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Who can really claim to be a privacy engineer? Does this change in the digital marketing arena? What is the winning formula to integrate this role within the company's privacy practice? Thomas Ghys has worked as a management consultant, data scientist, and data strategist, including a 5-year stint at McKinsey, prior to setting up his own privacy engineering practice. He has deep expertise in MarTech and AdTech, auditing traditional machine learning models and data flows. He is also the founder and CEO of Webclew, a tool that helps with the auditing of websites and mobile apps. References: Thomas Ghys on LinkedIn Webclew: scanning websites and apps for privacy risks CNIL: a focus on mobile SDKs, announcing enforcement actions in 2025 Thomas Ghys: BAPD expectations for cookie compliancy unattainable for most publishers Dr. Augustine Fou: dismantling marketing attribution, ad fraud controls, and the business case for third-party cookies (Masters of Privacy, February 2024)

Episode 718: Sam Parr ( https://x.com/theSamParr ) and Shaan Puri ( https://x.com/ShaanVP ) talk about stuff that hit the group chat this week. — Show Notes: (0:00) Apple Just Unlocked a $1B App Idea (04:13) McKinsey got $55M for This? (10:28) Frank Slootman's Ice-Cold Advice (16:20) “Treat people well, and you'll win.” (24:41)  Man steals $122 million from Facebook and Google,  (28:17)  ChatGPT's $10B ARR retention curve (34:58) Elon v. Trump Meltdown (39:54) Ramp's Monopolist Pitch Deck (46:22) Rich Guy House Alert: Gary Tan Edition (48:55) Sam's First Ever Bookmark — Links: • Want Sam's top 7 books for entrepreneurs (& his reading strategy)? Get it here: https://clickhubspot.com/kmb • Apple AlarmKit announcement (WWDC) - https://developer.apple.com/wwdc23/  • Waymo Self-Driving Cars - https://waymo.com/  • Ramp (Eric Glyman's company) - https://ramp.com/• Brex - https://www.brex.com/  • Amp It Up - https://tinyurl.com/5ak4ckux  • Les Schwab: Pride in Performance - https://tinyurl.com/5ch39nrv • TBPN - https://www.youtube.com/@thebrospodcastnetwork  — Check Out Shaan's Stuff: • Shaan's weekly email - https://www.shaanpuri.com  • Visit https://www.somewhere.com/mfm to hire worldwide talent like Shaan and get $500 off for being an MFM listener. Hire developers, assistants, marketing pros, sales teams and more for 80% less than US equivalents. • Mercury - Need a bank for your company? Go check out Mercury (mercury.com). Shaan uses it for all of his companies! Mercury is a financial technology company, not an FDIC-insured bank. Banking services provided by Choice Financial Group, Column, N.A., and Evolve Bank & Trust, Members FDIC — Check Out Sam's Stuff: • Hampton - https://www.joinhampton.com/ • Ideation Bootcamp - https://www.ideationbootcamp.co/ • Copy That - https://copythat.com • Hampton Wealth Survey - https://joinhampton.com/wealth • Sam's List - http://samslist.co/ My First Million is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by HubSpot Media // Production by Arie Desormeaux // Editing by Ezra Bakker Trupiano

What is perception bias, and why does it matter, and how does hyper-personalization stop bias?Perception bias is our tendency to interpret people and behaviors based on our own filters—whether that's age, gender, role, or past experience. We don't mean to do it. But we all do. It's fast, automatic, and often subconscious.Here's the catch: Bias doesn't just hurt inclusion—it kills engagement. According to Deloitte's 2025 Human Capital Trends report, 71% of employees expect personalized experiences at work, but only 23% of organizations are delivering them effectively. That gap? It's where bias thrives.When people feel misunderstood or misjudged, they check out. And burnout? It's not always caused by workload. It's often caused by people feeling unseen, unheard, and undervalued. That's perception bias in action.Neuroscience backs this up. The brain's anterior cingulate cortex—the region tied to pain and conflict—lights up when we feel socially excluded, similar to physical pain. Feeling like a number isn't just demotivating—it's neurologically distressing. How hyper-personalization flips the scriptSo what's the reset? It's personal. Literally.Hyper-personalization uses real-time data, AI, and behavioral insights to create tailored experiences that meet employees where they are. Think learning styles, communication preferences, reward motivators, even snack and feedback preferences.When leaders co-create profiles with their teams—knowing what energizes them, how they like to receive feedback, what stresses them out—you close the assumption gap. And when people feel seen, they show up differently.

My guest this week is back for another episode adventure. He was one of my very first guests on The CMO Whisperer—Dave Edelman. A longtime thought leader in marketing and customer experience, Dave has amassed over 1 million followers on LinkedIn. Over the past 30 years, he's led strategy and digital marketing practices at BCG, Digitas, and McKinsey, and also served as the Chief Marketing Officer at Aetna. Today, he's an executive advisor and senior fellow at Harvard Business School, where he works closely with enterprise-scale companies and AI startups. His new book, Personalized Customer Strategy in the Age of AI, debuted at number four on USA Today's Bestsellers list. And just for kicks—he was recently named an AI Trailblazer by Adweek. 

