This Week in Leadership (Apr 13 - Apr 19)

Workers are increasingly sabotaging their employer's AI initiatives. Plus, how to handle an awkward situation on the job. 

April 17, 2026

What to do about the growing number of workers who are sabotaging their company's AI initiatives. How to have a difficult conversation about rising prices and product delays due to the war in the Middle East. Plus, how to handle an awkward situation on the job. Here are some recent articles by Korn Ferry's content team on leadership-related news

Workplace AI: Is Resistance Futile?

In the latest disturbing trend for leaders, a growing number of workers are undermining or ignoring firms’ AI efforts.

A Tough Global Message

Even if the Middle East conflict ended tomorrow, higher prices and shortages could continue through the year. How should leaders explain that to their stakeholders?

I’ll Take ‘Your Training is Obsolete’ for $200

Be it Jeopardy! or other game shows, experts are raising a question for corporate leaders: Will AI make studying easier, but not promote real learning?

5 Ways to Handle Awkward Work Situations  

Anyone who has ever had a job has found themselves in an awkward situation with a colleague or boss. Our experts share their advice.

More Than a Feeling

Leadership is not only about strategy or vision, but about presence, says Korn Ferry CEO Gary Burnison.

Briefings Podcast-Hiring: The Great Mismatch

The new roles are there for the taking, but firms aren’t hiring because the skills aren’t there. How to solve the greatest talent imbalance in a generation.