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Inc.com
Sep 23, 2026

Gen Z Confidence at Work Dropped 20 Points in a Year. Everyone Is Reading the Data Wrong
A generation of workers want to lead, but have stopped believing they're on track to get there.



Inc.com
Sep 23, 2026

Investors Are Wrong About Rate Hikes and Expensive Stocks, According to History
The S&P 500 has actually performed better after rate hikes compared to rate cuts.



Inc.com
Sep 23, 2026

Feeling Stressed? Neuroscience Says What You (Don't) Do for the Next 2 Minutes Will Make You Feel Calmer and More Relaxed
Research shows a two-minute silence break significantly reduces your heart rate and blood pressure.



Inc.com
Sep 23, 2026

Creatine Isn't Just for Building Muscle. A Study Finds It May Improve Memory in People With Alzheimer's
In a small first-of-its-kind human study, high-dose creatine supplements increased brain creatine levels by 11 percent. Researchers say the findings present a greater opportunity.



Inc.com
Sep 23, 2026

Google's Strategy With Its New Laptop Follows a Playbook Apple Wrote 12 Years Ago
The Googlebook is designed to work best with an Android phone. Where does that leave iPhone users?



Inc.com
Sep 23, 2026

Meta Keeps Apologizing For Muse. Its Explanations Miss the Point Entirely
The company's new AI Agent for the masses is causing the company to explain why it doesn't always behave as expected.



Inc.com
Sep 23, 2026

Most Stores Chase New Customers. Kiko Milano's Latest One Is Designed to Keep Existing Ones
After a failed U.S. expansion and a near-$1 billion global comeback, KIKO Milano is betting that loyalty, not foot traffic, drives retail growth.



Inc.com
Sep 23, 2026

ChatGPT Ads Convert 1.5 Times Better, but They Aren't for Every Brand
The platform's scale creates opportunity, but trust, audience, and buying context determine which advertisers should test it.



Inc.com
Sep 23, 2026

Sydney Sweeney's Latest Ad Controversy Reveals a Truth Marketers Can't Afford to Ignore
Your messages aren't received in a vacuum. When they conflict with your customers' worldview, it can signal your brand isn't for them.



Inc.com
Sep 23, 2026

Companies Are Solving Today's Hiring Problem by Creating a Much Bigger 1
Data from 75 million postings shows tech jobs require fewer skills but more experience, creating a costly challenge for employers automating junior work.



Inc.com
Sep 23, 2026

A Researcher Who Studies Teens and Tech Explains Why Social Media Bans Backfire (And What We Should Do Instead)
Why is Australia's social media ban a flop, and what should we try instead? An expert who's been studying teens and tech for 30 years has ideas. 



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Hilton's Early-Career Program Has a Lower Acceptance Rate Than the Ivy League
The hotel giant said it received thousands of applications for the training program and accepted only a handful of applicants. Some say it's an indication of an increasingly challenging job market.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

These 6 Grant Programs Offer Chicago Small Businesses Up to $5.2 Million
Entrepreneurs in the Windy City are eligible for a number of grant programs. Here are six to know about.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

The No. 1 U.S. City for Women in 2026 Is a Baltimore Suburb. High Earnings and Low Unemployment Set It Apart
The city reclaimed its title for the third year in a row. Multiple factors, including financial opportunities, health care, and median salary, determined the ranking.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

DoorDash Will Pay $131.5 Million in a Settlement. The Median Driver Payment Will Be Less Than $100
The food-delivery company just reached a settlement with New York City's Department of Consumer and Worker Protection. Now it must pay the price.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

‘Friends' Wasn't Just a Hit Sitcom. Its 6 Stars Built a Powerful Business Alliance Entrepreneurs Can Learn From
The decision by six young actors to stick together became a lesson in collective leverage.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Wendy's Has Closed 245 Restaurants This Year. The Reason Should Worry Every Franchise Owner
Its largest operator just filed for bankruptcy, four years after winning the brand's growth award. The lesson isn't about burgers.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Steve Jobs Had One Leadership Blind Spot. His Longtime Advisor Says This Is What Leaders Get Wrong.
What Kamini Ramani thinks the former Apple CEO got wrong, and what she learned from him.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

The Next Great Innovator May Be Dangerously Unqualified. That's the Advantage
AI is giving dangerous capabilities to people who haven't earned the right to use them. Good. 