"It was dark, and I remember looking over the ledge thinking, 'What's down there?' I probably don't want to know…" Deirdre Keane has never encountered an adventure she didn't want to pursue. The pediatric ICU nurse turned McKinsey consultant is always on the run, whether it's at a world marathon major or it's completing — and winning! — the World Marathon Challenge, running seven marathons in seven days on seven continents. Deirdre's latest endorphin chase: the Everest Extreme Ultra Marathon! In this conversation, she talks about the three-week excursion traversing glaciers and mountain passes and, ultimately, an unplanned trek back to base camp. Warning: This episode may inspire you to go do something big, scary, and life-changing.  SPONSOR:  New Balance: Click here to shop the just-released New Balance FuelCell Rebel v5! In this episode: Deirdre's introduction to the Everest Extreme Ultra Marathon, and how she was able to make it happen (4:00) Deirdre's lasting relationships with her World Marathon Challenge crew (7:30) How Deirdre planned to complete the Everest Extreme Ultra Marathon, and what her training was like (9:00) The logistical components of the Everest Extreme Ultra Marathon (17:20) Deirdre's adventures before the ultra, summitting Island Peak (21:45) What it was like seeing Mount Everest for the first time (36:20) All about the Everest accommodations (41:00) Deirdre talks about completing the Everest Extreme Ultra Marathon (45:30) On finishing the Everest Extreme Ultra Marathon — and the road away from the mountain (58:40) Deirdre's top takeaways from this experience (1:08:40) What's next on the run for Deirdre (1:10:40) Follow Ali: Instagram @aliontherun1 Join the Facebook group Support on Patreon Subscribe to the newsletter SUPPORT the Ali on the Run Show! If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Spread the run love. And if you liked this episode, share it with your friends!

As CEO challenges go, facing a global threat that is existential not just for your company but for your industry is among the worst possible. American Airlines’ former Chairman and CEO, Doug Parker, has been through this twice while leading an airline, following the 9/11 attacks in New York and the COVID-19 pandemic. In this episode, he speaks with McKinsey Senior Partner Celia Huber about how these experiences helped him become a better leader. Doug Parker has served as CEO of three airlines: America West, US Airways, and American Airlines. He currently serves on the board of Qantas. Celia Huber is a McKinsey senior partner in our Bay Area office, where she leads our board services work in North America. Related insights Better together: Three ways to boost board–CEO collaboration The State of Aviation 2025 Geopolitical resilience: The new board imperative Resilience pulse check: Harnessing collaboration to navigate a volatile world McKinsey Insights on Strategy & Corporate Finance McKinsey Insights on M&A McKinsey Strategy & Corporate Finance on LinkedInSupport the show: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/mckinsey-strategy-&-corporate-finance/See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Bli med på en eksklusiv live-utgave av GRIT-podcasten fra Venture Night – arrangert av McKinsey & Company, Venture Summit og Ferd Impact Investing. Panelet besto av personer som virkelig har levd GRIT i praksis:Leif Kristian Nestvold-Haugen – tidligere toppalpinist, nå gründerAndreas Mjelde – gründer og daglig leder (CEO) av Two, et ledende norsk fintech-selskap innen B2B-betalinger Inger Ellen Nicolaisen – suksessrik gründer med lang erfaring i norsk næringslivDe delte sine unike perspektiver på det å skape noe stort – enten det er i idrett, tech eller tradisjonelt næringsliv. Vi snakker ærlig om motgang, utholdenhet og hva som kreves for å bygge noe som varer – alt foran et engasjert publikum. Trykk play for en energisk og inspirerende samtale om drivkraft, risiko og suksess.Cecilie Ystenes Myhre er eier og daglig leder av Raw Performance as.Selskapet leverer mental-og ledertrening på organisasjons-, gruppe-og individnivå.Se mer på www.rawperformance.no. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In dieser Folge spreche ich mit Dr. Christoph Lennartz, Chief Strategy Officer bei der Schunk Group und ehemaliger McKinsey-Partner. Wir werfen einen Blick hinter die Kulissen strategischer Arbeit im internationalen Mittelstand, sprechen über den Spagat zwischen Vision und Umsetzung und darüber, was Christoph heute anders macht als in der Beraterzeit. Ein Gespräch über echte Führung, Komplexität und den Mut, Dinge pragmatisch zu halten. Mehr zur Schunk findest du hier: https://www.schunk-group.com/deMehr über Ingenieurshelden findest du hier:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ingenieurshelden.de/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/dr-thomas-loebel⁠⁠

For this episode, let's revisit a Case Interview & Management Consulting classic where we share a networking success story with a McKinsey senior partner.   We always ask our clients, especially those from weaker schools, to network with the most senior partners of consulting firms. This is a podcast about a PhD client, from a weaker school and no existing consulting relationships, who painfully followed this advice over several months to network with a member of McKinsey's worldwide leadership and obtain interviews for his office of choice. It is not easy, but can be done. It works.   Here are some free gifts for you:   Overall Approach Used in Well-Managed Strategy Studies free download: www.firmsconsulting.com/OverallApproach   McKinsey & BCG winning resume free download: www.firmsconsulting.com/resumepdf   Enjoying this episode? Get access to sample advanced training episodes here: www.firmsconsulting.com/promo

