Our most read articles of 2025
A year dominated by GenAI and Trump’s Presidency saw our readers eager for insights into how to lead effectively in uncertain times.
From the top traits to set managers up for success to the art of high stakes negotiation and the latest research on whether hybrid work, works, our content is designed to keep you ahead of the curve as a leader navigating a complex business environment.
Here are the top ten articles that were most read by our community in 2025.
1. Why diverse teams are more profitable
At the beginning of the year, Trump had many re-examining their Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) policies.
In this article, Dr Rohit Piplani explained why organisations who eliminate these programs risk losing a key competitive advantage that drives innovation, talent retention and profit.
2. Global study reveals trust of AI remains a critical challenge
As the use of GenAI becomes more widespread, this global report by Professor Nicole Gillespie and Dr Steve Lockey showed that our trust in the technology remains a critical challenge.
The report which was produced in collaboration with KPMG surveyed 48,000 people across 47 countries and showed that while 66% of respondents were using it intentionally, less than half trust it.
3. The five leadership articles you should read in 2025
A good leader should never stop learning. To help you along the way, Associate Professor Andrea North-Samardzic curated a list of relevant thought leadership you to brush up on your leadership skills in 2025.
4. Why reputation is your most important business asset
In times of rapid change, reputation becomes an organisation’s most important asset. In this piece, Professor Will Harvey explained why reputation matters, how to build it and importantly, how to repair it after an organisational crisis.
5. How Trump’s presidency could impact our economy
It has been less than a year since Trump took office. Back in January, Assistant Professor Jamie Cross posited what his leadership might mean for our economy. From impacting inflation and interest rates, to a potential trade war with China. How many of his predictions have come to fruition?
6. Five traits managers need to succeed in 2025
This year Australia faced a challenging economic landscape and will continue to do so in 2026. For managers, this raises the question of how to increase productivity using the same amount or fewer resources, while still protecting the wellbeing of employees. Professor Alex Newman outlined the key traits managers need to see them through.
7. Announcing our new Institute for Digital Innovation and AI
In 2025 we launched the Institute for Digital Innovation and AI (IDIA) to support Australian and global organisations in navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of digital technologies, AI adoption, automation, digital innovation and data-driven decision making. Headed up by Professor Ujwal Kayande, it may be one of our brightest IDIAs yet.
8. The art of high stakes negotiation
The person across from you smashes their fists down on the table in a fit of rage. Is it a tactic? Are they genuinely angry? Or are they irrational? Navigating multi-party negotiations with webs of competing interest is a very, specific skill. Global expert on power, status and negotiation Professor Jen Overbeck shared her insights into how to master these complex situations.
9. The five articles on hybrid work you should read in 2025
Five years after COVID-19, it appears hybrid work is here to stay. In this article Professor Alex Newman shared his pick of articles to help you successfully manage a high-performing hybrid team with proven insights into the benefits of flexible work.
10. Five resources on Artificial Intelligence to provide focus
There is a lot of noise when it comes to how to use AI to optimise your work. Cut through it with this reading list by Professor Yalçin Akçay which he designed to help leaders focus, ask the right questions and use AI to create better value for your organisation.
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