The US jobs market was robust in 2019, but economists are asking whether the job creation engine may be running out of steam. Developed markets economist James Smith predicts a hiring slowdown in the coming months, but he says this will depend largely on trade.

Technology is helping recruiters better target and reach potential talent, hiring expert Lovepreet Dhaliwal writes. Dhaliwal outlines four technology trends supporting these efforts, including interactive content marketing and artificial-intelligence tools.

Health benefit executives say 2020 will see more emphasis on holistic wellness that encompasses physical, mental and financial well-being. Heather Lavallee at Voya Financial says companies should invest in benefits that affect a worker's overall environment, and that providing "outside-the-box benefits" engenders a sense of caring that generates loyalty and commitment.

The nature of work and leadership have changed over Wally Bock's lifetime as the definition of work itself evolved, knowledge workers took over and long-term planning lost its effectiveness. "We can see the shape of how things are developing, but most of us still need to dig in, learn, and think about how we should lead differently," he writes.