Essentials: The Job-Market Frenzy

This was the year companies dialed back on raises and promotions. Experts say that anyone who wants to get ahead will need not only to achieve solid performance, but also to be creative about when, how, and where they look for opportunities.

In this Essentials, Korn Ferry distills some of the best career insights our experts shared in 2024.

5 Ways to Be Sure Your Boss Sees Your Good Work

There’s an art to subtly letting it be known that you’re the best employee ever. And it may be needed in this job market.

5 Ways to Ask for a Raise in a Performance Review

Many experts say it’s an ideal time to raise the issue. Just don’t mention inflation.

5 Résumé Tips for People Over 50

Layoffs, inflation, and the high cost of living are causing more older workers to look for jobs. Here are five ways to craft an age-friendly résumé.

5 Tips for More Effective Job Searches

New tech has made applying for a job easier—but much harder to land it. Our experts share tips on how to make the most of your job search.

6 Grueling Job-Interview Questions to Get Through

Recruiters are creating new quandaries for candidates as well as using some old standbys more frequently. How to prepare for them.

Click out all the stories in The 2024 Essentials.