This Week in Leadership (Nov 3 - Nov 9)

Why is unpaid overtime so prevalent in the UK? What's "quiet cracking," and why is it harmful to workers and companies alike? Plus, what talents can help "AI-proof" your career? Here are some recent articles by Korn Ferry's content team on leadership-related news.

18 Days’ Worth of Unpaid Overtime

A study finds that UK employees do the equivalent of 18 days of unpaid overtime every year. Why that has become the norm.

The New Way to Get Hired: Be Smart

Drive and attitude used to matter, but experts say today's job hunters should show off special smarts that AI can't provide. 

When Burnout Wears a Smile

Many employees might be silently breaking down while grinding away. Why “quiet cracking” can hurt workers and firms alike. 

5 Talents to Help ‘AI-Proof’ Your Career

Fear about losing jobs to AI is rampant. Our experts say these talents can help make you more valuable in the AI era.

The Fine Art of Finding Our Strengths

Korn Ferry CEO Gary Burnison argues that great leaders not only put people in the right role but also shape roles to fit people.

A New CEO Incentive: Find Your Own Replacement

With CEO tenure dwindling and the difficulty of finding replacements rising, can boards look to the current chiefs for help?