What does it mean to build something enduring in a world obsessed with fast growth and quick exits?In this episode of What is Innovation?, Jared Simmons sits down with Shawn Nelson, CEO and founder of Lovesac, to explore the deeper layers of innovation in business, leadership, and life. From making beanbags in his parents' basement to running a public company approaching a billion in revenue, Shawn shares how clarity of purpose and long-term thinking can turn small product decisions into disruptive innovation.The conversation dives into how leaders can define their own innovation “domain,” why originality isn't a requirement for progress, and how the tension between ambition and patience can shape entire organizations. Shawn also unpacks the real cost of growth — from taking outside capital to making tough calls on talent and timing.If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the pressure to “do something new,” this episode offers a grounding and practical lens for building, inventing, and innovating — one step (and one season) at a time.Guest Bio:Shawn Nelson is the founder and CEO of Lovesac, a public company known for its patented, high-performance modular furniture. A product designer, entrepreneur, and TV personality, Shawn holds a master's in Strategic Design and Management and teaches at Parsons, The New School for Design. His recent book and podcast, Let Me Save You 25 Years, distills lessons from his two-decade journey scaling Lovesac from startup to publicly traded brand.What You'll Learn:Why innovation can be organizationally specific — and why that mattersHow to balance quarterly demands with long-term vision as a public companyWhy originality is overrated, and domain clarity is crucialWhat “patient ambition” looks like in real leadershipHow to use purpose to attract talent and guide product innovationHighlighted Insight:“Innovation doesn't have to be original. It just has to be new to you, your team, or your company. And it has to move you forward.”Quote to Remember:“Maintain top ambition with infinite patience. That's the hardest part and the secret to building something real.”Resources & Links:Let Me Save You 25 Years (book + podcast)Lovesac – Modular furniture with a missionAbout the Host:Jared Simmons is the Founder and Principal of OUTLAST Consulting, a boutique firm helping organizations unlock innovation through intentional action. With leadership experience at Procter & Gamble, McKinsey & Company, and Coca-Cola, Jared blends corporate strategy with entrepreneurial thinking to help clients innovate on their own terms.

Wie stehen Verbraucher:innen Elektroautos gegenüber? Das hat McKinsey in einer globalen Umfrage unter 25.000 Autokäufer:innen untersucht. Senior Asset Leader Felix Rupalla und Asset Leader Anna-Sophie Smith stellen im neuen Tomorrow-Podcast die Ergebnisse vor. Wie groß ist aktuell die Wechselbereitschaft zu E-Autos? Welche Sorgen halten Verbraucher:innen aktuell noch vom Kauf ab? Gleichzeitig geht es aber auch um die Erfahrungen von Befragten, die bereits elektrisch unterwegs sind. See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

In this soul-rooted conversation of the Heal with Kat Podcast, Kat sits down with psychologist Betsy Holmberg to explore the deeper layers of negative self-talk, the neuroscience behind our inner world, and how shifting from the Default Mode Network (DMN) to the Central Executive Network (CEN) can transform our mental and emotional well-being. We dive into parts work, mindfulness, ancestral healing, and the tender complexity of the teenage mind—offering practical tools for navigating the voices within and coming back to a more compassionate, connected self.Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction08:56 The Science Behind Our Thoughts09:06 The Default Mode Network Explained12:01 Control Issues and the DMN14:55 Ancestral Connections and Healing24:10 Practical Steps to Shift from DMN to CEN36:09 Voices in Our Heads: Understanding Inner Dialogue40:04 The Power of Parts Work in Healing57:00 Finding Stillness: The Balance Between DMN and CENConnect with Kat:

