The Horizons Tracker

MAY 24, 2022

For all the hype surrounding technologies such as AI, for most of the last few years, there has been precious little return on the investments companies were making. Indeed, as recently as 2019, a survey from MIT Sloan and BCG found that around 70% of companies had seen no real return from their AI investments.

Company 121

Company Survey McKinsey Project 121

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 However, new KcKinsey research reveals that this outdated perspective needs to change and that well-developed managers are the strategy that companies must prioritize to succeed today,” they add.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 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. The importance of organizational agility was reaffirmed in a second report , from the Institute for Management Development’s (IMD) Future Readiness Centre.

Company 129

Company Hofstede Supply Chain Agility 129

Leading Blog

OCTOBER 27, 2023

It’s very easy to have what CEO Seah Chin Siong of the Singapore Institute of Management calls “goal erosion,” defining it as “Doing what is easy, going through the motions, but not doing the hard things the ultimate mission requires.” 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

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. Lastly, lack of experience for fresh graduates is a legitimate concern for hiring managers.

Company 98

Company Diversity Career Quality 98

Rich Gee Group

OCTOBER 8, 2023

A report by McKinsey Global Institute estimates that AI could add $13 trillion to the global economy by 2030. Supply chain management? Prioritize Data Management: AI thrives on data. As an executive, ensuring your business has a robust data management strategy is paramount. Is it customer service? Product recommendations?

Supply Chain 195

Supply Chain Ethics Case Study Handbook 195

Leading Blog

JULY 1, 2023

The Leap to Leader : How Ambitious Managers Make the Jump to Leadership by Adam Bryant The chasm separating managers from leaders is widening as the skills required to be an effective leader grow in number and complexity. Middle manager." Through them all, he's managed to guide his team out the other side successfully.

Books 245

Books Leadership Middle Management Chemicals 245

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

Women on Business

JULY 18, 2012

A study from McKinsey & Co reveals some possible reasons why the careers of most business women stall at middle management. Vikram Malhotra, McKinsey’s chairman of the Americas, says, ‘Middle-management women get promoted on performance, while middle-management men get promoted on potential.’

Middle Management 184

Middle Management McKinsey Management Committee 184

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. Sometimes I'll even call the person in charge of talent management.

Globalization 229

Globalization Company McKinsey Leadership Development 229

The Practical Leader

MARCH 27, 2024

” They found that many managers are using this issue as a scapegoat for their organization’s poor results. WorldatWork writer, Rebecca McKinsey’s investigative report on ROT mandates discovered they face a backlash over flexibility. Mistake #2: Signaling you’ve lost trust in workers and managers.

Ryan 105

Ryan McKinsey Attrition Policies 105

First Friday Book Synopsis

JUNE 3, 2012

For more than half a century, The McKinsey Quarterly has shaped and informed the top management agenda. We’re all marketers now Engaging customers today requires commitment from the entire company—and a redefined marketing organization.more Global cities of the future An interactive [.].

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McKinsey Article Commitment Globalization 85

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. Starbucks’ decision to go outside the company for their new CEO indicates either an inability to effectively develop leaders to the highest level or a desire for something different.

CEO 130

CEO Leadership Styles McKinsey Short-term 130

Women on Business

AUGUST 16, 2012

NEWS AND INSIGHTS UPDATE: Which companies require the most interview preparation? Glassdoor.com put together a list of the 25 companies that are hardest on potential employees during the interview process. McKinsey & Co. More Details : 25 toughest companies for job interviewees via management.fortune.cnn.com.

Company 187

Company McKinsey Consultative Review 187

Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

It can also significantly impact a company’s ability to attract and retain talented employees. A study encompassing over 600,000 individuals across various professions revealed that top performers are up to 800% more productive in complex jobs like software development and management. were actively disengaged.

Operations 120

Operations Loyalty Efficiency Human Capital 120

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. Coronavirus has changed the way Americans work. A STITCH IN TIME.

McKinsey 134

McKinsey Aggregate Demand Industry Crisis 134

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. Lastly, lack of experience for fresh graduates is a legitimate concern for hiring managers.

Company 52

Company Diversity Career Quality 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

N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Let’s dive into how to use this process to set your people and company up for success. Executive onboarding is the process that supports your new executive as they transition into a position with your company, and it goes far beyond simply providing them with an orientation and welcoming them to the team. What Is Executive Onboarding?

Execution 340

Execution Succession How To Process 340

CO2

JANUARY 14, 2024

Navigating this labyrinth requires more than traditional management skills; it demands a deep understanding of oneself and the ability to inspire and lead others effectively. A study by McKinsey & Company highlights that 86% of CEOs who prioritized innovation successfully led their companies through recent economic uncertainties.

Leadership 78

Leadership Executive Coaching McKinsey Leadership Styles 78

First Friday Book Synopsis

SEPTEMBER 19, 2011

Here is an excerpt from another outstanding article featured by The McKinsey Quarterly, published by McKinsey & Company, in which Joanna Barsh and Lareina Yee explain how and why leaders who are serious about getting more women into senior management need a hard-edged approach to overcome the invisible barriers holding them back.

