Here’s another terrific article from McKinsey that I urge you to read.  All the links are provided.

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Curated by Molly Liebergall Digital Editor, New York

Looking back on 100 Author Talks interviews

Remember Tsedal Neeley’s prediction for the future of remote work? Or Indra Nooyi’s life lessons as the first woman of color and immigrant to run a Fortune 50 company? Maybe you took solace in Jennifer Moss’s advice for chronic burnout last winter. Since the first edition of Author Talks in December 2020, we’ve spoken with strategists, scientists, and executives about everything from workplace humor to the leadership traits people can learn from Navy SEALs. Check out the 100th edition of Author Talks, an interview with Bill George about his new book, and see the 10 most-read Author Talks interviews of all time below. For the latest from the series, bookmark the Author Talks page.

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What separates the best CEOs from the rest? Three McKinsey senior partners looked across more than 20 years’ worth of data on 7,800 CEOs from 3,500 public companies across 70 countries and 24 industries to identify the mindsets that helped top chief executives deliver extraordinary impact. Seek excellence

Make anxiety your ally How can we reclaim our relationship with anxiety, so it works for, and not against, us? Develop a healthy mindset

Tsedal Neeley on why remote work is here to stay—and how to get it right In a new book, Tsedal Neeley details how organizations can build and lead a culture of trust and inclusivity in a remote-work environment. Navigate the challenges

Attributes—not skills—determine whether you ‘cut it’ or not Retired Navy SEAL commander Rich Diviney explains why we react to stressors the way we do and how to achieve optimal performance. Hone your attributes

How to handle your work jerk Half of the battle against toxic behavior is identifying your own inner jerk. Deal with discomfort

Fred Dust on making conversations count In his new book, designer Fred Dust offers a blueprint for having more productive, deliberate, and purposeful conversations. Go deeper

Indra Nooyi on leadership, life, and crafting a better future The trailblazing former CEO of PepsiCo discusses the events that shaped her life and offers a blueprint for work–family conundrums. Hear her voice

Somebody tell a joke Two Stanford faculty members explain why we need more humor at work. The power of humor

Lead like a girl Dalia Feldheim says managers and executives, regardless of gender, can combat widespread burnout by embracing conventionally feminine leadership traits. Change your perspective

Why burnout is an epidemic—and what to do about it To solve the burnout epidemic, organizations need to look beyond traditional wellness perks. See the update