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What's up everyone, today we have the pleasure of sitting down with Joshua Kanter, Co-Founder & Chief Data & Analytics Officer at ConvertML. Summary: Joshua spent the earliest parts of his career buried in SQL, only to watch companies hand out dashboards and call it strategy. Teams skim charts to confirm hunches while ignoring what the data actually says. He believes access means nothing without translation. You need people who can turn vague business prompts into clear, interpretable answers. He built ConvertML to guide those decisions. GenAI only raises the stakes. Without structure and fluency, it becomes easier to sound confident and still be completely wrong. That risk scales fast.About JoshuaJoshua started in data analytics at First Manhattan Consulting, then co-founded two ventures; Mindswift, focused on marketing experimentation, and Novantas, a consulting firm for financial services. From there, he rose to Associate Principal at McKinsey, where he helped companies make real decisions with messy data and imperfect information. Then he crossed into operating roles, leading marketing at Caesars Entertainment as SVP of Marketing, where budgets were wild.After Caesars, he became a 3-time CMO (basically 4-time); at PetSmart, International Cruise & Excursions, and Encora. Each time walking into a different industry with new problems. He now co-leads ConvertML, where he's focused on making machine learning and measurement actually usable for the people in the trenches.Data Democratization Is Breaking More Than It's FixingData democratization has become one of those phrases people repeat without thinking. It shows up in mission statements and vendor decks, pitched like some moral imperative. Give everyone access to data, the story goes, and decision-making will become magically enlightened. But Joshua has seen what actually happens when this ideal collides with reality: chaos, confusion, and a lot of people confidently misreading the same spreadsheet in five different ways.Joshua isn't your typical out of the weeds CMO, he's lived in the guts of enterprise data for 25 years. His first job out of college was grinding SQL for 16 hours a day. He's been inside consulting rooms, behind marketing dashboards, and at the head of data science teams. Over and over, he's seen the same pattern: leaders throwing raw dashboards at people who have no training in how to interpret them, then wondering why decisions keep going sideways.There are several unspoken assumptions built into the data democratization pitch. People assume the data is clean. That it's structured in a meaningful way. That it answers the right questions. Most importantly, they assume people can actually read it. Not just glance at a chart and nod along, but dig into the nuance, understand the context, question what's missing, and resist the temptation to cherry-pick for whatever narrative they already had in mind.“People bring their own hypotheses and they're just looking for the data to confirm what they already believe.”Joshua has watched this play out inside Fortune 500 boardrooms and small startup teams alike. People interpret the same report with totally different takeaways. Sometimes they miss what's obvious. Other times they read too far into something that doesn't mean anything. They rarely stop to ask what data is not present or whether it even makes sense to draw a conclusion at all.Giving everyone access to data is great and all… but only works when people have the skills to use it responsibly. That means more than teaching Excel shortcut keys. It requires real investment in data literacy, mentorship from technical leads, and repeated, structured practice. Otherwise, what you end up with is a very expensive system that quietly fuels bias and bad decisions and just work for the sake of work.Key takeaway: Widespread access to dashboards does not make your company data-informed. People need to know how to interpret what they see, challenge their assumptions, and recognize when data is incomplete or misleading. Before scaling access, invest in skills. Make data literacy a requirement. That way you can prevent costly misreads and costly data-driven decision-making.How Confirmation Bias Corrupts Marketing Decisions at ScaleExecutives love to say they are “data-driven.” What they usually mean is “data-selective.” Joshua has seen the same story on repeat. Someone asks for a report. They already have an answer in mind. They skim the results, cherry-pick what supports their view, and ignore everything else. It is not just sloppy thinking. It's organizational malpractice that scales fast when left unchecked.To prevent that, someone needs to sit between business questions and raw data. Joshua calls for trained data translators; people who know how to turn vague executive prompts into structured queries. These translators understand the data architecture, the metrics that matter, and the business logic beneath the request. They return with a real answer, not just a number in bold font, but a sentence that says: “Here's what we found. Here's what the data does not cover. Here's the confidence range. Here's the nuance.”“You want someone who can say, ‘The data supports this conclusion, but only under these conditions.' That's what makes the difference.”Joshua has dealt with both extremes. There are instinct-heavy leaders who just want validation. There are also data purists who cannot move until the spreadsheet glows with statistical significance. At a $7 billion retailer, he once saw a merchandising exec demand 9,000 survey responses; just so he could slice and dice every subgroup imaginable later. That was not rigor. It was decision paralysis wearing a lab coat.The answer is to build maturity around data use. That means investing in operators who can navigate ambiguity, reason through incomplete information, and explain caveats clearly. Data has power, but only when paired with skill. You need fluency, not dashboards. You need interpretation and above all, you need to train teams to ask better questions before they start fishing for answers.Key takeaway: Every marketing org needs a data translation layer; real humans who understand the business problem, the structure of the data, and how to bridge the two with integrity. That way you can protect against confirmation bias, bring discipline to decision-making, and stop wasting time on reports that just echo someone's hunch. Build that capability into your operations. It is the only way to scale sound judgment.You're Thinking About Statistical Significance Completely WrongToo many marketers treat statistical significance like a ritual. Hit the 95 percent confidence threshold and it's seen as divine truth. Miss it, and the whole test gets tossed in the trash. Joshua has zero patience for that kind of checkbox math. It turns experimentation into a binary trap, where nuance gets crushed under false certainty and anything under 0.05 is labeled a failure. That mindset is lazy, expensive, and wildly limiting.95% statistical significance does not mean your result matters. It just means your result is probably not random, assuming your test is designed well and your assumptions hold up. Even then, you can be wrong 1 out of every 20 times, which no one seems to talk about in those Monday growth meetings. Joshua's real concern is how this thinking cuts off all the good stuff that lives in the grey zone; tests that come in at 90 percent confidence, show a consistent directional lift, and still get ignored because someone only trusts green checkmarks.“People believe that if it doesn't hit statistical significance, the result isn't meaningful. That's false. And danger...

En 5 minutes chrono, découvrez comment Airtable, Bubble, Glide, Zapier, ou Power Apps permettent à des équipes marketing, finance ou RH de lancer un prototype d'application en un week-end, sans ligne de code. Avantages, limites, coûts et cas concrets pour tout comprendre.Sources citées & liens :1. Stack Overflow Dev Survey 2024 – Pénurie de développeurs (+ 20 % postes non pourvus)https://insights.stackoverflow.com/survey/20242. Airtable – Templates & cas d'usage, formulaires , bases rela­tionnelleshttps://airtable.com/templates3. Bubble – Templates no-code, marketplace, exemples d'appshttps://bubble.io/templates4. Glide – Créez une appli mobile à partir de Google Sheethttps://glideapps.com5. Zapier – Automatisations entre plus de 5 000 appshttps://zapier.com6. Make (ex-Integromat) – Automatisation avancée en low-codehttps://www.make.com7. Microsoft Power Apps – Low-code pour entreprise, connecteurs natifshttps://docs.microsoft.com/powerapps8. OutSystems Customers – Témoignages d'entreprises (ERP, CRM)https://www.outsystems.com/customers/9. Forrester 2023 – “The Total Economic Impact of Low-Code Platforms” – + 80 % rapiditéhttps://go.forrester.com/blogs/low-code-platforms-2023/10. Stack Overflow Talent – « Tech Talent Shortage » 2024https://insights.stackoverflow.com/talent11. McKinsey 2022 – “No-Code/Low-Code: The Rise of Citizen Developers”https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/technology/our-insights/citizen-developers-no-code-low-code----------------------------------DSI et des Hommes est un podcast animé par Nicolas BARD, qui explore comment le numérique peut être mis au service des humains, et pas l'inverse. Avec pour mission de rendre le numérique accessible à tous, chaque épisode plonge dans les expériences de leaders, d'entrepreneurs, et d'experts pour comprendre comment la transformation digitale impacte nos façons de diriger, collaborer, et évoluer. Abonnez-vous pour découvrir des discussions inspirantes et des conseils pratiques pour naviguer dans un monde toujours plus digital.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

