Top 10 | Podcasts

As 2022 draws to a close, we’re revisiting our most popular insights of the year. Today, we give you our most listened-to podcast episodes, which focus on topics including leadership lessons from CEOs, the role of ESG, and more. At No. 1. is the At the Edge podcast episode, What is the metaverse—and what does it mean for business?, by Chris Bradley, Rebecca Doherty, and co-authors. Read on for our full top 10, and don’t miss McKinsey Publishing’s 2022 year in review for a month-by-month journey of some the year’s biggest inflection points.

4. The office of the future: A whole new (floor) plan

Revisiting your talent strategy for a hybrid world? Think hard about the purpose and design of your office space. Embrace change 

5. The rising risk of a global food crisis

The war in Ukraine poses a looming threat to the worldwide food supply. Here’s what’s at stake—and what might be done to help. Understand the issues 

6. The state of burnout for women in the workplace

Women are doing more to support employee well-being but face higher stress levels as a result. Here’s how leaders can help. Listen up 

7. Digital transformation on the CEO agenda

Successful digital transformations may not be as elusive as you think. The best CEOs know up front what success looks like—and what stands in their way. Get better, faster 

8. IoT comes of age

McKinsey research shows that adoption of IoT technologies has increased exponentially the past five years—but successful implementation still eludes some. Here’s how to get it right. Connect physical and digital worlds 

9. Voices of CEO excellence: Morgan Stanley’s James Gorman

The chair and CEO of the financial services giant explains how he reshaped the firm in the wake of the financial crisis. Learn his views on strategy 

10. Understanding the SEC’s proposed climate risk disclosure rule

A new rule proposed by the SEC would require companies to significantly increase their reporting on climate risk. We look at the implications for senior executives. Read deliberately 

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