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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.
March 22, 2023
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.
Taking a break from work might seem counterintuitive, but experts say it’s one of several good steps to consider after being let go.
More firms are appointing women to top leadership posts. How to keep the momentum from stalling.
March 7, 2023
Office romances appear to be back in vogue as workers return. But are people rusty on conduct rules?