This and all episodes at: https://aiandyou.net/ . How do you deal personally, and organizationally, with exponential change? That's the subject of a new book, Super Shifts: Transforming How We Live, Learn, And Work In The Age Of Intelligence, and both of its authors are here. Dr. Ja-Naé Duane is a behavioral scientist who has worked with companies such as PWC, Saudi Aramco, AIG, and Deloitte. She is a member of the Loomis Council at the Stimson Center, collaborator with the National Institute of Health, and holds appointments at Brown University and MIT's Center for Information Systems Research. Steve Fisher co-founded the Futures Practice at McKinsey & Company and is the Managing Partner of the consultancy Revolution Factory. At FTI Consulting, he led the adoption of Generative AI for business model transformation, and is Chief Futurist at the Human Frontier Institute. Together, they have previously authored the bestseller The Startup Equation. This week, we're going to talk about what shaped their careers in this work, the definition of a super shift and how people react to them over different timescales, human patterns of change, how a family might be dealing with all this in 15 years, and… opera. All this plus our usual look at today's AI headlines. Transcript and URLs referenced at HumanCusp Blog.        

In this second installment of our AI Agent Frameworks series, Tyson Mutrux breaks down one of the most powerful (yet underused) strategies for scaling legal workflows: Parallelization.If Prompt Chaining is your law firm's AI assembly line, Parallelization is your AI pit crew—working on different tasks simultaneously to get to the finish line faster and better.Tyson simplifies this complex concept using real-world law firm examples and an 8-year-old-friendly sandwich analogy. You'll walk away with a clear understanding of how to:Run multiple AI agents simultaneouslyCombine results for deeper insights and faster outputsAvoid logic-breaking mistakes in your buildsApply this framework to written discovery, demand letters, motion analysis, and moreWhether you're deep into AI agent workflows or just getting started, this episode gives you the blueprint to work smarter—not just faster.Chapters00:00 Introduction to AI Agents and Parallelization01:58 Understanding Parallelization Framework06:10 Benefits of Parallelization in Law Firms11:38 Real-World Applications of Parallelization19:26 Getting Started with Parallelization

In this Telugu Podcast episode, Srikanth Varma from Scaler sits down with us to confront the raw, uncomfortable realities students and parents are grappling with today. He doesn't just describe the problem; he breaks it down, offers fresh perspectives, and shows us how to rebuild from the ground up. Why do students spend lakhs on a BTech or BCom degree, and only end up with jobs paying ₹10,000–₹20,000 a month? Is the fault in our education system, outdated curriculum, or something deeper? Srikanth begins by taking us through history, highlighting how every major revolution, from the Industrial Revolution to the rise of the internet, and now the evolution of AI, initially led to job fears, but eventually created far more opportunities than they destroyed. The fear of losing jobs to automation isn't new, and neither is the solution: learning, adapting, and upgrading. He urges students to look at AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini not as threats, but as enablers, powerful extensions of human creativity and intelligence. Instead of fearing AI, he explains how we can learn to prompt better, think deeper, and build smarter.The conversation shifts to how the current education system is failing to teach the actual skills needed in the real world, things like communication, problem-solving, collaboration, and initiative. These are the very skills companies are hiring for, not just grades or college names. He shares real success stories of students who didn't come from top-tier colleges but used projects, GitHub, self-learning, and internships to land amazing jobs. He reminds us that in 2025 and beyond, a degree might get your resume opened, but value creation is what gets you hired.Srikanth also discusses how parents play a crucial role. He says it's time to stop pushing kids into “safe” careers and start encouraging them to explore what they love. The world is shifting too fast for forced paths to work anymore. If a child is interested in startups, robotics, or music, let them go deep into it. Watch good YouTube content, follow startup founders, and use social platforms to learn. Knowledge is everywhere now, and access is free. But only those who are curious, consistent, and intentional will benefit from it.He emphasizes the urgent need for reskilling and upskilling. Referring to McKinsey reports and post-COVID workplace shifts, he explains how millions of people across industries will need to learn entirely new skills, many of which aren't taught in traditional classrooms.  The practical approach of not just teaching, but mentor, expose students to real-world problems, help them build portfolios, and guide them to think like creators, not just job seekers was discussed.  Another powerful segment is about how to find jobs even when there seem to be none. It's not just about applying, it's about positioning. Can you build in public? Can you network intelligently? Can you communicate what problems you solve? He encourages students to stop obsessing over what's missing and start focusing on what they can build, learn, or contribute today.And finally, he beautifully ties it all back to mindset. Fear will always be there, fear of AI, fear of failure, fear of rejection. But the real winners are the ones who approach problems not with panic, but with process. Those who look at a challenge and say, “What can I do right now to grow through this?”If you're a student confused about your future, a parent anxious about your child's direction, or someone lost in today's chaotic job market, this episode might be for you. It's filled with truth, hope, practical advice, and a roadmap to reinvent yourself in the age of AI, startups, and exponential change.

