In the face of economic crises, climate anxieties, and global wars, people are seeking solace through connection. They want to be sure someone will hold their hand in the face of hardship. As a result, they have higher expectations of care and understanding from interactions with brands, social systems, and p...

The self-made mythos is as powerful as ever, despite societal upheaval testing its limits. Even mundane pastimes have been monetised as people cash in on massive audiences and leave no niche unexplored. Selling out is no longer a source of embarrassment, it’s just what makes the world go round.

Fears of a recession have prompted tech companies to freeze hiring or lay off significant parts of their workforce, hinting at the end of the 'great resignation'. While companies are looking to weather economic turbulence, workers are focusing on stability and upskilling at their current jobs.

In the wake of the ‘great resignation’, many employers are exploring the use of various incentives to retain employees. Among them is Tyson Foods, which is setting up a fund to pay for workers’ college education, enabling them to develop their skills while earning a steady wage.

As Gen Zers enter the workforce and burnt-out Gen Yers recalibrate their priorities, a new culture is emerging around work – one that values rest, appreciates idleness, and would rather be happy than industrious. Could this shift in approach mark a new era of anti-ambition?

With more people working from home than ever before, teams are feeling distant and disjointed, which can make employees feel unnoticed and undervalued. Beyond Thank You wants to help companies show their remote workers that they’re just as important at home as they were in the office.