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The Org Chart Goes Trapezoidal
As AI agents gain power, firms are tying themselves into knots over where to seat them—and their managers—in the hierarchy.
Up, Up, and Away
Mirroring what’s happening across the consumer sector, several airline CEOs have made clear they likely won’t lower fares even if oil prices and inflation come down.
Who Gets the Time AI Saves?
Best-selling author Dan Goleman argues that the answer to the question reflects what a leader considers “time well spent.”
November 10, 2026
What team members—and leaders—can do to fix a team that’s not on track.
In a key move, the Prime Minister says he will be pushing pay-transparency legislation that has created difficulties in the EU. Will Britain handle it more smoothly?
While shedding factory-line positions, manufacturers have added over 300,000 white-collar roles. How AI is behind all this.
With roughly half of all executives and employees ignoring best practices, experts worry that a catastrophe may occur.
Losing employee trust is something leaders worry about but rarely put on par with other risks. That could change.
Men now account for 40% or more of paid family-leave claims, but do so in a sporadic way that challenges firms.
May 4, 2022
Firms are getting hit hard in some cases for taking public stands on hot topics. How to balance the risks.
May 3, 2022
Returning office workers are challenging the country’s tradition of business attire.
May 2, 2022
As many offices reopen for the first time in two years, Korn Ferry's experts pinpoint first people to meet in person.
April 29, 2022
What the Twitter deal means for corporate users. Plus, what to do when your employees say
April 27, 2022
Experts say the labor shortage has emboldened employees to push back on projects. How managers should handle an awkward situation.
Elon Musk has promised to revamp the site. Could it become a new tool to find talent—or will it be a platform to avoid?
April 25, 2022
Best-selling author Daniel Goleman explains why firms may soon have to publish sustainability reports, forcing them either to commit to real efforts—or hold back.
April 20, 2022
A year ago, firms made big commitments to reduce carbon. Are they willing to be equally aggressive in an era of high inflation and war?
A bill in California would set the workweek at four days, or 32 hours, renewing a long-standing debate.
April 19, 2022
As more firms move to these setups, employees find their organizational skills being tested. Some solutions.
April 15, 2022
The Great Resignation's secret trend. Plus, why can't organizations find CIOs?
April 13, 2022
Tens of thousands of workers are quietly jumping from lower-wage roles to higher-skilled professional ones. Why smart firms are trying to help them do this quickly.
