Briefings: The (office) party's over

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After taking a four year break on his Oklahoma ranch, Blake Shelton is back on the road and riding the high of his new album, For Recreational Use Only . After 29 number one hits, and a detour into Hollywood, Blake’s scorching hot single “Texas” proves he’s still got it. Country Thunder CEO Troy Vollhoffer recalls meeting Blake Shelton during a crazy storm that really put the “thunder” in Country Thunder. After 23 seasons on The Voice , Blake opens up about spreading himself thin and making the choice to be “a TV guy or a touring guy.” The two reminisce about Toby Keith and why being a road dog is the best way to learn how to entertain a crowd. Blake reveals how his worst on-stage “ass-kicking” taught him how to be himself in front of a crowd. After taking so much time away from the spotlight, Blake shares that it was Post Malone who reminded him that he’s still a country singer at heart.…

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When did office parties become such major snooze fests? Company social events are crucial for culture, but a recent poll found that 35% of employees can’t stand them. We chat with one of America’s top corporate event hosts and a Korn Ferry culture expert to learn what firms can do to bring back the fun.

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Briefings: The (office) party's over

Korn Ferry Briefings: Leadership Unfiltered

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A quarter of workers have seen conflicts at the office over politics. Two experts discuss navigating a political minefield with colleagues—and clients.

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Briefings: Beware of the Black Swans 14:57

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Briefings: The New Unemployables 16:22

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Briefings: Training Tug of War 16:03

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Briefings: Play the Board Game 15:38

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Briefings: Eye for a Star 17:18

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Briefings: Fire Your Boss 16:52

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Briefings: The Frenzy to Find Work 16:35

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Briefings: Bouncing Back from a Layoff 16:10

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Briefings: A Revolution in Women's Sports 17:04

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Briefings: Workday Redefined 16:10

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Briefings: Pay Raise Roulette 13:35

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Briefings: A Workplace on Fire 15:58

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