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Researchers Just Discovered New Malware That Lets a Panel of LLMs Decide How to Attack
Malware is bad. Malware that uses AI to steal login credentials and crypto wallets is even worse.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Doctors Told GitLab's Co-Founder He Was Out of Options. So He Switched to ‘Founder Mode'
When his cancer returned, Sid Sijbrandij challenged the assumption that existing systems would surface every option and took matters into his own hands.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

GLP-1 Drugs Put $149 Billion in Food Spending at Risk. So Far, the Biggest Loser Isn't Candy
Approximately one in eight U.S. adults is currently taking a GLP-1 drug. Usage is reshaping one of the country's biggest industries.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

A Company Tried a 4-Day Workweek. Employees Secretly Worked Fridays
A shorter schedule cannot reduce burnout if leaders leave the same workload, expectations, and operating system intact.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Amy's Kitchen Built Its Food Empire in Santa Rosa. Now It's Closing Its First Factory
The organic food company is consolidating production in Oregon and Idaho. An MIT restructuring expert explains what separates a well-managed closure from one that damages the remaining workforce.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

ChatGPT and Claude Just Ditched Their Most Annoying, Time-Wasting Habit
New models from OpenAI and Anthropic aim to have the chatbots skip the throat-clearing and get straight to the point.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Mark Zuckerberg's Net Worth Just Soared by $25 Billion. He Can Thank These Controversial Tech Breakthroughs
Zuckerberg's wealth climbed sharply as his company gears up for Meta Connect this week.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Mastercard Found the Tech Trap Crushing Small Businesses—and How to Solve It
A major new study shows Main Street is drowning in disconnected AI. Unification is the key to an unbeatable customer experience edge.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Adam Grant Says Career Success Now Depends Less on Expertise and More on Agility
A new survey finds most employees' roles have changed since they were hired. Adam Grant says agility and human judgment now matter more than expertise.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Chronic Stress May Be Quietly Changing Your Heart. A Study of 480,000 Adults Reveals the Hidden Damage
New research links chronic inflammation with psychological distress, changes in heart structure, and a higher risk of heart attack and stroke.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Stan Kroenke Has Won Almost Everywhere. His $4 Billion Angels Bet Highlights a Leadership Paradox
The sports mogul is expanding into a new arena, and it will test what he doesn't know.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Xbox Is Eliminating 268 More Jobs. The Changes Will Affect Some of Its Biggest Franchises
The most recent round of cuts brings Xbox closer to its goals to eliminate 3,200 roles by summer 2027.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Xbox Is Eliminating 268 More Jobs. The Cuts Will Affect 3 of Its Biggest Franchises
The most recent round of cuts brings Xbox closer to its goals to eliminate 3,200 roles by summer 2027.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Companies Are Losing Top Talent to Robot Interviews. The Human Brain Helps Explain Why
We weren't designed to interview with a machine.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Think Calcium and Vitamin D Protect Bone Health? A Review of Nearly 70 Trials Suggests Otherwise
Older adults often turn to calcium and vitamin D supplements to support their bone health and reduce the risk of a fracture after a fall. New research calls their effectiveness into question.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

FiiZ Is Selling Soda Shop Nostalgia to a Generation That Never Lived It
The Utah-based chain is leaning into customization and old-school marketing.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

6 VC Firms Raised $62 Billion. Now They're Startup Kingmakers
Six venture capital firms—General Catalyst, Founders Fund, Lightspeed, Andreessen Horowitz, Thrive, and Sequoia—can open doors far beyond funding. Their scale can also push founders toward bigger, riskier outcomes.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

