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For the past 14 years, we have published our annual forecast of the most prominent trends shaping the future of work. Millions of readers have benefited from learning about the trends that are disrupting and reshaping their professions.

The 10 trends are selected based on secondary sources, conversations with our wide network of executives, and our own extensive primary research. This year alone, we surveyed nearly 30,000 employees, HR leaders, C-suite leaders, managers, IT leaders, and legal leaders on topics ranging from AI, skills, and healthcare.

The workplace of 2026 is poised for significant transformation, driven by technological advancements, changing demographics, and evolving global economic, environmental, and cultural forces. These trends reflect a broader shift towards a more flexible, automated, and intelligent workplace.

Some of the featured trends include:

• AI widens the skills gap and reshapes learning
• Hiring freezes and workforce consolidation intensify
• Rising healthcare costs strain employers and workers