Send us a textToday, you're getting a front-row seat to a live training session with MC founder Jenny Rae Le Roux. She walks through our proven 4-week case interview prep plan - the same one thousands of candidates have used to land offers at McKinsey, Bain, BCG, and beyond.You'll learn:Why market sizing comes first - and why skipping it is a mistakeThe 4 phases of effective case prepHow to flex the timeline around your scheduleWhat separates practice from true prep, and how to bridge the gapGrab the full prep plan here.Additional ResourcesJoin Black Belt for a structured, MBB-led case prep program tailored to your background and timelineRegistration for the NYC Case Camp closes Friday, June 20 - learn moreDownload the 4-week Case Prep PlanJoin Management Consulted for the NYC Case Camp from June 27-29Intensive, hands-on experience that will give you skills, confidence, and insider insights to break into consultingSeats are limited; confirm your spot

Holistic transformations are complex and can take a long time to show full results. By optimizing working capital early on, companies can help score early wins to create momentum and excite stakeholders across the organization. In this episode, Sean talks with two McKinsey transformation experts about how to identify and achieve these working capital improvements to maximize the impact of a transformation. Jacob Rüden is a partner in our Transformation Practice, based in Cologne, and he leads our cash excellence work globally. He has more than 20 years of experience serving clients in transformation and on cash and working capital engagements across sectors, including automotive, energy, chemicals, transportation, consumer goods, and retail. And Marvin Denis is an expert in our Transformation Practice, based in New York. He's a core member of our cash excellence service line and co-leader of our cash solutions globally. He works across sectors, including automotive, chemicals, consumer goods, and retail. Related insights Gain transformation momentum early by optimizing working capital Building optionality: Balance sheet discipline is both timely and timeless Succeeding in the AI supply-chain revolution A data-driven approach to improving net working capital McKinsey Insights on Strategy & Corporate Finance McKinsey Strategy & Corporate Finance on LinkedIn McKinsey Insights on Transformation McKinsey Transformation on LinkedIn Support the show: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/mckinsey-strategy-&-corporate-finance/See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

En este nuevo episodio de la sexta temporada de Análisis BIVA nos acompaña Eduardo de la Peña, Socio líder de la práctica de Infraestructura y Capital Excellence de McKinsey & Company, quien nos habla sobre cuáles son las causas de la tendencia del nearshoring y cómo afectará las necesidades de infraestructura en México. Conducido por Francisco Valle, Director de Emisoras de BIVA.

What does it take to drive product innovation in industries that aren't traditionally product-led?Heather Samarin and Vidya Dinamani sit down with Rahul Nath, CPO at Accel, who brings rich experience from Google, Drip Capital, and McKinsey. Rahul shares how he builds product in non-product-led spaces, from redefining onboarding in trade finance to leveraging AI in venture capital. Hear Rahul's practical lessons on stakeholder alignment, scrappy experimentation, data-driven decision-making, and why he believes “if there's no clear strategy—write one.” A must-listen for product leaders navigating ambiguity and driving bold transformation.

From Philosophy to Finance: Funmi Oriji's Global Career JourneyIn this episode of Member Spotlight on FinPod, Funmi Oriji shares her inspiring path from aspiring doctor to McKinsey consultant and Amazon finance leader. With warmth, resilience, and deep insight, Funmi reflects on the pivots that shaped her career from counting cash in her grandmother's textile shop to earning an MBA and thriving in corporate finance roles across continents.You'll hear how she broke into KPMG without a finance degree, navigated international opportunities, and built a strategy-informed approach to FP&A and business partnering. Whether you're transitioning careers, aiming for a global role, or curious about the real skills behind financial leadership, this conversation offers practical guidance and inspiration.

I denne oppsummerende episoden får Cecilie besøk av Erik Salvador, spesialist på resiliens med bakgrunn fra Forsvaret og konsulentselskapet McKinsey. Sammen snakker de om forskjellen på robusthet og GRIT, og trekker paralleller til sesongens gjester.Cecilie Ystenes Myhre er eier og daglig leder av Raw Performance AS. Selskapet leverer mental- og ledertrening på organisasjons-, gruppe- og individnivå. Se mer på www.rawperformance.no. Les også hennes nye bok: Hvilekraft. Du finner den i din bokhandler. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rachel Roberts is Chief Revenue Officer at Level Access, bringing deep leadership experience from global firms like Cisco, Adobe and high growth SaaS scaleups. With a proven record guiding organisations from tens of millions to enterprise scale, Rachel stands out for helping teams adapt and thrive through periods of major change. Her work covers industries from marketing technology to cybersecurity and always puts people at the centre of transformation.In this episode, Rachel explains how to bring teams with you when changing strategy, go to market or ways of working. She shares honest stories about what works and what fails and why process alone is never enough. You will learn why most teams resist change, how to unlock informal leaders and why trust is your most important asset in a transformation. Rachel reveals her approach for building buy in, using FOMO to drive new habits and setting a vision that stretches people but keeps them united. The conversation covers compensation mistakes, keeping teams productive through uncertainty and what to do when your first attempt does not land. There is advice for new CROs taking over in times of upheaval and guidance on setting a bold vision without losing clarity.00:00:00 Welcome and Rachel's journey from Cisco to Level Access00:02:10 Lessons learned leading change at Adobe and cybersecurity firms00:05:30 How to win hearts and minds before rolling out new ways of working00:09:15 The role of informal leaders and McKinsey research on successful transformations00:13:00 Building trust by owning mistakes and fixing compensation models00:17:30 Creating regular listening forums and why small cohorts beat big town halls00:21:00 Setting vision as an ongoing process and making sure it passes the 30-second test00:25:10 Helping high performers rise to a challenge while supporting those who struggle00:28:30 Advice for new CROs on balancing board demands and team needs00:31:50 Navigating constant change in growth companies and timing transformation work00:36:00 Final tips for resilient leadership and keeping teams together during turbulence