6 VC Firms Raised $62 Billion. Now They're Startup Kingmakers.
Six venture capital firms-General Catalyst, Founders Fund, Lightspeed, Andreessen Horowitz, Thrive, and Sequoia-can open doors far beyond funding. Their scale can also push founders toward bigger, riskier outcomes.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

The Mac mini Has Been Many Things. Apple Just Gave It Its Most Important Update Yet
Apple rolled out the M6 and M5 Pro Mac minis and they're the most interesting version yet.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

AI Technology Has a Trust Problem. Local Communities May Have the Answer
The AI Collective wants to put AI in the hands of the people.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

The 2 Questions That Can Stop Good Employees From Walking Out the Door
Retention often comes down to whether people feel good about their work today and can see a future for themselves tomorrow.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Ed Sheeran Waited 14 Days to Respond. That Delay Became Part of the Story
In a crisis, the clock is part of the message.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Joanna Gaines Says She Avoided 1 Side of Magnolia's Business for 10 Years. Now She's Leading It.
The founder of Magnolia said a key aspect of the business was something she turned away from for years. That just changed.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Mark Cuban Says Anyone Can Start a Business. My 5-Startup Test Showed Who Should
Here's how I ran an experiment that directly tested Cuban's claim.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

David Founder Peter Rahal Calls His Best Employees ‘Maniacs.' Their Careers Have 1 Thing in Common
The CEO says his top leaders all have a similar work history. For the serial entrepreneur, that's by design.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Marshalls Is Closing Stores: See Updated List of Doomed Locations for 2026
Retail analysts say the chain is swapping expensive leases for locations that offer a better long-term return.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Marshalls Is Closing Stores: See Updated List of Shuttered Locations for 2026
Retail analysts say the chain is swapping expensive leases for locations that offer a better long-term return.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Leaders Should Stop Assuming the Team Got the Message
Marcos Redondo treats communication as an ongoing management job. He expects leaders to clarify, check back, and coach quickly when something goes sideways.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Implementing AI Agents Could Reshape Your Workforce
Three workflows that benefit from this technology



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

1 Feature, 11 Human Interventions
Lessons from an autonomous AI agent build experiment



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

25 Leaders on Evaluating New Opportunities
How to separate smart bets from distractions.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

What You Can Learn From the Clients You Lose
Dig deeper when a client leaves, and you determine what is failing in your process.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Nervous About Stepping Into a Superstar's Shoes? Take Draymond Green's Brilliantly Counterintuitive Approach
The first step is to ensure people won't be able to make apples-to-apples comparisons.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Bitcoin Is Roaring Back and Crypto-Linked Stocks Are Taking Notice
Coinbase, which has lagged all year, has gained 10 percent over the last five days.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Sydney Sweeney's Ad Controversy Just Showed Founders the Real Cost of Renting Fame
Big names bring big attention. They can bring baggage, too.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Sign Up Now: Meet Holly Thaggard, Co-Founder of WaterOuai and Founder of Supergoop, in This Inc. Livestream Today at 2 p.m. ET
The most durable brands don't just compete; they transform their categories. This episode explores how to identify the unexamined assumption inside an ordinary product, make it visible to consumers, and build an aspirational brand around the new standard. It features Holly Thaggard, who transformed sunscreen from a beach-day afterthought into a daily wellness ritual at Supergoop and is now applying that same playbook to disrupt the bottled water category with WaterOuai.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

This Crucial SBA Program Was Built to Expand Opportunity. Now It's Prioritizing Defense
New guidance fast-tracks companies in defense-critical industries as the agency simultaneously narrows how it determines which entrepreneurs qualify as disadvantaged.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

This Is How AI Kills Us All
The more we focus on stupid things like AI "consciousness," the more we take our eye off the real threat.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Xfinity Is Turning WiFi Into Home Security. ADT and Brinks Should Pay Attention
Disruptive innovation and competition can come from anyone and anywhere.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Anyone Can Make Polished Content Now. Experience Is What Makes It Credible
Three experts explain why trust, perspective, and lived experience will separate the work that matters.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

