First Friday Book Synopsis

JANUARY 16, 2015

McKinsey & Company has just announced the ten articles that were most popular with mckinsey.com readers in 2014. Why leadership-development programs fail Sidestepping four common mistakes can help companies develop stronger and more capable leaders, save time and money, and boost morale.

McKinsey 70

McKinsey Article Morale Leadership Development 70

Tanveer Naseer

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

But as my guest in this episode of my Leadership Biz Cafe podcast points out, that doesn’t mean there aren’t measures Black professionals can take at the individual level so they can succeed and thrive in today’s corporate environment.

McKinsey 130

McKinsey Mentor Diversity Career 130

CO2

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

This profound statement resonates deeply with the journey of leadership and personal growth. In this blog post, we’ll explore how overcoming doubt in leadership can be the key to unlocking unprecedented success in leadership, echoing the principles at the heart of CO2 Coaching’s philosophy.

Succession 78

Succession Uncertainty Leadership McKinsey 78

Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

A number of recent surveys from McKinsey research have identified three traits that are becoming leadership imperatives to respond to this growing demand for social accountability. One way some companies are seeking to be more transparent is by adopting B-corp status. The post Is Social Accountability Changing Leadership?

Emotional Intelligence 209

Emotional Intelligence Supply Chain Short-term Leadership 209

Leading Blog

OCTOBER 27, 2023

A lot of self-talk is intended to keep us safe and to be considerate of others’ feelings, but it doesn’t prioritize what will raise productivity, satisfaction, and growth for ourselves, others, and the project or company. She was formerly with McKinsey, working with MNCs and local companies in the US, China, and India.

Influence 353

Influence Positioning Self-aware CEO 353

Leading Blog

APRIL 3, 2020

A S a McKinsey & Company article stated in late March 2020: “What leaders need during a crisis is not a predefined response plan but behaviors and mindsets that will prevent them from overreacting to yesterday’s developments and help them look ahead.”. Involve More People. The Transpersonal Touchstone Explored.

McKinsey 298

McKinsey Emotional Intelligence Crisis Self-aware 298

N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 8, 2023

It also helps organizations excel during the executive transition, adjust to their new executive leadership, and support their new executive. Let’s dive into how to use this process to set your people and company up for success. Company Culture Executive team members play a critical role in forming and maintaining company culture.

Execution 317

Execution Succession How To Process 317

ExactHire - Leadership

JUNE 3, 2022

When companies hire fresh graduates, they’re more likely to attain their diversity goals. According to McKinsey , companies succeeding at diversity are 35 percent more likely to enjoy profit margins above the median for their industry. Reach your diversity goals. A diverse workforce is good for your business. Campus Recruiting.

Company 98

Company Diversity Career Quality 98

Modern Servant Leader

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Named interim CEO, Schultz has been CEO and Board chairman off and on at the company for over 35 years and is chief architect of their culture. As successor to Schultz, Narasimhan has big shoes to fill and begs the question, “what can we expect from his leadership”? . Leadership Experience. Leadership Style.

CEO 130

CEO Leadership Styles McKinsey Short-term 130

Great Leadership By Dan

DECEMBER 6, 2011

Last month Aon Hewitt, The RBL Group and Fortune announced their Global Top Companies for Leaders list. It's been two years since the last list, not to be confused with the competing " Best Companies for Leaders " list sponsored by Businessweek and Hay Group. companies, like Hindustan Unilever are catching up. PepsiCo, Inc.

Globalization 229

Globalization Company McKinsey Leadership Development 229

Experience to Lead

JANUARY 29, 2024

To help you find the best resources amidst the endless maze of information, here are our top podcasts focusing on leadership strategy and development. Why Listen to Leadership Podcasts? These podcasts are a valuable resource for anyone looking to refine their leadership skills and strategies.

Emotional Intelligence 52

Emotional Intelligence Blanchard Leadership McKinsey 52

Rich Gee Group

OCTOBER 8, 2023

"AI doesn't replace leadership; it redefines it. As executives navigate the complex waters of modern-day leadership, understanding AI isn't just beneficial—it's essential. A report by McKinsey Global Institute estimates that AI could add $13 trillion to the global economy by 2030.

Supply Chain 195

Supply Chain Ethics Case Study Handbook 195

Eric Jacobson

JANUARY 26, 2024

The book, Power To The Middle , shows how managers are the crucial link between a company’s ground floor and top brass. However, new KcKinsey research reveals that this outdated perspective needs to change and that well-developed managers are the strategy that companies must prioritize to succeed today,” they add.

