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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 7, 2019
In switching his tactics on tech firms, the world’s most successful investor offers some classic leadership lessons on agility and humbleness.
April 17, 2019
Korn Ferry CEO Gary Burnison unpacks the science behind the perfect time for meetings.
January 28, 2019
Adaptability is critical to any leader’s success, emotional intelligence expert Daniel Goleman writes.
January 3, 2019
Lose the Resume, Land the Job complements Korn Ferry's newest offering for professional-level job seekers, KF Advance.
January 2, 2019
Rather than laundry listing their accomplishments, candidates need to focus on what they can contribute to the job ahead, says Korn Ferry CEO Gary Burnison.
November 14, 2018
In a new survey, professionals tell Korn Ferry that they are more stressed than five years ago, with two-thirds saying it’s costing them sleep.
October 10, 2018
Korn Ferry CEO Gary Burnison explains the importance of split-second judgements in interviews.
September 25, 2018
As it reports earnings today, Nike’s gamble on its controversial ad appears to be paying off. How social issues are driving business decisions for leaders.
August 27, 2018
Transparency may be the the hallmark of authentic leaders, but it’s not the only skill needed, says best-selling author Daniel Goleman.
August 15, 2018
Savvy employers are using a structured talent framework to individualize rewards. A new Korn Ferry paper.
June 5, 2018
The best leaders develop an uncanny knack reading relationships and following unspoken rules at their own firms, says best-selling author Daniel Goleman.
May 23, 2018
As Memorial Day approaches, experts say employers should update their approach to hiring and retaining veterans.
