US Economy Unexpectedly Loses Jobs in February; Unemployment Rate Rises to 4.4%
The decline in nonfarm payrolls reported by the Labor Department in its employment report on Friday was the sixth since January 2025 and the second largest.
Workplace & Talent
Analysis and advice on the future of work, careers and management.
The Jewelry Edit’s Rosena Sammi Is Punching Above Her Weight
Jewellery designer and entrepreneur Rosena Sammi is doubling down on her mission of inclusive, ethically-responsible jewellery at The Jewelry Edit.
The Jewelry Edit’s Rosena Sammi Is Punching Above Her Weight
Jewellery designer and entrepreneur Rosena Sammi is doubling down on her mission of inclusive, ethically-responsible jewellery at The Jewelry Edit.
The Debrief | Fashion CEOs Explain Why This Downturn Is Different
Much has changed about the world since the last recession — meaning, fashion’s reaction will shift this time around, explains BoF’s workplace and talent correspondent Sheena Butler Young.
The Debrief | Fashion CEOs Explain Why This Downturn Is Different
Much has changed about the world since the last recession — meaning, fashion’s reaction will shift this time around, explains BoF’s workplace and talent correspondent Sheena Butler Young.
The Workplace Trends to Watch in 2023
Even as companies have worked out many big pandemic-era questions, new ones are on the horizon, including how to keep employees engaged during tough times.
The Workplace Trends to Watch in 2023
Even as companies have worked out many big pandemic-era questions, new ones are on the horizon, including how to keep employees engaged during tough times.
Building the Future of Creative Collaboration at Gap Inc.
BoF learns how the parent company of Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic and Athleta is optimising collaborative working practices and workspaces for its creative teams in a post-pandemic workplace.
Building the Future of Creative Collaboration at Gap Inc.
BoF learns how the parent company of Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic and Athleta is optimising collaborative working practices and workspaces for its creative teams in a post-pandemic workplace.
Announcing Silvia Tcherassi and Heliot Emil
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.
Announcing Silvia Tcherassi and Heliot Emil
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.
Naomi Campbell on Cultivating Inclusivity
Naomi Campbell is teaching a MasterClass on modelling fundamentals for the streaming platform. The lessons will focus on basics like how to pose and develop a signature walk but will also delve into her journey as Black model with many firsts.
Naomi Campbell on Cultivating Inclusivity
Naomi Campbell is teaching a MasterClass on modelling fundamentals for the streaming platform. The lessons will focus on basics like how to pose and develop a signature walk but will also delve into her journey as Black model with many firsts.
How Fashion Can Build Its Own Tech Talent Pipeline
Waves of Silicon Valley layoffs may create an opportunity for companies in other industries to staff up. Retailers like Nordstrom are looking to the next generation by sponsoring college courses.
How Fashion Can Build Its Own Tech Talent Pipeline
Waves of Silicon Valley layoffs may create an opportunity for companies in other industries to staff up. Retailers like Nordstrom are looking to the next generation by sponsoring college courses.
How I Became... L’Oréal’s Head of Makeup Research and Innovation for Luxury Brands
Micheline El Achkar’s science background served as a conduit to her current role in luxury makeup research and innovation. Now, she offers her careers advice for working in the beauty industry.
How I Became... L’Oréal’s Head of Makeup Research and Innovation for Luxury Brands
Micheline El Achkar’s science background served as a conduit to her current role in luxury makeup research and innovation. Now, she offers her careers advice for working in the beauty industry.
How to Impress in a Job Interview in Fashion
From crafting a personal story to reaching out to recruiters on digital platforms, learn how fashion job seekers can stand out in interviews in an increasingly competitive job market — with insights from careers consultants and industry professionals.
How to Impress in a Job Interview in Fashion
From crafting a personal story to reaching out to recruiters on digital platforms, learn how fashion job seekers can stand out in interviews in an increasingly competitive job market — with insights from careers consultants and industry professionals.
Announcing Fashion Nova, Clothes Agency and Fforme
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.
Announcing Fashion Nova, Clothes Agency and Fforme
Check out this week’s new partners and openings on BoF Careers, the global marketplace for fashion talent.
Advice From Fashion CEOs on Leading in a Recession
The pandemic aftermath, a lingering labour shortage and impending recession have created a challenging equation for fashion and retail leaders who must strike a delicate balance to come out ahead.
Advice From Fashion CEOs on Leading in a Recession
The pandemic aftermath, a lingering labour shortage and impending recession have created a challenging equation for fashion and retail leaders who must strike a delicate balance to come out ahead.
How I Became... Allbirds’ Vice President of Product Design
The former footwear design director at Nike, Ashley Comeaux, credits her success as a product designer to marrying problem-solving skills and creativity. Now, she offers her career advice to design talent, from how to present portfolios and articulate a unique perspective, to how she continues to upskill as a leader today.
How I Became... Allbirds’ Vice President of Product Design
The former footwear design director at Nike, Ashley Comeaux, credits her success as a product designer to marrying problem-solving skills and creativity. Now, she offers her career advice to design talent, from how to present portfolios and articulate a unique perspective, to how she continues to upskill as a leader today.
THE NEWS IN BRIEF
Nike Faces Federal Probe Over Alleged Discrimination Against White Employees
The EEOC is investigating the brand over claims of systemic racism against white employees, including through DEI programmes.
Report: Amazon Plans Thousands More Corporate Job Cuts Next Week
The Seattle online retailer tied its initial round of job cuts in October to the rise of artificial intelligence software.
Nike Cuts Corporate Staffers Amid Realignment
Layoffs will impact less than 1 percent of the company’s corporate team and are part of a restructuring led by chief executive Elliot Hill.
Michael Burke Tapped to Lead LVMH Americas
The LVMH veteran has been named chairman and chief executive of LVMH Americas as the company navigates a 'complex and evolving geopolitical period.'
Women’s Conference Trybe Cancels, Citing Trump DEI Pushback
The event was slated for May 2025 in Las Vegas and had confirmed speakers from Sephora, H&M and TikTok.
Amazon Is Halting Some of Its Diversity and Inclusion Programmes
In a memo to employees, Candi Castleberry, a senior human resources executive, said last month that Amazon was ‘winding down outdated programmes and materials.’
Fearless Fund to End Grant Programme for Black Women Founders, Settles Lawsuit
The investment firm focused on women of colour agreed to end one of its grant programmes, bringing to a close year-long litigation with the American Alliance for Equal Rights. The fund will continue to operate other similar initiatives.