9 Trends Shaping Work in 2026 and Beyond

9 Trends Shaping Work in 2026 and Beyond

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February 2, 2026

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CEO expectations for AI-driven growth remain high in 2026—at the same time their workforces are grappling with the more sober reality of current AI performance. Gartner research finds that only one in 50 AI investments deliver transformational value, and only one in five delivers any measurable return on investment.

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