January 12, 2026
Illustration announcing 'The Rise of Liberal Arts' with a thoughtful child, hinting at the value and insights that George Anders brings to the conversation.

The Rise of Liberal Arts

Leaders often are the outside face of the company, dealing with regulators, key suppliers, unions, the general public, etc. Being able to understand multiple perspectives -- even if they are being expressed in jarring ways -- can have a huge impact on a company's reputation and its ability to sort out turmoil without making lasting enemies. Ditto for the ability to communicate in a way that's mindful of audiences' emotional state as well as logical considerations.
January 4, 2026
Ever wonder why hiring feels like a performance? This cartoon on "Why Hiring Is So Hard" perfectly captures the masks both candidates and employers wear!

Why 46% of New Hires Fail: Fix Your Hiring Process

The hiring process is broken because both sides perform false identities instead of revealing reality. 46% of new hires fail within 18 months, costing companies millions, yet interviewers face zero accountability. Employers create fantasy job descriptions and skip onboarding while candidates make life-altering decisions based on curated conversations with strangers. […]
December 21, 2025
Ever thought about what could happen if you didn't try? The leadership team is frozen by by Artificial Intelligence shows what could be 'The Biggest Talent Management Risks You Never Take'.

The Biggest Risks You Never Take

In talent management, the fear of making wrong AI decisions often paralyzes leaders into inaction. But the real risk isn’t bold action—it’s standing still. While you’re perfecting your AI strategy, your best people are leaving, your competitors are learning, and your organization is falling behind. The biggest talent risks aren’t […]
December 19, 2025
A hand-drawn cartoon by Abhijit Bhaduri showing cavemen running from a herd of wildebeests, illustrating how evolutionary biology and Artificial Intelligence influence modern talent management and risk assessment.

Talent Management in the Age of AI Needs Evolutionary Biology

Your brain is biologically wired to relax exactly when things are going perfectly, making you a target for "silent" disasters. While Artificial Intelligence hides ripples and smooths out failures, our evolutionary biology tells us to stop watching for the wildebeests that haven't moved in years. True resilience in modern talent management requires us to stay "biologically uncomfortable" and question our success even when every dashboard is green. Don't let a long period of calm convince you that the threat is gone—it has simply become invisible.
November 21, 2025
Cartoon of a chef and customer having a funny misunderstanding about nuts allergy. Reflects humor and communication challenges in India’s AI Revolution.

India’s AI Revolution and Ideas for Organizations

India is on the brink of an AI revolution, transforming how organizations operate across various sectors. From bridging language barriers to enhancing agricultural practices, AI is proving to be a game-changer. Imagine a world where farmers receive real-time advice in their native languages, or healthcare professionals leverage AI for accurate diagnostics.
November 12, 2025
Four people sit solo in a cafe, lost in thought. They're part of 100 million feeling lonely in a busy world. Moments captured in black and white.

100 Million and Lonely

Japan is already there: adult diaper sales exceed baby diapers, and families used to be factories of belonging are now a rarity. With 100 million more single people globally than in 2017, this isn’t just a dating crisis—it’s a structural shift reshaping our economy. From the housing market to corporate benefits, the rise of singlehood is creating new demands and opportunities.
November 5, 2025

Redefine High Potential For The AI Era

AI Changes How We Must Judge Talent AI automates repeatable tasks, accelerates problem solving for people who ask sharp questions, and shifts value from solo output to systems others can reuse. That means last year’s rating tells you how well someone fit yesterday’s workflow. Potential now shows up as learning […]