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Are workers really losing a measurable amount of brain power—the kind leaders rely on to innovate? Are CEOs really turning to a secretive world of underground negotiators to pay off millions of dollars to hackers? And what's the real reason people won't return to work? In this new podcast, we'll be hitting top-of-mind subjects for corporate leaders. Hosted by Korn Ferry CMO Jill Wiltfong, listeners and viewers will be treated to recreated scenes, special audio clips and intriguing interviews ...
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Despite firms grabbing headlines for return-to-office mandates, huge numbers of workers are still not coming in most days. And building owners now face over one trillion dollars in commercial real estate loans coming due. Two experts explore how to thread the needle on this pressing issue.Por Korn Ferry
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With EV sales decelerating and driverless cars seemingly stalled, many are questioning the auto industry's ability to innovate. An auto expert and a culture maven share the keys to revving things up.Por Korn Ferry
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Job interview questions may need an overhaul, but there's one that nine in ten hiring managers can't stop asking—tell me about yourself. An expert career strategist shares her steps to acing this question in your next interview.Por Korn Ferry
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CMOs may be facing more pressure than ever. Despite budget cuts, marketing leaders still urgently need to drive business growth, leverage new advances in AI, and manage diverse stakeholder groups with varying priorities. A top CMO shares the keys to proving impact and ROI.Por Korn Ferry
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AI has rocked the business world lately. But with only 10% of companies implementing GenAI projects at scale, is it truly transforming the workplace as fast as we thought? A top expert separates the AI facts from fiction.
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Believe it or not, 71% of US CEOs say they have imposter syndrome - compared to only 47% of employees overall. A CEO and a performance expert break it down.Por Korn Ferry
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It may be turnover time in the boardroom. Nine in ten executives think at least one board member should be replaced and almost a quarter of S&P 500 directors are near retirement. Two experts share how to make a seamless transition.Por Korn Ferry
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The world's star athletes are shining brightly, but star performers at work seem more elusive than ever. Seven in 10 CEOs worry their employees lack the right skills. Two experts discuss if it’s wiser to pay to train future stars—or pay to hire them in the first place.Por Korn Ferry
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One in three workers say they’re currently dealing with a toxic leader—and two thirds of them are actively job-hunting. But is leaving the right answer? Two experts break down this perennial issue—and explain why some bosses may not be entirely to blame.Por Korn Ferry
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Blame AI or cutbacks in HR staffing, but job candidates and firms alike are frustrated with the current job hiring process. A top expert explains what has gone wrong and what needs to change.Por Korn Ferry
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Layoffs can be deeply painful. But they're also one of the stark realities of the business world, with four in ten companies this year alone expecting to let people go. Two experts explore techniques to launch anew after a layoff.Por Korn Ferry
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Amid record viewership and investment, it seems like women’s sports has made a quick and stunning leap forward. But can the winning streak keep going? A former college coach and sports writer share their take on today's whole new ballgame.Por Korn Ferry
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Nine to five was once synonymous with the workday. But workers are now logging off an hour earlier than they did in 2021—and governments are getting serious about their right to disconnect afterwards. Three experts weigh in on how leaders might address this watershed moment for the workday. For more information, check out www.kornferry.com/briefing…
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With inflation steadily inching upwards, many might be aching for a major pay raise. But salary increases are projected to dip down to about 4% after a two-decade high. A top payments expert shares how to buck the trend to get more bucks in this tight economy. For more information, check out www.kornferry.com/briefings-podcast and follow us on www.…
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Two experts tell us what leaders can do to tackle this health issue at work.
