Mark Murphy

Mark Murphy

Senior Contributor|Careers

Mark Murphy is a New York Times bestselling author and his books include Hiring For Attitude, Hundred Percenters, and Managing Narcissists, Blamers, Dramatics & More.  He’s been writing about leadership, hiring and employee engagement for Forbes since 2014. Murphy is the founder

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May 29, 2026

Why Nearly 1 In 4 CEOs Say Half Their Workforce Needs AI Reskilling

Employees are already using AI every day. The real problem isn't whether your people use AI, it's whether they use it well, and most leaders can't see the difference.

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May 27, 2026

If Your CEO Says Any Of These 10 Things, Start Watching For Layoffs

Middle management layoffs are all the rage these days, so start watching for these phrases to get ahead of the curve.

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May 19, 2026

5 Signs A Leader On Your Team Needs Executive Coaching

Here's how you can spot the signs a leader needs executive coaching, not another training course, to change the behaviors hurting their team.

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May 17, 2026

Want That Executive Promotion? This Is The Missing Skill You’ll Need

A new study of leaders revealed a glaring deficiency. And it's hiding in the exact skill that decides whether you'll reach the executive ranks.

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Apr 27, 2026

Why AI Writing Is Quietly Eroding Your Professional Credibility

AI writing can quietly erode professional credibility. Learn the hidden risks and how leaders can maintain an authentic voice at work.

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Apr 24, 2026

How CEOs Should Lead Through Threats They Can’t Control

CEOs can’t stop tariffs, AI shocks, or fiscal crises. But they can stop outside threats from turning into internal paralysis, drift, and overreaction.

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Apr 15, 2026

AI Is Eliminating Managers, But This Is The Type Of Leader Who Survives

AI is getting better at managing tasks. But it can't coach your people. Here's why the coaching leadership style is the one thing AI can't automate.

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Apr 8, 2026

Why Coaching Is So Hard For Skilled Managers

The skill that made your managers great individual contributors is what's preventing their teams from growing. New research explains why and what to do about it.

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Mar 25, 2026

This Is The Perfect Candidate For Executive Coaching

The leader everyone counts on to save the day is often the same leader quietly capping the organization's growth. Here's the profile and why coaching fixes it.

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Mar 10, 2026

Why Slow Executive Decisions Can Cost More Than Wrong Ones

Executives who wait for 90% certainty think they're being careful. But research shows they're being expensive, and boards are paying attention to the difference.