Professor Iwan Barankay explores the much-debated benefits of employee wellness programs.…Read More Source: Knowledge @ Wharton Unpacking Employee Wellness Programs | Iwan Barankay

In a period of increasing political and economic uncertainty, government funding cuts, and AI that can outperform humans, many people are rightly worried about how those forces might disrupt their careers. Layoffs loom, and even those in senior leadership might soon experience – or have already endured – a setback they weren’t expecting. Whitney Read more about Unexpectedly Out of a Job? Here’s How to Bounce Back[…]

Survey results highlight Americans’ willingness to change jobs and occupations—if they can gain the needed skills. Source: McKinsey The upskilling imperative: Required at scale for the future of work

Sharpen your problem-solving skills the McKinsey way, with our weekly crossword. Each puzzle is created with the McKinsey audience in mind, and includes a subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) business theme for you to find. Answers that are directionally correct may not cut it if you’re looking for a quick win. Source: McKinsey The Read more about The McKinsey Crossword: Inner Turmoil | No. 232[…]

In India, Nigeria, and Kenya, distinct but systemic challenges prevent women from reaching leadership roles at scale. The countries could learn from each other to accelerate progress toward equity. Source: McKinsey Women in the Workplace 2025: India, Nigeria, and Kenya

Gen AI is set to create significant value across sectors, and Africa is poised to leapfrog other regions to capitalize on this transformative technology. Source: McKinsey Leading, not lagging: Africa’s gen AI opportunity

Family-owned businesses in South Africa are outperforming market averages. The best of them are on par with and, in some cases, outpacing global counterparts. Three areas set these leaders apart. Source: McKinsey Family fortunes: South Africa’s thriving family-owned businesses

Updating technology is essential but perceived as costly and difficult. Here’s our guide for property and casualty carriers. Source: McKinsey How P&C insurers can successfully modernize core systems

Centralizing business activities in global centers has transformed the efficiency of big enterprises. Next, these talent HQs have the power to become key sources of strategic competitive advantage. Source: McKinsey The future of global centers

Marketing professor Jonah Berger explains how virtual influencers can build trust with consumers.…Read More Source: Knowledge @ Wharton What Makes Virtual Influencers Effective?