? And how can…
Creating Time At Work For Employees To Feel Safe Asking Questions getty I have been guilty of it. It’s near the end of a session, and I secretly hope someone doesn’t ask one more question because I am tired and ready to move on. The problem is, when we send the message that there is…
Young determined businessman with wrench fixing mechanism getty In today’s fast-paced world, leaders are constantly searching for ways to accelerate progress and growth. We implement new systems, adopt cutting-edge technologies, and design processes that promise to streamline operations and deliver results. Yet, despite our best intentions, these very systems often become the barriers that hold…
How Layoffs Affect Those Who Stay: The Impact In The Modern Workplace getty In 2011 I wrote an article for Investopedia about the challenges people who were not laid off faced in the aftermath of layoffs. At the time, the focus was on heavier workloads, frozen raises, and the anxiety that came from seeing colleagues…
Why Employees Prefer AI Over Their Managers: The Impact On Leadership getty I once had a boss who believed he communicated clearly. Each week on Zoom, he laid out what he wanted us to work on. I listened closely, yet I often felt unsure about what he actually meant. When I asked for clarity, he…
How To Tell If Your Workplace Embraces A Culture Of Curiosity getty Curiosity is one of the strongest predictors of innovation, engagement, and resilience, yet most companies never stop to measure it. Many leaders assume employees will naturally speak up with questions or share bold ideas, but the reality often looks very different. According to…