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A day in the life of Jeff Bezos, the second richest person in the world
Amazon cofounder Jeff Bezos is the second richest person in the world. Here's a look at his daily routine, which starts with journaling and 'puttering around.'
Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, and other tech titans' unconventional management practices
From banning PowerPoints to having 50 direct reports as CEO, here are some of the most unusual management habits of tech's biggest names.
8 tips from Jeff Bezos on how to run a company and manage your team
From Jeff Bezos' famous "two-pizza rule" for meetings to his decision-making habits, here's some of the Amazon founder's best business advice.
Jeff Bezos says work-life balance is a 'debilitating phrase,' and that work and life are actually a circle
Amazon's founder, Jeff Bezos, says "work-life balance" is a "debilitating phrase" as it implies there's a trade-off. Instead, he sees it as a circle.
From the battery boss who naps at noon to the fitness entrepreneur who rises at 3:30 a.m., these are the most unusual CEO habits
These are some of the bizarre daily habits of top CEOs such as Elon Musk, Tim Cook, and Jack Dorsey.
The 16 books Elon Musk says shaped his worldview and helped him find success
Elon Musk's personal library is made up of fantasy novels, books on rocket fuel and AI, and biographies of geniuses like Benjamin Franklin.
'Big Four' salaries: How much accountants and consultants make at Deloitte, PwC, KPMG, and EY
Despite layoffs and hiring freezes, Deloitte, PwC, KPMG, and EY pay their employees sizable salaries and annual bonuses.
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35 of the biggest failed products from the world's biggest companies
From Nintendo's Virtual Boy to Amazon's Fire phone, even the biggest companies can have major flops. Here are some of the notable disappointments.
30 books that Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Bill Gates recommend you read
From sci-fi novels to biographies, here are 30 books that Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Bill Gates have read and recommended.
Job postings can reveal signs of trouble ahead with a potential employer or role. Here are the red flags to look out for.
From vague language about compensation to laundry lists of requirements and qualifications, here are the red flags you should look for in job ads.
20 lottery winners who lost it all — as a $935 million Powerball jackpot is still up for grabs
A $935 million Powerball jackpot went 3 months without a winner. But for some past lottery winners, life became worse after snagging the win.
As CEO, I use weekly and monthly rituals to reinforce our company values
Razorfish CEO Josh Campo described how he sought to recreate the in-person work culture when the ad agency mandated a return to the office.
These executives say psychedelics like LSD and MDMA made them better managers — and transformed how they think about fulfilling work
Business executives are finally opening up about the psychedelics and revelations that have helped them improve their leadership and workplace.
Meet Shou Zi Chew, TikTok's 41-year-old CEO who's back in the spotlight
Shou Zi Chew led Apple competitor Xiaomi through a blockbuster IPO. Now, he's leading TikTok as it navigates the threat of a US ban.
Vintage photos show how the role of women in the workforce has evolved in the last 100 years
In the 1920s, women entered the workforce in astonishing numbers as a result of the industrial revolution.
I'm a former tech manager who has put employees on PIPs. Almost no one survives them — someone in the company wants you gone.
A former tech manager shares what it's like to put workers on PIPs and says being put on one means you should start looking for a job.
Warehouse logistics systems find efficiency and productivity benefits in lightweight augmented-reality headsets
Logistics companies are using lightweight AR headsets to boost productivity. The tech is safe for warehouse use and has efficiency benefits.
'Something has gone very wrong': the truth about DEI
As chief diversity officer at Walgreens, I learned a hard truth: DEI programs aren't working.
4 business-travel policies that can help employees avoid burnout and stay mentally well during a work trip
Business leaders recommend travel policies to avoid burnout, like post-trip PTO and upgraded accommodations to improve mental wellness.
The way companies handle layoffs is brutal — and bad for business
Frog-marching employees out the door and disappearing them on Slack is not only degrading to employees — it's also counterproductive for employers.
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Who is MrBeast? Meet the 25-year-old YouTube star who's famous for giving away millions of dollars to strangers and says he's not rich.
Who is MrBeast? His ambitious challenges helped grow his YouTube channel to 240 million subscribers. Here's a closer look at his path to fame.
Mark Zuckerberg shares one of his most controversial leadership principles
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg said a founder should "make as many decisions and get involved in as many things as you can" while realizing your limits.
5 hotel perks that make work trips both fun and productive for business travelers
Business-travel experts say companies should offer employees stays at hotels with WiFi, food service, a spa, a fitness center, and nearby attractions.
Lady Gaga's boyfriend is a tech CEO who went to Harvard with Mark Zuckerberg
Lady Gaga rooted for the 49ers at the Super Bowl alongside boyfriend Michael Polansky, a tech CEO who now works for Napster billionaire Sean Parker.
