This Week in Leadership (July 14 - July 20)

Why 55 might become the age at which many are forced to retire, whether they want to or not. Why the latest leadership dilemma involves stolen goods. Plus, how to stay engaged at work during the summer. Here are some recent articles by Korn Ferry's content team on leadership-related news.

The New Forced Retirement Age: 55?

As unemployment waits grow, some older workers worry they may have to call it a career much sooner than planned.

AI Job Applications Spur… In-Person Interviews?

Half of UK grads now use AI to apply for new roles, forcing some companies to hold more in-person interviews to get authentic information.

5 Ways to Stay Energized at Work During the Summer

The warmer months mean vacations and other distractions, but they also could offer a few ways to get ahead professionally.

Stolen Before It Hits the Store

Highway robbery is not just an expression anymore, as theft of goods before they reach stores now costs firms $35 billion annually.

The Art of Better Decision-Making

Best-selling author Dan Goleman highlights how, in today’s difficult situations, having strong emotional intelligence skills can benefit both leaders and their teams.

Board Focus

Hidden, But Still Happening: Activist Campaigns

Though the number of campaigns dipped in the first half of 2025, experts say the fights are still happening—just not out in the open.