August 29, 2025
Are leaders as clueless about their direct reports as their direct reports think they are? What are the leadership lessons of the UK’s modernization of its military? Plus, our experts have some career advice for Gen Zers. Here are some recent articles by Korn Ferry's content team on leadership-related news.
A new study finds three-quarters of frontline workers don’t think senior leaders understand their day-to-day realities. Why a perceived “cluelessness” can be so damaging.
Modernizing the Military: Britain’s Bold Gamble
The threat from Russia—and the prospect of other hostile powers—has jolted the UK into action, with plans for more military spending. Will ambition overcome austerity?
Buying High: Stock Buybacks Soar
Firms are nearing a new record in stock buybacks this year. Why now, when stock prices are so high?
Unemployment is high for this group, and AI is looming. But it’s never too early to chart a career path.
Korn Ferry CEO Gary Burnison explains the lessons leaders can learn from what happens after a great achievement.
Briefings Podcast: I Swear, I Didn’t Use AI
Ignore AI, and risk falling behind. Openly embrace it, and risk being replaced by it. Three experts explore the best way forward.
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