This Week in Leadership (Jan 12 - Jan 18)

Why are some leaders more aggressive during January than other times of the year? Will a Supreme Court decision on US tariffs solve anything? Plus, how to go from "toying" to working with AI. Here are some recent articles by Korn Ferry's content team on leadership-related news.

‘Let’s Jump on This!’ The January Leadership Blitz

Assertive leadership is everywhere this month, as type-A managers hit the floor running with a flood of initiatives. Is there a better approach? 

The Great Tariff Decision

A pending Supreme Court ruling on US tariffs is supposed to resolve a huge issue. Leaders are watching carefully. 

Buy Now, Regret Later?

Some 45% all consumers planned to use “buy now, pay later” loans for holiday shopping. Why the jump in these plans may backfire on retailers down the road.

5 Ways to Move from ‘Toying’ to Working with AI

The “testing-the-tech” honeymoon period is over: Bosses now expect ingenuity and new workflows using AI.

Less Noise, More Plan

Korn Ferry CEO Gary Burnison says that making progress in the current job market requires a sound strategy. 

Briefings Podcast: Beat the Odds 2026!

An all-star panel of Korn Ferry experts discuss strategies for leaders and career climbers in 2026 to sidestep the strife.