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In a sea change for the cruise industry, Gen Zers are now the age group most keen on taking a cruise vacation—69% describe themselves as either “very or somewhat interested.” Two experts share how cruise lines as well as other industries are transforming to catch the youngest crop of adult consumers. For more information, check out www.kornferry.co…
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Only two in ten workers claim to have a best friend in the office and it’s a number that keeps falling. It's a serious issue for corporate leaders keen to drive culture, which data shows can be responsible for up to one third of a firm’s market value. We speak to a journalist and a leadership expert to get to the bottom of this camaraderie conundru…
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Despite a resilient economy, coveted corner offices hang in the balance with companies projected to promote 10% fewer employees this year than last. A top career coach shares her secrets to moving up the company ladder when the going gets tough. For more information, check out www.kornferry.com/briefings-podcast and follow us on www.instagram.com/k…
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Should companies cover pricey weight loss drugs, better sleep aids, and more mental health support? As the definition of corporate wellness now extends way past offering yoga classes and healthy snacks, companies must decide if they can afford this next level of aid or risk being labeled as “wellbeing washers.”…
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The majority of S&P (Standard & Poor’s) 500 companies are beating their quarterly earnings estimates, but how can firms keep up this peak performance? Famed author, Daniel Goleman and Olympic silver medalist, Mark Richardson offer some unique options for both firms and individuals.Por Korn Ferry
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Are companies micromanaging workers to death? Eight in 10 firms plan to use technology to track office attendance this year. Even sick days are being questioned. Firms say they need to clamp down on abuses that started after the pandemic, but we talk to two experts on how this critical breakdown in trust can be a blow to the bottom line.…
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At some point between the ages of 50 and 59, half of workers will lose their jobs. Some are voluntarily stepping away, but the vast majority are being laid off or pushed out—even in countries where ageism is illegal. We talk to a 72-year-old job seeker and a top career coach to find out what seasoned professionals can do to even the odds.…
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More and more execs are heading back to top universities to bone up on the hottest new technology of the day, artificial intelligence. But with a price tag of up to $15k, are these AI executive education courses worth it? We chat with two leading education experts to get the full scoop.Por Korn Ferry
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Is your career going nowhere fast? Maybe the new CEO wants a new team or AI threatens to make people redundant. Experts say more people are struggling in this economy to climb the corporate ladder. Two top career experts discuss ways to get out of a career rut.Por Korn Ferry
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Is the multi-trillion dollar world of private equity undergoing a quiet revolution? An industry known for rapidly buying and flipping companies is now holding them longer—creating a whole new challenge around managing people. We talk to two experts about PE's new leadership playbook for 2024 and beyond.…
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"I have some difficult news." How top corporate players deliver difficult news to employees could be the difference between courageous leadership and going viral in all the wrong ways. With four in ten firms planning layoffs this year and over half of CEOs expecting economic gloom, we take a deep dive into how to get this critical communication jus…
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Don't trust salespeople? Turns out you’re not alone—our data shows only 21% of corporate buyers engage sellers early in the selling process. That's a potential problem for companies—especially as high-level buyers tighten budgets. We speak to a sales team whisperer to learn what today's top corporate sellers are doing to win deals.…
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With new regulations requiring companies to post salaries ranges, firms are facing a lot of awkward conversations from workers who feel underpaid. Yet many companies still don't seem ready for this. In this Briefings podcast episode, a leading pay expert discusses what steps smart leaders can take.Por Korn Ferry
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The holiday season is upon us but the recent wave of retail crime in big cities has made shoppers and employees more jittery than jolly. Three retail experts tell us how retail leaders are addressing a peak season dilemma.Por Korn Ferry
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Does anybody understand this job market? Despite low unemployment, nearly half of Americans say the current job outlook is “bad.” But fear not! In this episode of Briefings podcast, we chat with two top experts on how to land a gig in the best and worst of times—and ask for more money.Por Korn Ferry
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Does Gen Z have what it takes to make it in the workplace? Three in four leaders say this new generation is “difficult” to work with—so much so that almost half of firms are offering them so-called “etiquette” classes. But is there something leaders are missing out about this group? We speak to a leadership expert on how to bridge a crucial generat…
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When did office parties become such major snooze fests? Company social events are crucial for culture, but a recent poll found that 35% of employees can’t stand them. We chat with one of America’s top corporate event hosts and a Korn Ferry culture expert to learn what firms can do to bring back the fun.…
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By last count, there were almost 58,000 AI firms globally—enough to fill a football stadium. Each has some amazing tools that do everything from creating avatars for leaders to concocting entire marketing plans. But how does a company know which tool they can trust? We chat with a pair of AI experts on this mounting dilemma. For more information, c…
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What happens when a company is hacked? Turns out a little-known network of small firms quietly negotiates with the bad guys to get the data back for the company. We take a rare, behind-the-scenes look at ransomware, which one survey found is now the number one concern for the C-suite. For more information, check out www.kornferry.com/briefings-podc…
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In the first half of this year, CEO turnover hit a new high—and it’s not yet showing signs of slowing down. It’s a potentially massive disruption to firms, but few can really explain it. Join us as we get to the bottom of this CEO mystery. Watch this episode https://krnfy.bz/3RQmkOl For more information, check out www.kornferry.com/briefings-podcas…
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The latest science says people’s ability to think continuously on one topic (i.e., pay attention) has fallen sharply—almost 70% in two decades. That’s a real threat both to day-to-day operations and innovations that come from the deep thinking that companies thrive on. We explore what can be done to bring focus back into the workplace. Watch this e…
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The problem won’t go away. Bosses are saying come back to the office and workers are saying… "We’ll pass". With one survey showing 73% of organizations struggling to get employees back into cubicles, we examine how leaders can take a fresh approach to resolving this ongoing tug-of-war. Watch this episode https://krnfy.bz/45nmfEB For more informatio…
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Are workers really losing a measurable amount of brain power - the kind leaders rely on to innovate? Are CEOs really turning to a secretive world of underground negotiators to pay off millions of dollars to hackers? And what's the real reason people won't return to work? We know everyone has a podcast on leadership. But when we say a "new deep dive…
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