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Beyond the 9 box: The new rules of executive readiness and leadership calibration Learn how a 9 box assessment can help leaders evaluate executive readiness, challenge assumptions and make stronger succession planning decisions. Robert Half’s Kathy Burton, Ph.D., and DeLynn Senna share how leadership calibration can reveal whether a potential successor is truly ready for what comes next. ROBERT HALF 2026-06-05T09:16:00.000-07:00 Management tips

Why leadership alignment and workforce planning are critical to GRC effectiveness By making workforce planning part of their GRC strategy, organizations can better define roles and responsibilities, address skills gaps and respond more consistently to risk. Learn more in this article from Robert Half. ROBERT HALF 2026-05-06T13:48:00.000-04:00 Research and insights

How small businesses can prepare for leadership turnover amid the Great Retirement Boom As the Great Retirement Boom reshapes the workforce, small businesses must be proactive in planning for leadership transitions. In this article, thought leaders Tami Ballis and Leigh Chaban share insights to help companies navigate succession planning and build a strong leadership pipeline. ROBERT HALF 2026-05-06T10:43:00.000-07:00 Research and insights

The AI boardroom: How artificial intelligence is reshaping corporate governance and board oversight AI is reshaping corporate governance faster than many boards realize. Learn how directors can strengthen oversight, manage risk and align workforce and strategy to keep pace with AI-driven change. ROBERT HALF 2026-04-09T17:34:38.944Z Research and insights

The IPO board: Experience and credibility matter A credible, experienced board can determine IPO success. Learn how founders should structure board size, independence and expertise to navigate the S-1 process. ROBERT HALF 2026-03-11T14:45:26.020Z Management tips

Up at 5 a.m.: What it’s really like to be a CFO What does a CFO do? Beyond reporting and capital management, today’s CFO drives strategy, anticipates risk, leads AI-enabled finance, and makes high-stakes decisions that shape growth, stability and long-term performance. ROBERT HALF 2026-02-23T05:00:00.000-05:00 Career development

A Retained Executive Search Firm Can Make Hiring Leaders Easier: Here’s Why Executive searches are rarely quick and easy. But executive recruiters can help make the process more efficient. Learn more from Robert Half’s DeLynn Senna. ROBERT HALF 2026-02-09T05:00:00.000-05:00 Management tips