You’re not imagining it: the past five years have taken a toll on human resources. Here’s how leaders can help. Source: McKinsey Why being in HR is getting tougher—and how to break through

Reid Hoffman is one of the most prominent and recognizable voices in Silicon Valley, and after predicting some of the biggest trends that have shaped our world in the last 25 years, he is sharing his thoughts on the future of artificial intelligence. In this interview with HBR Editor in Chief Adi Ignatius, Hoffman Read more about Future of Business: Reid Hoffman on Managing Technological Change and Innovation[…]

Before his death in 2020, extensive biographies of civil rights icon John Lewis did not exist. A new biography sheds light on this dynamic leader and congressman and explains why his message still resonates. Source: McKinsey Author Talks: What you don’t know about John Lewis

You’ve heard of Black Friday. But today’s consumers increasingly shop for trips on Travel Tuesday. How can travel industry players benefit from this trend? Source: McKinsey Travel Tuesday is real—and growing

A corporation with multiple businesses should not be valued less than the sum of its parts—so long as those parts perform in line with their peers and investors have the transparency they need. Source: McKinsey Is your ‘conglomerate discount’ a performance discount or a communication problem?

Creating effective teams depends on multiple factors, including high levels of trust and communication, and understanding team context. A new approach helps elevate performance and create value. Source: McKinsey Go, teams: When teams get healthier, the whole organization benefits

Our October obituaries also include a staunch advocate for older adults, a surgical innovator, and an award-winning photographer who enabled many to see underserved communities through a new lens. Source: McKinsey A corporate visionary, a retail CEO, and a fashion designer

Wharton experts discuss the Yankees and the upcoming election.…Read More Source: Knowledge @ Wharton World Series | Election Analytics

Daniel Kahneman, the psychologist whose findings helped launch behavioral economics, passed away this March. The encouraging words he shared with me offer good news for organizations. Source: McKinsey What I learned from Daniel Kahneman

After several challenging years, South Africa’s grocery market appears to be turning a corner. What are the implications for grocery players? Source: McKinsey Turning a corner: The State of Grocery Retail 2024