“When people serve a bigger purpose than them, a true mission, or love something more than themselves, they do extraordinary things,” says former Marine Corps Captain Nate Boaz in an interview with McKinsey’s Scott Blackburn.

Most employees—about 70 percent—say their sense of purpose is largely defined by work. Despite this, many find…

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Author Talks: Fighting the good fight

Are you built to face your greatest fears head-on? Marine Corps veteran and Microsoft executive Nate Boaz shares ways to develop the courage to get through the most trying times—and come out on top.

The movement to diversify Silicon Valley is crumbling amid attacks on DEI

Groups like Girls in Tech and Women Who Code promised to attract women and people of color to the tech industry. Now they’re closing up shop or rebranding their efforts to stay afloat

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The movement to diversify Silicon Valley is crumbling amid attacks on DEI

Groups that promote diversity in tech are shutting their doors, laying off staff, and rebranding their efforts to stay afloat amid backlash against DEI.

The loneliest job? How top CEOs manage dilemmas and vulnerability https://mck.co/4dhed4u

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The loneliest job? How top CEOs manage dilemmas and vulnerability

Insights from around 100 senior leaders on five common dilemmas that complicate their ability to lead in the face of competing priorities.

Digital push is driving out mid-level banking staff: RBI https://ethrworld.com/s/c7md2pb

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Digital push is driving out mid-level banking staff: RBI - ETHRWorld

Digital Push: RBI governor Shaktikanta Das said that the increased usage of digital channels will create HR challenges in financial services, requiring lenders to invest in upskilling and reskilling staff.

Let nature boost your team’s creativity and performance

Studies show that time spent in nature has a positive effect on attention span and well-being. Companies that harness its power can create a resilient and productive workforce for the long term. https://mck.co/3gbUoUJ

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(Extremely) out of office: Let nature boost your team’s creativity and performance

In this article, we explore new research that shows how companies can use outdoor team building activities to create a more resilient and productive workforce.

Inside the engine room: Debunking the myths of scaling a new business

Demystifying the narrative around five fundamental elements will help start-ups and scale-ups grow efficiently and continuously.

When starting a company, founders should consider what organizational setup and talent are required to develop, produce, deliver, maintain, and…

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Inside the engine room: Debunking the myths of scaling a new business

Demystifying the narrative around five fundamental elements will help start-ups and scale-ups grow efficiently and continuously.

Managing in the era of gen AI

Will middle managers survive the latest bout of disruption and delayering? Should they? https://mck.co/4d0jXQA

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Managing in the era of gen AI

Will middle managers survive the latest bout of disruption and delayering? Should they?

As leaders, we’re trained to have the answers. We set the strategy, the roadmap, the headcount, the resourcing. Answers are a fundamental part of the job. Or at least that’s the common misperception in leading teams. We think we need to have answers. This is especially true with artificial intelligence (AI), when the buzz is palpable and our…

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How to Build a Culture of AI Experimentation

Tips for meaningful individual experimentation with AI at work from leaders at Slack and Women Defining AI.