This Week in Leadership (May 5 - May 11)

Why so many successors to legendary CEOs falter. How the delayed retirement of many older workers is causing a workforce dilemma at many organizations. Plus, the "skills" that job candidates should hone before interviews. Here are some recent articles by Korn Ferry's content team on leadership-related news.

The Iconic CEOs: Can They Be Replaced?

Warren’s Buffett’s departure raises a thorny issue: About half of leaders perform significantly worse than their successful predecessors.

Delaying Retirement (Again)

Tariff whiplash is forcing older workers to put off retirement. The problem for leaders is that younger workers aren’t leaving, either.

A Bold (or Risky) Response to Roiling Markets

Even amidst the economic uncertainty, dozens of firms are raising their dividends. Will going on the offensive work?

5 ‘Skills’ to Hone for a Job Interview

The competition to even land an interview is getting tougher in 2025. “Sometimes, great candidates just don’t interview well.”

Briefings Podcast: Beware of the Black Swans

Unsettling, unexpected global events now seem to occur at an accelerated pace. Two experts explore whether a new kind of leader is needed for such frequent sea changes.

Board Focus: Not Punishing for Market Plunges

With market volatility so high, some boards may want to rejigger CEO-comp formulas.