This Week in Leadership (Feb 10 - Feb 16)

Is the way leaders are growing their firms' profits sustainable? Plus, how to find a new career niche.

February 14, 2025

How are leaders increasing profits without much revenue growth? How are retailers combating fake product reviews. Plus, how to find a new career niche. Here are some recent articles by Korn Ferry's content team on leadership-related news.

Glimmer of Growth

The nation’s largest companies are turning in strong profit growth. What’s the catch?

Cyberattacks Take A Hit

Despite an increase in attacks, ransomware payments declined by $500 million last year. Have firms won the battle, or are attackers just retrenching?

5 Ways to Find a New Career Niche

One-third of workers plan to switch jobs in the next six months—but the smart candidates will find a new niche and skill set to market themselves.

Five Stars, or Five Lies?

Retailers are cracking down on fake product reviews, now that an estimated 30% are fake. The question is whether it’s working.

What Really Matters

Korn Ferry CEO Gary Burnison reminds us that while leaders try to predict tomorrow, it’s important to appreciate today.