Korn Ferry Briefings: Leadership Unfiltered
Korn Ferry
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 with top experts across the globe.
It's brought to you by Korn Ferry and our thought-leadership magazine, Briefings.
Check out more: https://krnfy.bz/3tjwRqS
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 with top experts across the globe.
It's brought to you by Korn Ferry and our thought-leadership magazine, Briefings.
Check out more: https://krnfy.bz/3tjwRqS
Episodes
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Aug 1, 2025 • 16min
Briefings: Mortal Leadership
Many professionals now appear to be staying in their roles longer than ever, including a host of CEOs and board directors. Could how we deal with death be connected to how we put off job transitions or retirement? Two experts discuss.
Jul 11, 2025 • 16min
Briefings: I Swear, I Didn’t Use AI
Workers who disclose that they use AI to complete tasks risk being seen as replaceable by that same AI. But not using AI means they risk falling behind. Three experts explore navigating this dilemma.
Jun 27, 2025 • 15min
Briefings: Legacy: Leave It or Lose It
Experts say long-tenured CEOs may hinder the innovation required for business to grow. With succession rates for CEOs aged 64 and older dropping by 8% last year, two leadership pros explore solutions.
Jun 13, 2025 • 16min
Briefings: Can We Please Not Talk Politics?
A quarter of workers have seen conflicts at the office over politics. Two experts discuss navigating a political minefield with colleagues—and clients.
May 30, 2025 • 16min
Briefings: The Genius of Gen Z
Older generations have taken issue with Gen Z at the workplace, but perhaps it's senior employees that need to change. Two experts discuss.
May 14, 2025 • 16min
Briefings: The New Era of Job Hiring
Liz Ryan, CEO and founder of Human Workplace, discusses innovative approaches to job hunting in today's competitive market. She emphasizes the need for networking in new ways and presents unique techniques like 'pain letters' to engage hiring managers. The conversation delves into the role of AI in hiring processes and the shift towards skills-based evaluations. Ryan also highlights the importance of authenticity in online profiles and adapting to emerging workforce trends, including the gig economy.
May 5, 2025 • 15min
Briefings: Beware of the Black Swans
Seismic, nerve-shattering events seem to be occurring with more frequency. Two experts discuss the new skillsets leaders need to meet the moment.
Apr 11, 2025 • 16min
Briefings: Humans Need Not Apply
AI agents—capable of tasks only humans could once do—are the latest evolution in AI. We interviewed one of them to discuss their future in the workplace.
Mar 31, 2025 • 16min
Briefings: A Jolt of Uncertainty
An ongoing trade war is putting company leaders' agility to the test. Two experts explore how to address the current unpredictability.
Mar 17, 2025 • 15min
Briefings: Top-Down Leadership Back in Vogue?
Consensus-building leadership may be on the wane. Two leadership pros discuss the impact.
