October 10, 2025
How the US government shutdown is having some unintended consequences for private-sector leaders. Why the next generation of top jobs might require a trip back to school. Plus, the critical types of job references all résumés should have. Here are some recent articles by Korn Ferry's content team on leadership-related news.
The Quiet Impact of a Government Shutdown
An extraordinary number of firms rely on getting accurate—and free—US government data, now not available.
The New Secret to Job Security: Going to School Twice
New data suggests the latest avenue to top jobs will require (another) spin through graduate school.
Crying at Work: Another New Normal?
A new study finds that one in three UK workers cry at work. When spilling emotions helps.
The Best Type of Job References
In a difficult job market, our experts explain which testimonials you really need.
Teams are how things get done, but Korn Ferry CEO Gary Burnison argues that they all need strong leaders guiding them to really excel.
The New Director Dilemma: Use AI, or Not
As boards strategize how to best use AI for their enterprises, they’re also experimenting with it themselves—but not without complications.
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