5 for Friday – 20 March 2026
This week’s 5 for Friday covers a teacher changing lives in the Eastern Cape, the business case for climate action, sleep as a performance tool, modern slavery in supply chains, and what actually drives returns on AI.
This week’s 5 for Friday covers a teacher changing lives in the Eastern Cape, the business case for climate action, sleep as a performance tool, modern slavery in supply chains, and what actually drives returns on AI.
From modern slavery in supply chains to why everyone wants Greenland, this week’s 5 For Friday covers the signals shaping our world right now – plus a book recommendation, a leadership insight, and a sharp question about AI and thought leadership.
What does Trump’s Greenland obsession reveal about the future of global trade? Graeme Codrington connects climate change, Arctic shipping lanes, and shifting geopolitics in this week’s ThrowForward Thursday.
Modern slavery is often treated as a compliance checkbox, but it’s much more than that. In our latest episode, we explore why understanding your supply chains can uncover opportunities for stronger relationships, greater resilience, and long-term value.
Some signals show where the world is shifting. Others simply make us pause and think differently. From AI overload to geopolitics and leadership blind spots, here are five ideas and conversations that stood out this week.
This week looks at signals shaping what comes next – from inherited narratives and work trends to neuroinclusion and Gen Z leadership. Each piece touches on changes that may still feel subtle, but are already reshaping how leaders think, decide, and act.