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Workplace AI: Is Resistance Futile?

In the latest disturbing trend for leaders, a growing number of workers are undermining or ignoring firms’ AI efforts.

This Week in Leadership (Apr 13- Apr 19)

What is considered ‘cheating’ when it comes to AI at work? Plus, how to turn global uncertainty into a potential career advantage.

Briefings Podcast: Hiring: The Great Mismatch

The new roles are there for the taking, but firms aren’t hiring because the skills aren’t there. How to solve the greatest talent imbalance in a generation.

April 15, 2026

Workplace AI: Is Resistance Futile?

In the latest disturbing trend for leaders, a growing number of workers are undermining or ignoring firms’ AI efforts.

April 15, 2026

5 Ways to Handle Awkward Work Situations

Anyone who has ever had a job has found themselves in an awkward situation with a colleague or boss. Our experts share their advice.

April 15, 2026

A Tough Global Message

Even if the Middle East conflict ended tomorrow, higher prices and shortages could continue through the year. How should leaders explain that to their stakeholders?

April 8, 2026

Pay Transparency: Britain and the EU on Divergent Routes

Workers are sending three million messages a day to ChatGPT about wages and compensation, intensifying negotiations.

April 8, 2026

Internships: The Only Way In?

More firms are offering internships this summer, but that creates a difficult decision for grads who are not finding work.

April 8, 2026

New Worker Woe: AI Impatience

According to a new study, a substantial number of AI users—nine out of ten—quickly abandon the tech when it frustrates them. Why that should worry leaders.

April 8, 2026

Are We Becoming Professionally Obsolete?

One-fifth of US workers think they will be phased out. Millions more think they’re never going to get a chance professionally. What can leaders do about ‘FOBO?’

April 7, 2026

5 Ways to ‘Read’ Your CEO

Got a boss who isn’t particularly transparent? Experts say there are other ways to glean the CEO’s intentions.

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January 7, 2026

Take a Breath! 5 Ways to De-Stress at Work

There’s plenty of work-related stress at the start of 2026. A series of steps could help.

January 5, 2026

The Chase for the Wrong Jobs

A new study finds management and other white-collar jobs are attracting twice the number of applicants. Firms want to fill other roles.

January 5, 2026

Facing Down Fear in the New Year

More than four of five workers worry they’ll lose their jobs this year. How can leaders help them manage their anxiety?

January 5, 2026

Uncertainty Is No Longer a Passing State

Leaders have been asked to do something profoundly difficult, says best-selling author Dan Goleman.

December 31, 2025

The 2025 Essentials

Catch up with Korn Ferry's end-of-year review of the biggest questions leaders faced in 2025.

December 29, 2025

Essentials: Getting Ahead, or At Least Not Falling Behind

What’s an ambitious person eager to challenge themselves (and make a big impact at work) to do?

December 29, 2025

Essentials: The Job-Hugging Era

No one is quitting, and that’s a big problem for both candidates and organizations.

December 29, 2025

Essentials: The C-Suite—and Manager—Squeeze

Leaders up and down the corporate ladder were pushed to do more with less, and faced consequences if they didn't

December 29, 2025

Essentials: A Hiring Market That’s Tough to Master

Why neither candidates nor organizations are particularly happy with this job market.

December 29, 2025

Essentials: AI’s Opportunities and Challenges

It's potential could be limitless, but right now so is the anxiety it's causing employees and executives.

December 26, 2025

This Week in Leadership (Dec 22 - Dec 28)

What leaders can do to restore stability for their firms and themselves. Plus, how to improve your decision-making.

December 22, 2025

A Bold New Year’s Resolution: Restore Stability

Leaders had their fill of volatility and uncertainty in 2025. Can the C-suite find ways to restore stability in its operations and workforce in the coming year?

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