What I got wrong about loyalty at work
I wrote that boomers and Gen X are loyal to their employers. They were quick to correct me.
How to manage your boss
Your job and career success are too important to leave to your boss. Also, your boss probably isn't a great manager. So you have to manage your boss.
I'm a former Amazon VP who once laid off a third of a startup I had helped build. Here's what I learned about handling layoffs.
After laying off a third of a startup he helped build, Ethan Evans was laid off the next day. He learned there are several parts to conducting layoffs well.
How to fix our broken offices: Bring back the cubicle!
Cubicles were the hallmark of a dull, soul-sucking job. Now they seem like paradise lost.
Why don't many executives take pay cuts to avoid layoffs? An ex-Microsoft HR VP explains.
Amid layoffs, employees often ask why executives don't take pay cuts instead. An ex-Microsoft HR VP says it wouldn't make a big difference.
A successful corporate retreat should inspire team-building and creativity among colleagues — here's how to plan one
Experts explain how to plan a successful company retreat that inspires team-building and creativity while boosting morale and connecting coworkers.
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Why rewatching Harry Potter and Star Wars is actually good for you
Rather than keeping us stuck in the past, nostalgia inspires optimism, creativity, and innovation for the future.
A breakdown of how much TikTok pays employees in the US for hundreds of roles, from data scientists to software engineers, according to salary data
New salary data reveals how much TikTok and its parent company ByteDance pay employees on work visas in the US and gives insight into pay levels.
How loyalty died in the American workplace
Why work feels so broken right now — and how it can be repaired
Nearly 40% of workers like their jobs enough to turn down a promotion, a new report says
Staffing agency Randstad's study found 39% of people don't want promotions since they're happy in their jobs.
The Equity Talk: Why Darryl Page came out of retirement to be Chubb's chief culture officer
Darryl Page is chief culture officer at insurance giant Chubb, and focuses on diversity. Data shows DEI leads to better company performance, he said.
Why data is the new aluminum
Understanding how to identify unstructured data can help you improve business outcomes.
18 execs look ahead and share what they're looking forward to — and their biggest worry
Leaders and executives from 18 companies shared vision, strategy, and challenges for Business Insider's series "Looking Ahead 2024."
American Express's Monique Herena on 2024: Don't let your ego get in the way of embracing change
Amex's Monique Herena's job is focused on people, and she knows that involves embracing change, providing a supportive culture, and staying flexible.
7 business leaders reveal how their companies are embracing AI in 2024
ChatGPT kicked off a flurry of excitement around gen AI, as well as questions. While the possibilities are endless, execs are proceeding with caution.
Ancestry's Deb Liu on 2024: 'Ruthless prioritization' is key to success
Deb Liu is prioritizing DEI in 2024 and wants to move more quickly to launch services for Ancestry.
Sony's Neal Manowitz: As AI advances, the creative community increasingly worries about authenticity
As Sony Electronics implements AI, Neal Manowitz knows content creators fear that artificial intelligence will replace their authentic work.
PepsiCo's Parth Raval on 2024: We have to get better and more sophisticated at planning
A top exec says that changes in supply and demand are part of the new normal and that companies have to get more deliberate with planning.
Slack's Christina Janzer is counting on AI to help workers use their time more effectively in 2024
Slack's Christina Janzer believes employees should use AI to help them spend less time in meetings and more time focusing and taking breaks at work.
Chubb's Ana Robic on 2024: I want to educate customers about the insurance they don't realize they need
Chubb's Ana Robic wants to move faster in 2024 in areas including internal DEI efforts and awareness about flood insurance.
Nestlé's Steve Presley: 2024 is about getting back to innovation
Steve Presley, CEO of Nestlé's Zone North America, is looking forward to returning to innovation in 2024, as long as the economy stays healthy for consumers.
Panera founder says one of his biggest regrets is not firing people faster — and he's even received thank-you's afterward
Panera's founder says he was "too wrapped up in being a caring leader" and didn't fire people fast enough.
Avocados from Mexico CEO wants to get Gen Z to gobble up the fruit in 2024
The CEO of an avocado-marketing nonprofit wants to lean into a new mission statement around living deliciously and hopes the economy will cooperate.
I'm the former Microsoft VP of HR. Here's what executive leadership really thinks about at the end of the year — and why layoffs are so common in Q1
Layoffs are common in Q1, an ex-VP of HR at Microsoft says, because executives have had time to review performance and imagine a new future.
Intuit's Humera Shahid on 2024: I want to make work a safe place for employees going through challenging times
Intuit's Humera Shahid helps managers support their employees' well-being with empathy, curiosity, and compassion.