Middle Management 99

Middle Management Development Management McKinsey 99

The Horizons Tracker

MARCH 15, 2022

Indeed, McKinsey recently argued that one of the few plus points from the pandemic was it reinforced the importance of building change capabilities within our organizations. Across retail, automotive, financial services, and technology a number of common factors emerged that underpinned the ability of companies to weather the Covid storm.

Company 109

Company Hofstede Supply Chain Agility 109

QAspire

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

A lot of companies think of adaptability through short term measures like overhauling organization structure, changing the product strategy, putting new processes in place or bringing new talent. Updated: Visual Leadership Pack of 60+ HD Sketchnotes. Here’s a quick sketchnote summary of some of the key insights from the article.

Short-term 172

Short-term Tactics McKinsey Long-term 172

Great Leadership By Dan

MARCH 12, 2019

Guest post from Fiona Murden : In 1998 I graduated from business school feeling I knew all there was to know about leadership. As a result, those critical aspects of good leadership become even more important. Hence, I believe the fundamentals of good leadership are as true today as they ever were, but with a twist: 1.

Agility 256

Agility Leadership Open-book McKinsey 256

CO2

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

A McKinsey report hits the nail on the head – 94% of execs aren’t thrilled with their innovation game. The Telescope: Visionary Leadership Ever met a leader who could see around corners? Companies under visionary leaders are more profitable and have happier teams. It’s leadership with a heart. That’s our next trait.

Sharpe 78

Sharpe McKinsey Crisis Management Crisis 78

Great Results Team Building

APRIL 10, 2024

Analyze previous company rituals, communication styles, and decision-making processes. But remember, it’s not enough to identify the values that will drive decisions by all team members – Transparent and consistent communication from the CEO and leadership team is crucial. Go beyond surface-level responses.

Team 162

Team Workshop Team Building Mission Statement 162

Great Results Team Building

MARCH 1, 2023

Being a great teammate definitely helps your coworkers and your company succeed… By prioritizing building positive relationships with your colleagues, you can not only improve your own job satisfaction and productivity but also contribute to a more creative, innovative, and supportive team environment.

Teamwork 169

Teamwork McKinsey Conference Survey 169

ExactHire - Leadership

JUNE 3, 2022

When companies hire fresh graduates, they’re more likely to attain their diversity goals. According to McKinsey , companies succeeding at diversity are 35 percent more likely to enjoy profit margins above the median for their industry. Reach your diversity goals. A diverse workforce is good for your business. Campus Recruiting.

Company 52

Company Diversity Career Quality 52

The Practical Leader

MARCH 27, 2024

WorldatWork writer, Rebecca McKinsey’s investigative report on ROT mandates discovered they face a backlash over flexibility. Mistake #4: Mimicking other companies’ RTO plans. One argument about this issue at a leadership team retreat was that the company needed to use all the costly office space that was sitting empty.

Ryan 105

Ryan McKinsey Attrition Policies 105

LDRLB

NOVEMBER 29, 2011

A few weeks ago, Fortune Magazine released it’s 2011 list of the 25 Top Companies for Leaders. These 25 companies were voted the companies with the best leadership development programs. While the first few companies aren’t surprising (IBM, General Mills, P&G) the list takes a surprising turn.

Company 118

Company McKinsey Magazine Leadership Development 118

Great Leadership By Dan

OCTOBER 9, 2012

I’ve recently had the opportunity to help design a brand-new open-enrollment Woman’s Leadership Development Program to be offered through the University of New Hampshire’s Executive Development Program. Here are 10 Elements of a Great Woman’s Leadership Development Program: 1. Start with a solid research foundation.

Leadership Development 249

Leadership Development Development Committee Leadership 249

Experience to Lead

JANUARY 25, 2022

here’s no shortage of leadership advice on the internet, but figuring out which resources are actually valuable can feel like information overload. To help you cut through the noise, we’ve curated 10 of our favorite leadership blogs and podcasts for 2022 on leadership strategy and development. Tanveer Naseer Leadership.

Blog 52

Blog Leadership McKinsey Globalization 52

Strategy Driven

MARCH 3, 2020

When’s the last time your company created a talent strategy? The results from a new McKinsey Global Survey confirm the positive effects of talent management on business outcomes. Unemployment rates continue to drop, making it even more difficult for companies to staff their organizations. Three years ago? Five years ago?

