

#270 Leadership in the AI Era with Dana Maor, Senior Partner at McKinsey & Company
39 snips Dec 16, 2024
Dana Maor, a Senior Partner at McKinsey & Company and co-author of 'The Journey to Leadership', discusses the complexities of modern leadership. She emphasizes the importance of empathy and vulnerability in fostering trust and innovation. Together with Adel, they explore how leaders can balance performance with authentic connections, navigate the challenges of a multi-generational workforce, and cultivate a culture of belonging in hybrid environments. They also highlight strategies for embracing learning from failure and promoting transparency within teams.
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Qualities of a Great Leader
- Great leaders balance confidence and resilience with empathy and humility.
- They understand their unique position and help others navigate competing demands.
Human-Centric Leadership
- Human-centered leadership involves admitting you don't have all the answers and actively listening to others.
- It requires versatility in knowing when to lead, follow, push, or support.
Swiss Life's Crisis
- Bruno Pfister, Swiss Life's CFO turned CEO, initially struggled with empowering his team during the 2008 crisis.
- By admitting he was wrong and listening to his team, he facilitated the company's recovery.