Insights on People and Organizational Performance
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Organizational health is (still) the key to long-term performance
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McKinsey’s latest findings on organizational health demonstrate that it remains the best predictor of value creation and a sustainable source of competitive advantage in today’s global marketplace.
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Increasing your return on talent: The moves and metrics that matter
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Five actions can transform an organization’s talent system, establishing a culture of performance while boosting employee...
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Tradespeople wanted: The need for critical trade skills in the US
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US manufacturing and construction face a hiring crunch for skilled workers such as carpenters, electricians, welders, and plumbers....
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The human side of generative AI: Creating a path to productivity
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The number of employees who use generative AI is expected to soar, freeing many to focus on higher-level cognitive work. Can...
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How to identify employee disengagement
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More than half of employees say they’re disengaged at work—with implications for both morale and value creation. Do any of these...
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The frontline experience
Frontline workers are the backbone of an organization—and leaders can help create a better employee experience.
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People & Organization Blog
Short and snackable insights on topics related to people, talent management, organizational performance, purpose, agility, culture, change management, people analytics, leadership, and merger management from our experienced leaders at the forefront of today’s trends.
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McKinsey Talks Talent
Listen in to learn how to navigate a fast-changing landscape and prepare for the future of work by turning talent into competitive advantage. McKinsey partners Bryan Hancock and Brooke Weddle lead discussions with talent experts on transformational change and leadership development.
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It’s cool to be kind: The value of empathy at work
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Hybrid work. Talent shortages. Polarizing politics. Building a culture is tougher than ever. Recent research reveals the difference empathy can make—as well as how to develop it in your workplace.
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The shape of talent in 2023 and 2024
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If 2023 was the year of the manager and the launchpad for generative AI, what will 2024 bring for talent leaders?
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Human-centered AI: The power of putting people first
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A people-focused approach to AI can transform jobs for the better—and improve performance, too.
The five fifty
Navigate organizational opportunities and challenges with the help of a quick briefing in five—or a fifty-minute deeper dive
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Going for goal—a dependable approach to setting 2024 objectives
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The start of the year is the height of goal-setting season for many organizations, teams, and individuals. Here’s how to avoid...