Strategy 67

Strategy Company Talent Management McKinsey 67

Coaching Tip

FEBRUARY 8, 2016

Some of the world’s most well-managed companies offer intensive leadership training with an emphasis on creating an awareness of leadership. Author Shu Hattori writes in “The McKinsey Edge” that these approaches to leadership are among the many aspects of success in a competitive environment. Related articles.

Strategy 70

Strategy McKinsey Leadership Proposal 70

LDRLB

NOVEMBER 29, 2011

A few weeks ago, Fortune Magazine released it’s 2011 list of the 25 Top Companies for Leaders. These 25 companies were voted the companies with the best leadership development programs. While the first few companies aren’t surprising (IBM, General Mills, P&G) the list takes a surprising turn.

Company 94

Company McKinsey Magazine Leadership Development 94

QAspire

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

A lot of companies think of adaptability through short term measures like overhauling organization structure, changing the product strategy, putting new processes in place or bringing new talent. When we talk about building a sustainable culture, we have to move beyond tactics and address the fundamentals.

Short-term 91

Short-term Tactics McKinsey Long-term 91

QAspire

MAY 2, 2016

Leadership in a business context is challenging because its effectiveness depends not just on a leader’s key traits but also on organizational decision making, competitive forces and constantly changing external situation. I read 2016-1 edition of McKinsey Quarterly with great interest. Leadership and Change: Build These Three Muscles.

Leadership 70

Leadership McKinsey Situational Leadership Quality 70

Lead Change Blog

OCTOBER 4, 2017

Research conducted by McKinsey and Company found the customer experience, the more likely they will be to return and directly refer you to others. Here is the bizarre thing – most companies already intuitively know this! Nearly three-quarters of a customer’s loyalty is determined by how that customer is treated. But hold on.

Customer Loyalty 228

Customer Loyalty Forrester Loyalty McKinsey 228

HR Digest

JULY 28, 2021

What should companies do now? In a recent McKinsey Global Survey on the future of workforce needs, nearly nine in ten executives and managers say their organizations either face skills gap already or expect gaps to develop within the next five years. We are at a major inflection point that will largely determine the future of work.

McKinsey 134

McKinsey Aggregate Demand Industry Crisis 134

Eric Jacobson

JULY 17, 2023

The new book, Power To The Middle , shows how managers are the crucial link between a company’s ground floor and top brass. However, new KcKinsey research reveals that this outdated perspective needs to change and that well-developed managers are the strategy that companies must prioritize to succeed today,” they add.

Middle Management 65

Middle Management Management McKinsey Talent Management 65

The Practical Leader

DECEMBER 3, 2019

During a break in a recent leadership development workshop, I talked with the HR Director (let’s call him Rich) about all the work they were putting into revamping the organization’s promotion and performance management system. Rich’s company was doing nothing about changing their culture.

Leadership Development 80

Leadership Development Development Leadership Human Capital 80

First Friday Book Synopsis

APRIL 4, 2013

Here is a brief excerpt from an article co-authored by Roland Deiser and Sylvain Newton for The McKinsey Quarterly, published by McKinsey & Company, in which they explain how and why organizational social-media literacy is fast becoming a source of competitive advantage.

Media 117

Media Competitive Advantage Skills McKinsey 117

Great Leadership By Dan

AUGUST 6, 2015

Per the 2014 McKinsey research study of 1323 companies involved in organization redesign, less than a quarter of those transformation efforts succeeded. Another key characteristic for a successful organizational transformation is an active, end-to-end, and comprehensive leadership.

Leadership 120

Leadership Stage-Gate Critical Success Factor Objective 120

N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

These Human Resource leaders represent the top 25 human resources leaders shaping careers, culture, and talent at the world’s most innovative people driven companies. LFG has established itself as a powerful employer brand, and a company with a strong and stable culture. “What makes a great CHRO, great?

Human Resources 469

Human Resources Globalization Diversity Resources 469

CO2

NOVEMBER 28, 2011

Joanna Barsh Director at McKinsey & Co. introduces us to the Center Leadership Model on The Mix TV. JOANNA BARSH joined McKinsey & Company in 1981 and is a senior partner. Along with her consulting work, she leads the McKinsey Centered Leadership Project, whose goal is to help develop women leaders.

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McKinsey Leadership Workshop Long-term 84