Korn Ferry Briefings: Leadership Unfiltered

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Jun 21, 2024 • 17min

Briefings: The Frenzy to Find Work

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.
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Jun 14, 2024 • 16min

Briefings: Bouncing Back from a Layoff

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.
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May 31, 2024 • 17min

Briefings: A Revolution in Women's Sports

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.
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May 17, 2024 • 16min

Briefings: Workday Redefined

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/briefings-podcast and follow us on www.instagram.com/kornferry.
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May 9, 2024 • 14min

Briefings: Pay Raise Roulette

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.instagram.com/kornferry.
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Apr 26, 2024 • 16min

Briefings: A Workplace on Fire

Two experts tell us what leaders can do to tackle this health issue at work.
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Apr 19, 2024 • 17min

Briefings: A Brand-New Brand for Gen Z

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.com/briefings-podcast and follow us on www.instagram.com/kornferry.
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Apr 5, 2024 • 16min

Briefings: Won't You Be My (Work) Friend?

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 conundrum. For more information, check out www.kornferry.com/briefings-podcast and follow us on www.instagram.com/kornferry.
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Apr 1, 2024 • 14min

Briefings: Promotion Puzzle 2024

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/kornferry.
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Mar 22, 2024 • 14min

Briefings: How Deep Can the Wellness Well Go?

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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