Articles by Lauren Dixon

Why Aren’t More Women in Venture Capital?
Men dominate the world of venture capital, both in their leadership and in their ability to receive funding to start companies. What can women leaders do to close the gender gap?

6 Things Leaders Should Consider When Relocating Their Firm’s Offices
Companies are increasingly using their location and office amenities as tools for attracting talent. Here’s what to consider in a new office location.

Is CEO Pay Too High? If So, How Do We Fix It?
Portland, Oregon’s tax on firms that pay their CEOs 100 times more than the median worker salary sparks debate about the best way to stem corporate income inequality.

How Brain Drain from Academia Could Impact the AI Talent Pool
Talent poaching from AI impacts future talent pools.

Tim Harford: Why Leaders Should Embrace Messiness, Not Avoid It
Leaders need not fear disorder or messiness. They should embrace it.
10 Steps To Create a Paid Parental Leave Policy
Leaders should use these steps when updating or creating a new paid leave program.

How To Create Effective Year-End Bonuses
When tied to accomplishments, year-end bonuses can act as effective motivators. Take care in the program’s design to keep workers happy.

How Growing Marijuana Legalization Could Affect the Economy
Continued recreational legalization of the drug could have far-reaching implications for the economy.

How Ryan Flipped To Flex
Ryan LLC had a long history of demanding in-office hours — changed its cultural.

The Hidden Downsides of the Gig Economy
Gig work comes with hidden downsides for both companies and workers.

6 Skills CEOs Will Need in the Age of Automation
CEOs need to update skills amid continued automation of work.

3 Reasons Why Paid Leave is Worth the Cost
Expanded paid leave policies are good for business. Here are three reasons why.

How Long Should a CEO’s Tenure Be?
The business cases for short and long tenures.

How Age Affects Productivity — And What Leaders Can Do About It
Aging workers affect productivity.

8 Ways to Encourage, Retain Female Tech Talent
Promoting tech talent is good for business. Here’s where leaders can start.