In this episode, finance professor and author, Alex Edmans, offers a rigorous examination of the narratives surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in corporate strategy. Drawing on his critique of widely cited studies, including those from McKinsey and BlackRock, Edmans illustrates how flawed data interpretations and confirmation bias contribute to the persistence of questionable claims. He warns against relying on correlation-based research that lacks causal rigor, especially when such findings are used to justify high-stakes decisions in boardrooms and policy circles.   Edmans identifies three recurring issues in the current DEI discourse: cherry-picked performance metrics that ignore long-term shareholder value; reverse causality, where strong performance leads to more diversity, not the other way around; and omitted variable bias, such as industry effects that confound diversity claims. He also critiques the narrow definition of diversity, which often reduces individuals to surface-level demographic traits while ignoring cognitive and experiential variation that may be more relevant to performance.   The conversation extends beyond DEI to explore the structural incentives within academia, consulting, and media that reward oversimplified narratives. Edmans notes that when ideas become dominant, dissenters face not only reputational risk but also institutional hurdles that discourage honest debate. The result is a professional ecosystem in which flawed research is amplified and poorly contextualized advice is recycled across geographies and sectors without regard for applicability.   Other key themes include: The difference between demographic and cognitive diversity in strategic decision-making The dangers of universalizing business practices without accounting for local context Why flawed performance metrics (e.g., EBITDA) misrepresent firm success How misaligned incentives distort executive behavior and perpetuate ineffective initiatives The role of institutional culture in suppressing dissent and reinforcing groupthink   For senior leaders navigating complex decisions, Edmans' commentary offers a timely reminder: even widely accepted practices warrant scrutiny. In environments where performance is difficult to measure and cause-effect relationships are opaque, intellectual discipline, not ideological alignment, is essential.   Learn more about Alex Edmans here: https://alexedmans.com/   Get Alex's book here: May Contain Lies: How Stories, Statistics, and Studies Exploit Our Biases—And What We Can Do about It.  https://maycontainlies.com/   Here are some free gifts for you:   Overall Approach Used in Well-Managed Strategy Studies free download: www.firmsconsulting.com/OverallApproach   McKinsey & BCG winning resume free download: www.firmsconsulting.com/resumepdf   Enjoying this episode? Get access to sample advanced training episodes here: www.firmsconsulting.com/promo

When most people think about innovation, law firms don't usually come to mind; Zack Oliva is working to change that. In this episode, Jared Simmons talks with Zack, Managing Partner at Oliva Gibbs and founder of Oliva Partners Management, about how innovation in professional services isn't always about new technology or radical inventions. Sometimes, it starts with running things a little differently.Zack shares how treating his law firm like a business--with a clear strategy, leadership team, defined culture, and coaching-based development--has positioned it as a forward-thinking force in the energy sector. He also offers a candid look at the promise and pitfalls of AI in the legal field, what spreadsheets and digital courthouses have done for the oil and gas industry, and why innovation starts with a willingness to embrace uncertainty without fear.The episode also explores deeper themes: the emotional intelligence required for entrepreneurial leadership, the fine line between risk and danger, and how reframing tough decisions can make innovation more accessible. If you've ever wrestled with fear-based decision-making or wondered what innovation looks like outside of tech startups, this episode is for you.Chapters:00:00 — Introduction to Zack Oliva01:19 — Redefining innovation: invention vs. improvement02:45 — Running a law firm like a business04:28 — AI in law: ethics, risks, and opportunities06:26 — Operational innovation in legal services09:28 — Innovation in oil and gas data & drilling13:31 — Why the energy sector demands constant innovation14:24 — Avoiding bureaucracy and staying nimble15:37 — Innovation ≠ decisions made in fear17:47 — Reframing risk: uncertainty vs. danger20:50 — The “go get the bread” metaphor for risk-taking22:06 — Balancing risk with reputation in law24:25 — Managing ego and team-based decision-making25:34 — Advice for innovators: trust your gut and your peopleAbout the Guest:Zack Oliva is the Managing Partner of Oliva Gibbs LLP, a firm known for its deep expertise in the energy sector. He also leads Oliva Partners Management, a long-only value investment fund for high-net-worth families. With a reputation for bridging legal strategy and business operations, Zack brings a unique perspective to innovation in both professional services and capital markets. He is also a passionate mentor and lifelong learner (and Jiu Jitsu practitioner).About the Host:Jared Simmons is the Founder and Principal of OUTLAST Consulting, a boutique firm helping organizations unlock innovation through intentional action. With leadership experience at Procter & Gamble, McKinsey & Company, and Coca-Cola, Jared blends corporate strategy with entrepreneurial thinking to help clients innovate on their own terms.