I Spent 2 Uncomfortable Days With My Executive Team. It Changed How We Run the Company
EOS helped our leadership team clarify roles, improve meetings, and get ready for the company's next stage.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Ju Rhyu Sold Hero Cosmetics for $630 Million. Her Next Bet Is a Daily Sunscreen Brand
With a nine-person team and a single $24 product, the entrepreneur is taking a measured approach to the crowded suncare market.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Domino's Has a New Pizza. It's a Symbol of Everything Wrong With Modern Life
Domino's new customizable personal pizza is cute and convenient. It's also part of a trend that's making us sad and less successful. 



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Starbucks Settled a DEI Case Without Admitting Wrongdoing. It Agreed to Pay Florida $1 Million
The coffee giant faced an anti-discrimination lawsuit from Florida's Attorney General. It just settled with the state.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Starbucks Settled a DEI Case Without Admitting Wrongdoing. Its Employment Guidelines Will Still Change Nationwide
Accusations of reverse discrimination against the coffee giant end in a payout to a key state and new constraints on hiring practices at stores throughout the country.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

Starbucks Settles Florida's DEI Lawsuit for $1 Million, With Nationwide Impact
Accusations of reverse discrimination against the coffee giant end in a payout to the state and new constraints on hiring practices at stores throughout the country.



Inc.com
Sep 22, 2026

A New Study Suggests Semaglutide Can Help Us Live Longer—And Not Just by Eating Less
Older female mice lived 12 percent longer on semaglutide and showed benefits that matched food restriction alone could not fully explain.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

Beleaguered Flock Safety Offers All 1,500 Employees ‘Most Generous' Buyout Ever—Healthcare and Stock Options Included
As more cities and towns pull the plug on Flock's license plate-reading cameras, the $8 billion startup is offering golden handshakes that may amount to tens of thousands of dollars. The deadline is October 2.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

Flock Safety Says Business Is Strong. It Is Still Offering Employees Buyouts
As more cities and towns pull the plug on Flock's license plate-reading cameras, the $8 billion startup is offering golden handshakes that may amount to tens of thousands of dollars.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

Melinda French Gates Refused to Invest in Her Daughter's Startup. Now It Faces Cookie-Stuffing Allegations
As Phia continues to face scrutiny, some are revisiting Melinda French Gates's decision not to invest in the startup.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

How ‘Murphy Brown' Turned an Unplanned Controversy Into a 44 Million-Viewer Business Lesson
A controversy with the former Vice President boosted the show into the stratosphere.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

Lyft's CEO Practices 1 Leadership Habit More Executives Should Try. Here's What It Taught Him
Lyft CEO David Risher still gets behind the wheel to understand customers and drivers. His habit offers a powerful lesson for leaders about staying close to the work.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

A New Study Shows Why You Should Avoid White Noise at Work
Researchers tracked pupil dilation during learning and found that white noise increased arousal but did not produce stronger memories the following day.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

A Deepak Chopra-Linked Wellness CEO Received $2.5 Million. Prosecutors Say Only $60,000 Remained Within Days
The chief executive is accused of misappropriating funds shortly after receiving them.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

33 Models Faced a Values Test. Only 3 Refused to Compromise
A test of 33 models found only three held firm under pressure. The results offer leaders a practical way to turn stated values into real guardrails.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

3 Moves That Let Founders Scale Quality Without Inspecting Every Deliverable
Founders who are drowning in oversight are usually making the same mistake: they've made themselves the standard instead of building one.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

Molly Sims Accused Jones Road of Copying ‘Wide Awake.' A Trademark Attorney Says Her Callout Was Risky
Jones Road will rename its product after Molly Sims raised concerns. A trademark attorney says the dispute may have unintended repercussions.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

A 40-Year Copper Cellar Employee Seeks Up to $4.2 Million in a Racial Harassment Lawsuit
The complaint alleges that Copper Cellar's owner subjected the longtime employee to racist and demeaning remarks while the company's HR leadership failed to intervene.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

