Weekly Highlights: December 15

The Talent War 2026

The Talent War of 2026

Interest rates, technology shifts, and market consolidation are all accelerating.

But the biggest challenge companies will face next year isn’t capital or process — it’s people.

Top talent will have options.

They’ll look for clarity, culture, and leadership that matches their ambition.

The lesson?

Companies that treat recruiting as reactive will struggle.

The ones that build proactive pipelines now will dominate in 2026.

Recruiting isn’t about filling today’s gaps — it’s about owning tomorrow’s opportunities.


Automation and Human Decisions

Automation and Human Decisions

Tech in lending and auto finance is undergoing rapid changes.

AI, automation, and analytics are transforming jobs.

But here’s the thing: technology doesn’t replace judgment.

People do.

Hiring leaders should look for candidates who can adapt to change.

They should also be able to make decisions and lead teams effectively.

It’s not just about processing data.

Automation handles the mundane.

Talent handles the strategy.

And the gap between them is where growth happens.