Bob Jordan recently introduced major changes to the way the low-cost airline works, which caused a stir among loyal fliers and left them wondering what sets it apart from competitors.
Category: Executives and Management (Theory)
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As Tariffs Make Weddings Costlier, David’s Bridal Tries to Adapt
Most wedding dresses are made in China, so tariffs are a new worry for brides. At David’s Bridal, the largest seller of gowns in the United States, its chief executive, Kelly Cook, is trying to do something about it.
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The C.E.O. Other C.E.O.s Turn To for Advice
Steve Stoute’s role at the intersection of business and popular culture has made him a lot of high-powered friends.
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Can Paula Kerger Keep PBS on the Air Amid Threats from Trump and Congress?
Paula Kerger, the chief executive of PBS, is used to fights over the public broadcaster’s funding. But to her, the latest threats feel like “all-out effort to take us out.”
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Sweetgreen’s CEO on Robots, RFK Jr. and Why Salads Are So Expensive
Jonathan Neman set out to make fast food healthier, co-founding the salad chain in Washington. Now, what goes in our food is political.
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Layoffs and Unemployment Grow Among College Graduates
The unemployment rate for college graduates has risen faster than for other workers over the past few years. How worried should they be?
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Uncertainty About Economic Policy Is Hampering Business Decisions
The lack of clarity about tariffs and other policies could hurt hiring and investing. But the strong U.S. economy should provide a buffer.
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Should You Consult H.R. About a Conflict With Your Manager?
Don’t count on human resources to take your side in a workplace issue, especially if it involves a conflict with your boss.
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Why Mergers of Carmakers Like Honda and Nissan Often Falter
The Japanese companies are considering joining forces to survive in a rapidly changing auto industry, but auto history is filled with troubled and failed marriages.