The boss’s seat has gotten hotter in 2019. Chief-executive departures took place at a rate of about 114 a month, a 25% increase over the typical yearly rate for the last decade, according to employment consultant Challenger, Gray & Christmas. Leaders from all walks of business—WeWork’s parent, SoulCycle, Nike Inc. and McDonald’s Corp.—resigned, announced retirements or were shown the door.

Source: Wall Street Journal December 13, 2019 16:07 UTC