This Week in Leadership (Mar 24 - Mar 30)

Why talking about your boss publicly could have serious consequences to your career. Plus, what to do when a colleague tries to hog all the credit.

March 28, 2025

Why more bosses are making employees pay a heavy price for talking about them in public. Plus, how a decidedly un-techy skill is the most saught-after by many organizations right now. Here are some recent articles by Korn Ferry's content team on leadership-related news.

The Price for Bashing the Boss

Firms have upped disciplinary measures for workers who publicly criticize management, a new front in the fight between top-down managers and empowered employees. 

The Most Important Skill Is… Conflict Management?

In the age of AI, a new study finds that many top skills employers are hiring for are surprisingly nontech.

Firms Swiping Left on Ivy Leaguers

Elite degrees, which once promised access to lucrative careers, no longer guarantee automatic entrée: a third of managers say they’re less likely to hire graduates from the Ivies.

5 Ways to Deal with a Credit Hog

Every office has that one person who overstates their contributions and minimizes those of others. Are there ways to still stand out? 

Know Thyself

Korn Ferry CEO Gary Burnison explains why self-awareness is a critical trait for leaders.

Briefings Podcast: Top-Down Leadership Back in Vogue?

More leaders are taking tougher stances with workers to drive productivity. Two experts explore the pros and cons.