Marcus Ellery
Workplace Analyst
Marcus Ellery is a Workplace Analyst at Career and Company, focusing on the intersection of organizational dynamics, employee well-being, and the future of work. Prior to joining Career and Company, Marcus spent several years as a consultant, advising companies on strategies to improve employee engagement and retention. He holds a Master's degree in Organizational Psychology and is a frequent speaker at industry conferences. Marcus's research has been featured in publications such as the 'Journal of Applied Psychology' and 'Harvard Business Review,' establishing him as a thought leader in the field.
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AI Fuels US Talent Surge, New Programs Bridge Skill Gap
On April 1, 2026, AECOM and Southern Methodist University launched a doctoral fellowship program focused on applying artificial intelligence (AI) to complex infrastructure challenges.
Apr 20, 2026 · 5 min read
Office visibility now directly impacts career advancement and pay
Remote workers were promoted 31% less frequently than their in-office counterparts over the past year.
Apr 20, 2026 · 3 min read
Deutsche Bank's GCC: 100 AI Ideas in 100 Days, Outpacing Expectations
Within its first 100 days, Deutsche Bank's 'AI Forward' incubator in India received 100 ideas, rapidly developing a minimum viable product in under three months, according to EnterpriseAI.
Apr 20, 2026 · 3 min read
Employee disengagement fuels disconnection, hurting productivity
More than half of employees, about 53%, are either passively or actively disengaged, contributing to an estimated $8-9 trillion loss in global productivity annually, according to ET HRSEA .
Apr 19, 2026 · 3 min read
Manager Engagement Falls to 30% in India Amid Quiet Shift
In India, manager engagement plummeted from 39% to a mere 30% in just one year, signaling a quiet crisis brewing beneath the surface of the global workforce.
Apr 19, 2026 · 5 min read
What Is the Pygmalion Effect in Leadership and Employee Performance?
Teacher expectations of a pre-schooler's ability robustly predicted that child's high school GPA, according to American Progress .
Apr 19, 2026 · 4 min read
How to Build Sustainable Empathy in Hybrid Workplaces
A recent study found that companies with high empathy scores experienced 50% lower employee turnover rates in hybrid settings compared to their less empathetic counterparts (Empathy Institute, 2023).
Apr 19, 2026 · 4 min read
PwC trains junior accountants for management roles using AI
At PwC, new hires will become reviewers and supervisors of AI's work almost instantaneously, a radical shift from traditional career paths in accounting.
Apr 18, 2026 · 5 min read
Personalized Benefits Crucial for Talent Retention in 2026
Only 26% of employers plan to offer cost-of-living adjustments for 2026.
Apr 18, 2026 · 3 min read
Effective HR Productivity Strategies for Tight Budgets
Despite 80% of HR leaders reporting budget cuts or freezes in the last year, companies with strong employee recognition programs are seeing 31% lower voluntary turnover, according to Gallup .
Apr 18, 2026 · 5 min read
Alight Launches Planner to Simplify Leave, Boosting 2026 HR Trends
Nearly two-thirds of employers in 2026 struggle with the complex challenge of managing multiple benefit carriers, a significant administrative burden leading to inefficiencies and employee confusion,
Apr 18, 2026 · 3 min read
Top 8 Characteristics of Most Loved Workplaces in 2026
In 2026 alone, 1,661 organizations were recognized as top workplaces based on employee feedback, demonstrating a significant shift towards public validation of employer quality.
Apr 18, 2026 · 8 min read
AI fueling record startup funding despite untapped potential
OpenAI, a company barely a decade old, announced an $852 billion valuation after its latest $122 billion funding round in Q1 2026, a quarter that saw global startup investing shatter all previous reco
Apr 17, 2026 · 4 min read
2026 Rubber News Best Places to Work Contest Registration Now Open
While some 'Best Places to Work' awards require no financial investment, others demand significant employee survey participation, creating a complex landscape for companies seeking recognition.
Apr 17, 2026 · 3 min read
Hybrid Work Models Dominate Employee Preferences, Outpacing Office Demands
Only 5% of the workforce actively desires to be in the office full-time, according to BenefitsPRO .
Apr 17, 2026 · 4 min read
7 Strategies to Attract and Retain Cybersecurity Professionals in 2026
Just 34% of cybersecurity professionals plan to stay in their current role in the coming year, a stark indicator of a widespread retention crisis despite a critical national talent shortage, according
Apr 16, 2026 · 5 min read
Employee Recognition Platforms Face Hurdles to Boosting Engagement
Only 31% of employees rate their organization's recognition programs as effective, with many relying on outdated models, according to Vantage Circle.
Apr 16, 2026 · 4 min read
First Internet Bank Prepares for USA TODAY Top Workplace Award
The 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplace criteria now mandate a 15% year-over-year increase in employee satisfaction for eligibility, a benchmark First Internet Bank has already begun tracking with a new $2 m
Apr 16, 2026 · 3 min read
Emerging HR Techs for Employee Recognition & Retention
In just a few months, one company using Donut Shoutouts logged over 3,000 employee recognitions, demonstrating a new era of effortless, high-volume appreciation.
Apr 16, 2026 · 5 min read
1,661 Organizations Earn 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplaces Honors
For the sixth consecutive year, AMERICAN SYSTEMS has been named a USA TODAY Top Workplace, ranking number seven in its size category.
Apr 15, 2026 · 2 min read