In a climate of intense pressure to deliver immediate ROI, many companies are reacting by pivoting to "safe" short-term performance strategies. Following a turbulent 2025 marked by the scaling of AI and geopolitical uncertainty, the urge to "hunker down" and focus solely on the next click is stronger than ever.
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