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CFO Exits Can Trigger Positive Changes
Leadership

CFO Exits Can Trigger Positive Changes

A change in finance chiefs brings a fresh set of unflinching eyes to bear when examining risks and opportunities.
By Lauren Muskett | March 9, 2021
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Crisis Management: The Overlooked Leadership Skill
Leadership

Crisis Management: The Overlooked Leadership Skill

Here are five ways to rise up to the challenge of leading the troops while things are falling apart.
By David McCann | March 17, 2020
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Have Virtual Workers? Here’s What to Tell Them
Workplace Issues

Have Virtual Workers? Here’s What to Tell Them

Chances are, some of your staff is working remotely at least some of the time. Make sure they understand how to avoid falling into a perilous career trap.
By David McCann | February 5, 2020
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California Law Mandating Women Directors Is Challenged
Risk & Compliance

California Law Mandating Women Directors Is Challenged

A second lawsuit is filed seeking to have the law struck down, claiming it violates the U.S. Constitution's equal protection clause.
By David McCann | November 25, 2019
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High Demand for CFOs Creates Career Opportunities
Recruiting

High Demand for CFOs Creates Career Opportunities

But finance chiefs in job-search mode should take care not to take advantage of an opportunity prematurely, a top recruiter says.
By David McCann | November 19, 2019
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10 Essential Ways to Strengthen Your Network
Job Hunting

10 Essential Ways to Strengthen Your Network

Networking poorly is worse than not doing it at all. Gary Burnison, CEO of Korn Ferry, explains why the most effective way to network is by helping others.
By David McCann | November 18, 2019
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Another Roadblock for Women: Performance Reviews
Workplace Issues

Another Roadblock for Women: Performance Reviews

Men tend to get more helpful feedback during performance reviews than women do, experts say.
By David McCann | November 13, 2019
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As Brexit Draws Near, Are Companies Ready?
The Economy

As Brexit Draws Near, Are Companies Ready?

Smart leaders have done major contingency planning, but even they don't know what's actually going to happen, as Brexit will be a first-of-its-kind event.
By David McCann | September 26, 2019
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Will Saudi Oil Strikes Hamper Supply Chains?
Supply Chain

Will Saudi Oil Strikes Hamper Supply Chains?

The impact will likely be mostly in the short term, but only if there isn't another production-depleting incident.
By David McCann | September 19, 2019
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Few Companies Have an Adequate CFO Succession Plan
Workforce Management

Few Companies Have an Adequate CFO Succession Plan

Four in five finance chiefs say there's not currently anyone in the company ready to take over the role, a survey reveals.
By David McCann | May 6, 2019
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How Will Tariff-Driven Price Hikes Affect Sales?
The Economy

How Will Tariff-Driven Price Hikes Affect Sales?

Some consumer goods companies are increasing prices, but there are signs of renewed price sensitivity among buyers, says Korn Ferry's Craig Rowley.
By Craig Rowley | August 2, 2018
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Labor Costs Will Skyrocket Over the Next Decade
Human Capital & Careers

Labor Costs Will Skyrocket Over the Next Decade

With the talent shortage only expected to worsen, companies will have to pay big bucks to hire and retain top talent.
By David McCann | July 6, 2018
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Think There’s a Talent Shortage Now? Just Wait
The Economy

Think There’s a Talent Shortage Now? Just Wait

The ever-widening gap between employers' needs and workers' skills could drive massive lost financial opportunities over the next decade-plus.
By David McCann | May 7, 2018
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Companies Near Gender Pay Parity, in a Sense
Human Capital & Careers

Companies Near Gender Pay Parity, in a Sense

When it comes to men and women holding the same-level job, at the same company, and within the same function, on average their pay is almost equal: study.
By David McCann | April 11, 2018
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Impacts of New Tax Law Still Fuzzy
Tax

Impacts of New Tax Law Still Fuzzy

Companies have barely begun to address capital-allocation issues related to the law, and they may need to adjust some workers' pay.
By David McCann | February 15, 2018
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