Rural communities account for more than 70 percent of US land and generate over $2 trillion in economic output. How can we ensure that scale is matched by opportunity for the people who live there? Source: McKinsey The promise and potential of rural America

Two new surveys suggest 12 solutions for public service organizations looking to attract and retain the next generation of workers. Source: McKinsey Attracting Gen Z talent into US public service

The CEO and the president of BJC Health System discuss the challenges of combining two large organizations and the critical role of culture and leadership in achieving success. Source: McKinsey Leading a best-in-class health system integration

Expert in strategic communication shares insights on how to think quickly, listen actively, and speak effectively in high-stakes situations.…Read More Source: Knowledge @ Wharton Matt Abrahams, Host of Think Fast, Talk Smart: The Podcast

Declining enrollment and funding, rising costs, and increasing student needs are putting public school districts under pressure. Our latest survey reveals K–12 leaders’ concerns and reactions. Source: McKinsey From surplus to scarcity: K–12 districts brace for leaner years

Ten finance solutions can mainstream nature in capital markets. Source: McKinsey Finance solutions for nature: Pathways to returns and outcomes

Wharton marketing professor discusses how to manage expectations and evaluate value creation in fast-changing innovations.…Read More Source: Knowledge @ Wharton Balancing Optimism and Caution in Innovation and Business Strategy

Google data expert discusses how search trends reveal evolving fan interests in sports and their broader cultural impact.…Read More Source: Knowledge @ Wharton Tracking Fan Behavior Through Google Sports Trends Data

With new leagues, growing audiences, and rising valuations, women’s sports is scaling fast. Infrastructure, strategy, and investment are helping transform it into a sustainable, high-growth industry. Source: McKinsey Talent wins: The growing business of women’s sports

Wharton’s Santiago Gallino gives three recommendations for supermarkets to stop losing money on online sales.…Read More Source: Knowledge @ Wharton Why Online Sales Aren’t Profitable for Grocery Stores