Oura Wants a $15.6 Billion Valuation. Its IPO Hinges on 1 Consumer Habit
The health-tech company has experienced rapid revenue and membership growth. Experts are keeping an eye on one key factor.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

98 Percent of Fake Hires Get Company Credentials Before They're Caught
A new report finds human suspicion exposes more hiring fraud than automated security tools, as scammers use technology to slip through screening and gain corporate access.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

Digital Advertising Is Moving Beyond the Click. The Next Interface Is a Conversation
OpenAI's new ad format could blur the lines between advertising, sales, and customer service.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

Yes, You Should Leave Your Iced Coffee in the Car Before a Job Interview
Judging candidates by their drinks is ridiculous. Ignoring practical advice about first impressions is ridiculous, too.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

4 Types of Social Media Comments That Can Turn Attention Into Sales
Comments are the most underrated way to get business for your startup.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

Dolly Parton Said She Didn't Boss People Around. Her Leadership Lesson Goes Much Deeper
The secret to leading well? Stop trying to control everything.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

This AI Venture Has Never Turned a Profit. It's Aiming for a $35 Billion IPO Anyway
Here's what you need to know about Nscale's proposed public offering.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

Jensen Huang Just Slammed Doomers With His Own Prediction About the AI Apocalypse
What are the odds that the world ends by 2030? The Nvidia CEO has a very specific number in mind.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

The IRS Is Using Algorithms to Choose Audit Targets. Small Businesses Need to Prepare
As adoption of new tech tools increases, tax experts explain what entrepreneurs and small-business owners need to know.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

Elon Musk Wants to Dig a Massive Tunnel in Texas to Connect These 2 Key Cities
The Boring Company could be working on joining two cities that are about 83 miles apart. Will the subterranean project actually happen?



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

Trading Cards Are Back. This Time, Food Brands Are Using Them to Build Loyalty
The trend has taken over grocery store shelves with startups taking inspiration from old-school snacks like Cracker Jack.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

The Line Between Journalists and Creators Is Disappearing. Yahoo Finance Is Betting on It
The strategy points to a media future that values credibility and personality over labels.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

Barbara Lynch Built an 8-Restaurant Empire. Now Her Accounts Are Frozen Over Nearly $1 Million in Taxes
The founder launched a multimillion-dollar restaurant empire in Boston. After its fall, she says she is now forced to live off Social Security checks.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

Toys "R" Us Is Opening 120 Stores—but It Isn't Rebuilding Its Old Retail Chain
The beloved retail giant is planning a comeback. Its strategy looks different this time.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

The Best States for Small Businesses Have 1 Tax Advantage in Common
Income tax cuts are reshaping the small-business map. However, experts say tax rates are only one factor entrepreneurs should consider before relocating.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

Want to Preserve Your Memory as You Age? New Research Points to 1 Sleep Factor
Researchers compared cognitively healthy young adults with older adults. They found a key change in brain activity.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

The Unexpected Way Business Travel Can Help You Close More Deals
Forget the boardroom. Meet your prospects where they play.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

A Recruiter Said Iced Coffee Makes Job Candidates Look Too Casual. Now Gen-Z Is Pushing Back
Recruiters see the drink as a sign of poor judgment. Young job seekers say employers are focusing on the wrong problem.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

An Executive at The San Francisco Standard Challenged an Alleged Double Standard. She Was Fired 5 Days Later
The former employee filed a lawsuit against the organization and its co-founder and CEO.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

AI Doesn't Wait for Executive Approval
To get the most value from AI and minimize risk, follow these four tips.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

Don't Set Up New Hires to Fail in Employee Orientation
Avoid these three common educational pitfalls.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

Kosher Certification Has Outgrown Its Original Market
Markets treat it as a quality signal that influences purchasing decisions.



Inc.com
Sep 21, 2026

One of America's Oldest Brewpubs Is Closing After 40 Years. It Helped Launch Craft Beer
The business's closure comes as the craft-beer industry faces a growing crisis.



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