3 ways leaders can manage their emotions

In 2022, humans will be the focus of work | 3 ways leaders can manage their emotions | How sustainability is moving from an add-on to a must Created for {EMAIL} | [{NAME}]( at [{NAME}]( [For more relevant content - Update Your Profile]( | [Web Version]( November 2, 2021 CONNECT WITH SMARTBRIEF  [LinkedIn]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [SmartBrief on Leadership]( [SmartBrief on Leadership]( Innovative Ideas. Ahead of the Curve. [SIGN UP]( ⋅ [SHARE](  [] Leading Edge [] [In 2022, humans will be the focus of work]( Companies are renewing their focus on humans heading into 2022, which will mean continued business reinvention, talent shortages and a need to deliver employee experience, among seven trends detailed by Korn Ferry. Inclusivity and sustainability continue to be key corporate issues, while the idea of accountability is transforming to include demands on the C-suite. 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