Through BLACK ENTERPRISE editors January 30, 2026 As workplace models and trends continue to evolve, CANOPY shares seven strategies to attract, retain and support talent in 2026 Loneliness and burnout: deeply intertwined in the workplace– hit American workers (and companies) hard. In 2025, global healthcare company Cigna discovered that more than half of all employees […]
The opinions of contributing entrepreneurs are their own. </p><div> Key Takeaways True success in leadership requires aligning performance with a sense of purpose, rather than merely accumulating performance. Burnout among high-performing leaders can be mitigated by embracing rest and renewal as essential to resilience, rather than signs of weakness. Sustainable leadership involves strategic self-management, focused […]
The opinions of contributing entrepreneurs are their own. </p><div> Key Takeaways Your mental health is not an afterthought; it directly determines every decision you make. Burnout is not proof of courage; it is a warning sign that your judgment is threatened. Consistent, grounded leadership creates psychological safety and better decisions throughout your company. The hardest […]
DEAR HARRIETTE: A new friend I met at an exercise class suggested we have lunch together and said it would be her treat. I thought that was really nice, and I enjoyed getting to know her better outside of class. When the bill came it was left on the table for a while; neither of […]
How to solve the invisible work problem without more invisible work Getty Invisible work includes all the things employees do, such as answering email, attending meetings, and solving problems that don’t necessarily appear in job descriptions or are measured in any way. These things take so much time and get so little reward because they […]
The opinions of contributing entrepreneurs are their own. Key Takeaways Loosen your grip: Empower your team to lead creative problem solving. Seek out diverse perspectives to challenge thinking and drive new innovation. Invest in coaching to regain clarity, confidence and creative momentum. I’m sure we all face productivity disruptions, stifled innovation, burnout and demotivation. When […]