
McKinsey Talks Talent
Listen in to learn how to navigate a fast-changing business landscape and prepare for the future of work by turning talent into competitive advantage. McKinsey talent experts Brooke Weddle and Bryan Hancock lead discussions with globally recognized experts and thought leaders on talent, transformational change, and leadership development.
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Jul 27, 2022 • 27min
The office of the future: A whole new (floor) plan
Read more > Listen to the podcast (duration: 27:06) > In this episode of the McKinsey Talks Talent podcast, McKinsey talent leaders Bryan Hancock and Bill Schaninger speak with senior expert Phil Kirschner about the office space of the future: what workers want, what employers need, and how workplaces will need to change accordingly.See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Apr 27, 2022 • 17min
Stave off attrition with an internal talent marketplace
Read more > Listen to the podcast (duration: 17:27) > There’s a talent shortage and many jobs to fill. By using an internal talent marketplace, organizations can hire from within. The result is win-win. Emily Field, expert associate partner joins talent partners Bryan Hancock, Bill Schaninger, and McKinsey's global editorial director, Lucia Rahilly, to discuss.See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Apr 4, 2022 • 22min
Is worker power on the rise?
Read more > Listen to the podcast (duration: 21:44) > Quitting is up, and so are wages. As the Great Attrition persists, employer–employee dynamics appear to be changing. But who actually benefits—and how durably? Hear talent experts Bill Schaninger and Bryan Hancock share their thoughts on who has power, who doesn't – and why.See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Feb 24, 2022 • 25min
Talent at a turning point: How people analytics can help
Read more > Listen to the podcast (duration: 25:11) > Rising resignations. Hybrid work. The diversity imperative. Leaders are navigating a talent market in flux. Today, hear from David Green, coauthor (with Jonathan Ferrar) of Excellence in People Analytics. He speaks with McKinsey’s Bryan Hancock and Bill Schaninger about a talent market in the throes of changes—and how HR leaders can use people analytics to navigate the current inflection point successfully.See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Jan 27, 2022 • 26min
How business should move forward in 2022 as the pandemic persists
Read more > Listen to the podcast (duration: 25:47) > In a wide-ranging discussion, hear Bryan and Bill discuss the Great Attrition, employee mental health and the significance of thoughtful middle managers as the pandemic persists.See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Jun 30, 2021 • 41min
LGBTQ+ inclusion in the workplace
Read more > Listen to the podcast (duration: 40:45) > Too often, LGBTQ+ workers are "the only" in the office, which can lead to feelings of isolation. Diana Ellsworth, McKinsey partner and leader of our work on diversity, equity, and inclusion, talks with McKinsey talent experts Bryan Hancock and Bill Schaninger about our latest research on how to better support our LGBTQ+ colleagues -- not just during Pride month, but year-round.See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Jun 11, 2021 • 35min
Culture in the hybrid workplace
Read more > Listen to the podcast (duration: 34:34) > Hybrid is happening. Is your culture ready? Hear from McKinsey talent experts Bryan Hancock, Bill Schaninger and Brooke Weddle on the need to radically reshape culture for the hybrid workplace— and on how to get started.See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

May 13, 2021 • 35min
Grabbing hold of the new future of work
Read more > Listen to the podcast (duration: 34:56) > The COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped existing workforce trends and catalyzed new ones. Here’s what’s next—and what to do about it.See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Mar 23, 2021 • 33min
The elusive inclusive workplace
Read more > Listen to the podcast (duration: 33:07) > You’ve committed to fast progress on diversity. Are your talent practices helping--or hindering?See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Feb 5, 2021 • 29min
The vanishing middle manager
Read more > Listen to the podcast (duration: 28:44) > In the COVID-19 pandemic, middle management is once more under assault. But what do we stand to lose in a flatter future?See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information
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