Inflation is pushing 64% of small- and midsize-business owners to raise prices in 2026, and 39% intend to curb spending, according to a Bank of America report. The report also shows that 75% of businesses with yearly revenue over $100,000 and up to $50 million are experiencing supply chain issues. Despite this, 74% expect revenue growth, and 60% plan to expand.

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If you're not creating a culture of appreciation for your teams, you could face higher turnover and lower productivity, writes leadership expert Gregg Vanourek, who offers a checklist to assess how we'll you're doing and what you can improve. "Leaders who prioritize recognition foster teams that feel valued, energized and committed. The payoff of effective employee recognition far exceeds the investment," Vanourek writes.

Google introduced new AI-powered image tools to its Demand Gen advertising platform, including features like animated images that generate dynamic versions of existing assets and adaptable designs that add branded text overlays. These enhancements allow advertisers to quickly create diverse and optimized image assets, adjust aspect ratios with ease and expand campaigns across various placements without additional manual effort.

Attorneys at a recent American Bar Association event urged employers to maintain diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives despite the Trump administration's intent to target "unlawful DEI." "Unlawful DEI was unlawful in 2024, and it is still unlawful in 2025. It was never lawful to hire somebody on the basis of race under Title VII," says Tobias Spruill, director and head of North American employment law and employee benefits at LinkedIn.

To succeed in the competitive talent market, organizations should focus on culture, clarity and compensation, writes William Thygeson, HR chief of Ascot Group. Thygeson emphasizes the importance of demonstrating an authentic, engaging and supportive culture during the interview process, providing clear role expectations and offering comprehensive compensation packages, as well as building trust with candidates and investing in employee development.