Inside the Strategy Room 219. How leadership is changing for a changing world
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Sep 27, 2024 
Kurt Strovink and Ramesh Srinivasan, both senior partners and coauthors of a new McKinsey book, are joined by Hans-Werner Kaas and Dana Maor. They explore how leadership is transforming in a fast-paced world, emphasizing empathy, humility, and continuous learning. The conversation highlights the inspiring leadership journey of Feeding America’s CEO amidst crisis, the importance of mentorship, and the balance between stress and resilience. They advocate for a more human-centric approach to nurture effective leaders and healthier organizational cultures.
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The Importance and Evolution of Leadership
- Effective leadership significantly impacts shareholder returns, transformations, and market valuations.
- Today's rapidly changing world requires leaders to adapt and address new challenges like geopolitics and technological advancements.
Expanding CEO Agendas
- CEOs face an expanding agenda, including geopolitics, supply chain issues, and frontline connectivity.
- They must also navigate technology's role, and engage with organizational purpose and meaning.
Developing Key Leadership Skills
- Develop a "to-be" list, focusing on desired daily leadership qualities and emotional responses.
- Embrace human connection and experiment with different leadership styles, as demonstrated during the COVID crisis.