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The AI Apocalypse: Can Firms Still Push On?
Amid new doomsday concerns about AI, firms must weigh employee fears against critical business needs.
Board Roles: Only CEOs Need Apply
The highest percentage of CEOs in a decade were appointed to public boards this year. Are they the best for the job, and are there enough of them?
Here's a Shock: Turnover Isn't Low
Even in a tough job market, a surprising two-thirds of firms have exit numbers above 10%. Has corporate loyalty become a “losing battle?”
September 23, 2026
The idea of a robot-relations function to help manage interactions between humans and AI agents in the workplace is gaining traction. Will it really happen?
Being someone to rely on is becoming more critical, even in the AI era.
September 22, 2026
Five new sports are launching at the LA28 Games, including flag football. How introducing a new Olympic sport is like building a startup.
September 21, 2026
Best-selling author Dan Goleman argues how the latest set of AI questions is the latest example of an organizational problem leaders constantly face.
September 16, 2026
Facing mounting liabilities, major insurance firms are rethinking how they cover AI-related mistakes. How that could upend firms’ use of the tech.
March 26, 2023
As labor and financial markets tighten, companies are scouring their own staffs to fill jobs big and small.
March 24, 2023
Corporate travel managers expect business trips to return to pre-pandemic levels this year. Here are some ways both companies and employees can maximize the value of each trip.
March 22, 2023
Leaders across industries could see more supply-chain disruption, curtailed M&A activity, and other ripple effects from the current financial crisis.
You already know about tapping your network for help, but there’s plenty more to do before interviewing for a new role. Second in a series.
March 21, 2023
Many workers say they are putting in longer hours but admit to “flipping” their workdays to take midday breaks for activities. Do productivity figures suggest this is costing firms?
March 20, 2023
A recent US ruling prohibits non-disparagement clauses in severance agreements. How firms—and employees—should adjust to this new normal as layoffs continue.
March 15, 2023
In these tough economic times, firms are weighing the two traditional methods for cutbacks. Does one make more sense than the other in today’s business environment?
Mentoring someone is a great way to help them—and the organization—succeed.
March 14, 2023
Nearly half of professionals are already using the new AI tool for daily work tasks, a new Korn Ferry survey shows. But leaders are still figuring out how to govern its use.
Businesses—and markets—were rattled by the latest financial turmoil, but have so far pressed forward. Is insta-bility becoming too common?
March 13, 2023
An increasing number of consumers are calling out the tactics some firms use to portray themselves as purpose driven, says best-selling author Daniel Goleman.
March 8, 2023
Thirty million managers aren’t old enough to have gone through restructuring waves. Now they’re being asked to pick up the pieces.
