If 2025 taught us anything, it’s that comfort zones are expensive and complacency is brutal. Brands that adapted thrived. Those that hesitated? Well… they’re now case studies in what not to do. From AI overload to customer trust crises, 2025 was not gentle, but it was generous with lessons. If you’re planning to enter 2026 with the same strategies, the same assumptions, and the same excuses, this article is your wake-up call. 1. AI Is No Longer a Competitive Advantage, Execut
