In 1964, Barbra Streisand’s iconic song “People” introduced the idea that “people who need people are the luckiest people in the world.” In this thoughtful reflection, Elayne Clift revisits that notion, questioning its oxymoronic quality and ultimately finding gratitude in human connection.

Artificial intelligence increasingly handles many tasks, but there are certain human traits it cannot replace. Leaders who want to stay ahead need to nurture these distinctly human qualities to thrive in a rapidly changing business environment.