The Power of the Human-Centered Workplace: 2026 Trends and Predictions Report

Created as part of the Center for Organizational Effectiveness, our 2026 report offers a practical, research-backed look at the 2026 workplace trends shaping leadership, culture, and performance in an era of constant disruption. Grounded in more than 1,000 executive touchpoints worldwide, this report goes beyond headlines to examine what is actually working inside organizations today—and what will matter most in the year ahead.

Inside the report, explore how leading organizations are balancing AI adoption with trust, psychological safety, and employee engagement; why empathy, curiosity, and inclusive leadership have become critical executive capabilities; and how opportunity systems, hybrid work strategies, and ERGs are evolving to support belonging, resilience, and productivity. The report also addresses timely challenges, including flattening organizational structures, rising psychosocial risk, regulatory pressure, and persistent disengagement across the global workforce.

Designed for executives, HR leaders, and people managers, this trend report connects data, real-world client insights, and actionable predictions to help organizations navigate uncertainty without losing momentum.