McKinsey 80

McKinsey Company Article Management 80

leaderCommunicator

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

This historic departure of workers isn’t expected to abate any time soon—a recent McKinsey & Company survey found that 40% of employees are at least somewhat likely to leave their employer in the next three to six months. Being valued by their manager and organization; a sense of belonging, and yes, work-life balance.

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McKinsey Survey Report Organization 100

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

Career Advancement

AUGUST 12, 2019

Renae Asks: I’m trying to use my time wisely, and that means being strategic in the leadership training opportunities I pursue, as well as the ones I set up for the team I manage. Interpersonal roles, such as leading a team, representing the company to the outside world, and acting as a liaison. —Vince Lombardi.

Quality 166

Quality Leadership McKinsey Training 166

First Friday Book Synopsis

JANUARY 19, 2012

Here is an excerpt from still another outstanding article, written by Oliver Alexy and Markus Reitzig, featured online by The McKinsey Quarterly (January 2012), and published by McKinsey & Company.

McKinsey 114

McKinsey Innovation Management Article 114

CO2

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

A McKinsey report hits the nail on the head – 94% of execs aren’t thrilled with their innovation game. Companies under visionary leaders are more profitable and have happier teams. Boston Consulting Group tells us that resilient leaders are better at crisis management. That’s where adaptability comes in. That’s our next trait.

Sharpe 78

Sharpe McKinsey Crisis Management Crisis 78

First Friday Book Synopsis

JUNE 17, 2012

Here is an excerpt from another outstanding article featured by The McKinsey Quarterly, published by McKinsey & Company. It was co-authored by Matthew Guthridge, Asmus B. Komm, and Emily Lawson.

Talent Management 97

Talent Management McKinsey Management Article 97

CoachStation

AUGUST 26, 2022

Yet, too often managers see them as negotiable. Gallup estimates that managers account for at least 70% of the variance in employee engagement across business units. Unfortunately, these criteria miss a crucial element: the right talent to succeed as a manager and leader. None of these points are theories. You have options.

Motivation 130

Motivation McKinsey Attrition Influence 130

First Friday Book Synopsis

OCTOBER 2, 2013

Here is a brief excerpt from an article co-authored by Tsun-Yan Hsieh and Stephen Bear for McKinsey & Company. In it, they explain why a leader’s best chance to lock in new organizational norms is usually during the first few months on the job. That would include but not be limited to a CEO or […].

CEO 70

CEO McKinsey Management Efficiency 70

HR Digest

JUNE 16, 2023

Companies need their HR functions as they’ve never needed them before not only to lead the digital transformation wave and new ways of working for people related issues but to put the ”human” at the center and ensure that the workplaces become fairer, better, and more humane.

McKinsey 98

McKinsey Agility Learning-by-Doing Organization 98

Lead on Purpose

DECEMBER 14, 2013

While you might hear these statements from any manager, they all have one thing in common: the lack of specificity. Organizations need good managers and exceptional leaders (at all levels of your business). These ought to fall in line with the overall goals of the company. Test your management strategies. Measure again.

Metrics 190

Metrics Management Katz How To 190

Lead Change Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Research from McKinsey indicates that people living “their purpose at work” report five times higher levels of wellbeing and are four times likely to be more engaged in their work, which in turn leads to higher levels of productivity and profitability. Make purpose part of the first conversation between line manager and the team.

McKinsey 231

McKinsey Crisis Uncertainty Long-term 231

CO2

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Set Small, Achievable Goals: Break down overwhelming tasks into smaller, manageable steps. – According to a McKinsey report , companies with leaders who demonstrate vulnerability and adaptability in the face of doubt outperform their competitors in innovation and profitability.

Succession 78

Succession Uncertainty Leadership McKinsey 78

Strategy Driven

AUGUST 11, 2023

A study by the Harvard Business Review reveals that prioritizing effective communication amplifies collaboration and innovation, propelling companies 50% ahead of competitors. Cohesive messaging enhances reliability, managing client expectations, while empathy injects a personal touch, resonating emotionally.

Training 115

Training Active Listening Bond McKinsey 115

Chart Your Course

AUGUST 22, 2014

Only 52 percent of companies spend their time in a way that aligns with their strategic goals, according to a McKinsey survey of 1,500 executives from businesses of all sizes around the world. Calendar Management. The most essential time management technology for increasing your productivity is calendar scheduling software.

Tools 133

Tools Productivity Products Company 133

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 Results Team Building

APRIL 10, 2024

Utilize management interviews, employee surveys, and even customer feedback , but don’t stop there. Analyze previous company rituals, communication styles, and decision-making processes. Remember, culture isn’t just perks or dress code; it’s the fabric that holds a company together.

Team 162

Team Workshop Team Building Mission Statement 162