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Mar 27, 2025 • 27min

When the career ladder breaks for women—and how to succeed anyway

Lareina Yee, a Senior Partner at McKinsey and co-author of "The Broken Rung," dives into the stark disparities in career advancement between men and women. The discussion reveals that for every 100 men promoted, only 81 women ascend, underlining systemic obstacles. Yee emphasizes the importance of male allies and inclusive workplace environments. She shares actionable strategies for women to excel, including networking and proactive planning, while also touching on the challenges of balancing motherhood with career ambitions.
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Mar 13, 2025 • 24min

Gen AI is here—but where are its users?

Navin Chaddha, managing partner at Mayfield Fund and an expert in early-stage AI investments, dives into the complex landscape of Generative AI adoption. He discusses the slow employee uptake of this technology and its implications for talent management and organizational structure. Chaddha highlights the promise versus reality of AI, emphasizing the potential for enhancing human creativity through hybrid collaboration. The conversation further touches on the evolving role of leadership as businesses adapt to AI, ultimately advocating for a hopeful future in the workforce.
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Mar 5, 2025 • 8min

McKinsey’s highlights from Mobile World Congress

Companies are getting practical about how to create value from gen AI – while 5G, satellites, and innovations in phone design also take center stage. This is a special, bonus episode of The McKinsey Podcast. McKinsey Partner Ferry Grijpink joined McKinsey Editorial Director Roberta Fusaro to share some immediate takeaways from the annual Mobile World Congress event in Barcelona. Theme music composed, performed, and produced by Joy Ngiaw.See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information
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Feb 28, 2025 • 26min

What's next for global banking?

Join Klaus Dallerup, a McKinsey Senior Partner renowned for his insights on global banking trends, and Pradip Patiath, another Senior Partner specializing in digital financial services, as they explore the future of banking. They discuss the industry's recent profitability contrasted with emerging skepticism. Key topics include the productivity challenges banks face despite tech investments, the intense competition for talent, and the transformative potential of cryptocurrency. Discover strategies for navigating volatility and evolving client expectations in this dynamic landscape.
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Feb 14, 2025 • 26min

Building leaders from the ground up

Ida Kristensen, a Senior Partner at McKinsey, sheds light on the pressing challenges CEOs face today, which have doubled in complexity since a decade ago. She discusses essential leadership traits like resilience and energy management, emphasizing the need for a 'leadership factory' to nurture effective leaders. Kristensen also breaks down the three key types of organizational resilience—financial, operational, and individual—using Best Buy as a compelling case study to illustrate adaptability and innovative practices in a changing landscape.
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Jan 29, 2025 • 21min

Special episode: Debriefing Davos 2025

In this discussion, McKinsey senior partners Daniel Pacthod and Rodney Zemmel share insights from the bustling Davos 2025. They dive into how AI is reshaping business and the urgent need for leaders to adapt to geopolitical shifts. The conversation highlights the contrasting views of optimism and caution from different regions. They also emphasize the importance of workforce health, particularly for women, and how organizations must invest in employee well-being to enhance resilience. Insights into navigating uncertainty in business leadership round out their compelling discussion.
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Jan 16, 2025 • 19min

Navigating the new geopolitical uncertainty

Cindy Levy and Shubham Singhal, global coleaders of McKinsey’s geopolitics work, share their expertise on navigating today's complex geopolitical landscape. They discuss how shifting global dynamics create both risks and opportunities for businesses. Key insights include the need for leaders to reassess market strategies, particularly in fast-growing regions like India and Southeast Asia. They also highlight the critical importance of tariff awareness and the agility required in financial services to adapt to trade policy changes.
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63 snips
Dec 19, 2024 • 15min

Replaying a full year of The McKinsey Podcast—in just ten minutes

Dive into the year’s highlights, where technology and talent took center stage. Discover how businesses are adapting to AI and digital transformation, emphasizing the vital role of C-suite collaboration. Explore the need for caring leadership in tech-driven workplaces and innovative ways to tackle decarbonization. The discussion unveils consumer insights crucial for climate adaptation, while transformative book recommendations inspire a brighter future in leadership and personal purpose.
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Dec 12, 2024 • 19min

The industries reshaping our global economy

Chris Bradley, director of the McKinsey Global Institute, discusses the transformative forces reshaping the global economy. He introduces the concept of 'wizard' versus 'muggle' industries and explores how new arenas are redefining competitive landscapes. The conversation touches on critical elements for success, like platform establishment and investment dynamics, and highlights the importance of staying agile in markets influenced by rapid technological advancements. Lastly, the evolution of e-commerce reveals stark contrasts between online and offline retail trends.
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8 snips
Nov 21, 2024 • 27min

What will it take for working women to rise?

Join Alexis Krivkovich and Lareina Yee, senior partners at McKinsey and experts on women in the workplace, as they delve into a decade of research illuminating the progress and setbacks women face in their careers. They discuss troubling trends in diversity commitments and the unique challenges faced by women of color. The conversation includes practical allyship strategies for leaders and innovative solutions to advance women's roles in corporate America, emphasizing the urgent need for systemic change and equity in the workplace.

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