Search engines that simply answer your question. Sites driven by algorithms that don’t want people to leave. Building an audience ain’t what it used to be. Mike Pastore on February 26, 2025 A good website, quality content and some solid search engine optimization (SEO) practices — that was one the most reliable recipes for … Continue reading Why it’s harder to build an audience than ever before
February 25, 2025 Consumers are connected more than ever before Balance is nonexistent as devices become a greater part of our lives. BY Sowmyanarayan Sampath As an amateur historian, I can say with certainty that technology has never embedded itself into society as rapidly as it has in the last decade. Today’s consumer relationship with technology … Continue reading Consumers are connected more than ever before
February 25, 2025 Unilever ousts CEO Hein Schumacher after less than two years Schumacher defended his approach and record as CEO and said he regretted leaving Unilever earlier than anticipated. BY Reuters Unilever surprised investors on Tuesday by ousting chief executive Hein Schumacher and replacing him with finance chief Fernando Fernandez, who will focus on speeding … Continue reading Unilever ousts CEO Hein Schumacher after less than two years
Strategic pivot or performative allyship? Unpack the implications of scaling back DEI initiatives on corporate values and public trust. Jay Mandel on February 14, 2025 Target’s decision to scale back its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives — including its flagship “Belonging at the Bullseye” program — feels like the ultimate irony. A company … Continue reading Target’s DEI retreat: Inclusivity was never more than a marketing stunt
Uncover the subtle ways AI tools guide decisions and the importance of transparency in a world where our intentions are commodified. Jay Mandel on January 21, 2025 \ I use AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini and Copilot to explore career plans, obligations, ambitions and even moments of self-doubt. It’s not just about finding … Continue reading Are AI tools shaping your intentions more than you realize?
January 07, 2025 The job search is taking longer than it used to Some 7 million Americans are currently unemployed—and of those workers, 1.6 million have been looking for a new job for at least six months. BY Pavithra Mohan The past year has seen strong job growth in the U.S., with employers adding more … Continue reading The job search is taking longer than it used to
Meta AI has more than 500 million users Threads has surged to reach “almost 275 million” people, Mark Zuckerberg said. karissa bell Thu, Oct 31, 2024 SOPA Images via Getty Images Last month at Meta Connect, Mark Zuckerberg said that Meta AI was “on track” to become the most-used generative AI assistant … Continue reading Meta AI has more than 500 million users
October 22, 2024 Some workers are still being paid far less than minimum wage Too many disabled workers are still being exploited by outdated labor laws. But businesses have the power to change that. BY Syanne Centeno-Bloom This article is part of a series for National Disability Employment Awareness Month produced in collaboration with Making Space … Continue reading Some workers are still being paid far less than minimum wage
October 11, 2024 7-Eleven will close more than 400 stores as the list of struggling retailers grows The move comes as the convenience store’s parent company tries to stave off a takeover bid from the owner of competing chain Circle K. BY Jennifer Mattson 7-Eleven is closing 444 of its “underperforming” convenience-store locations across North America, … Continue reading 7-Eleven will close more than 400 stores as the list of struggling retailers grows
September 23, 2024 Think you can make a better Doritos ad than Doritos? Prove it, and you’ll win $1 million Doritos killed its ‘Crash the Super Bowl’ ad contest before creator culture took hold. Now, the company is bringing it back and wants to see what the internet comes up with. BY Jeff Beer Back in … Continue reading Think you can make a better Doritos ad than Doritos? Prove it, and you’ll win $1 million