This landmark episode launches "The Analysts," a periodic new feature segment, bringing together three of retail's most respected thought leaders in a new format . Part One features Sucharita Kodali (Forrester Research), Neil Saunders (GlobalData Retail), and Simeon Siegel (BMO Capital Markets) who cut through industry chaos to reveal what really matters.News of the Week Highlights: The episode opens with Steve Dennis and Michael LeBlanc's signature news analysis, which covers the Trump-Musk political tensions and their potential retail implications, including leadership chaos and economic uncertainty. They examine surprisingly resilient U.S. job market data, showing 4.1-4.2% unemployment despite rising layoff announcements, with a particular focus on AI's emerging threat to entry-level positions as companies like McKinsey dramatically reduce their hiring.A significant development has emerged, with Chinese retailers Temu and Shein experiencing dramatic 50% U.S. sales declines following tariff implementations, although both companies are pivoting aggressively to European markets. The hosts analyze this as validation of tariff impacts while noting potential "brace for impact" implications for international listeners.Eangs season wrap-up reveals telling mixed signals: Lululemon's shocking 23% stock decline despite maintaining profitability, driven by weak guidance amid increased promotional pressure; Dollar General raising guidance despite tepid 2% comp growth; and standout Five Below achieving impressive 7% comps while expanding to 1,826 stores across the U.S. The continuing collapse of second-wave DTC darlings gets spotlight treatment, particularly Rent the Runway's staggering 97% stock decline. Here is a 10% off code for the CommerceNext Growth Show exclusive to Remarkable Retail listeners: REMARKABLE. About UsSteve Dennis is a strategic advisor and keynote speaker focused on growth and innovation, who has also been named one of the world's top retail influencers. He is the bestselling authro of two books: Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption and Remarkable Retail: How To Win & Keep Customers in the Age of Disruption. Steve regularly shares his insights in his role as a Forbes senior retail contributor and on social media.Michael LeBlanc is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and now, media entrepreneur. He has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels, most recently on the main stage in Toronto at Retail Council of Canada's Retail Marketing conference with leaders from Walmart & Google. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, CanWest Media, Pandora Jewellery, The Shopping Channel and Retail Council of Canada to his advisory, speaking and media practice.Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in America, Remarkable Retail with his partner, Dallas-based best-selling author Steve Dennis; Canada's top retail industry podcast The Voice of Retail and Canada's top food industry and one of the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University in Halifax.Rethink Retail has recognized Michael as one of the top global retail experts for the fourth year in a row, Thinkers 360 has named him on of the Top 50 global thought leaders in retail, RTIH has named him a top 100 global though leader in retail technology and Coresight Research has named Michael a Retail AI Influencer. If you are a BBQ fan, you can tune into Michael's cooking show, Last Request BBQ, on YouTube, Instagram, X and yes, TikTok.Michael is available for keynote presentations helping retailers, brands and retail industry insiders explaining the current state and future of the retail industry in North America and around the world.

From academic achievement to workplace roadblocks—why do women lose ground after graduation? McKinsey's Kweilin Ellingrud joins Alita Guillen to break down the data and offer actionable strategies for women navigating their careers. From the broken rung to experience capital, bold moves to bias, this episode tackles the real challenges—and the opportunities—that define a woman's path at work.Kweilin shares:Why women fall behind early in their careers How motherhood penalizes women—and rewards men The difference between a mentor and a sponsor What the “power alley” is and why it matters How to build experience capital and boost your lifetime income Why AI and job disruption affect women more What women can do today to future-proof their careers

Dave Hoffer shares why design demands empathy

Segundo dados da McKinsey, a adoção de IA por empresas já atinge um total de 72% das corporações em 2024. A Inteligência Artificial, especialmente nos modelos generativos, deve continuar crescendo – e levando benefícios indiscutíveis ao dia a dia dos negócios. Mas também há algumas facetas nebulosas, como regulamentações pouco claras sobre dados confidenciais e dúvidas sobre o uso de informações externas, como as de terceiros. Neste novo episódio do podcast, a country manager para o Brasil na Red Hat, Sandra Vaz, fala sobre como o Open Source é capaz de democratizar o acesso à IA, construindo as bases para aplicações mais seguras e sustentáveis. Ela fala ainda sobre o impacto das ferramentas Open no avanço da Inteligência Artificial no País. A apresentação é de Daniel GonzalesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Richard Carthon live from Bitcoin Las Vegas in this exciting episode of the Edge of Show! We have a special guest, Zach Townsend, co-founder and CEO of Meanwhile, the world's first Bitcoin-dominated life insurance company. Zach shares his journey from leading McKinsey's financial services practice to creating a revolutionary financial product aimed at democratizing financial protection through Bitcoin.In this episode, we dive deep into:The concept of Bitcoin-dominated life insurance and how it worksThe importance of institutional adoption of BitcoinZach's unique background and experiences that led him to found MeanwhileThe benefits of whole life insurance and how it differs from traditional policiesThe future of Meanwhile and its vision for the Bitcoin economyZach also discusses the significance of long-term savings, the potential for Bitcoin as a store of value, and how Meanwhile aims to provide accessible financial protection for everyone, especially in countries facing economic instability.Whether you're a Bitcoin enthusiast or just curious about innovative financial solutions, this episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss!Support us through our Sponsors! ☕

Send us a textIn the sixth episode of our Intro to Casing series, we analyze a McKinsey-style market study case for a legacy beer brand experiencing a revenue decline. The challenge? Reversing the decline without sacrificing profitability.Follow along as Ed investigates shifting price dynamics, evaluates competitive benchmarks, and models pricing strategies to assess whether a premium rebrand could unlock growth.Key Takeaways:How to analyze competitive positioning in a declining marketMethods for evaluating pricing power and brand perceptionFrameworks for justifying strategic recommendations with dataAdditional ResourcesConsulting prep programs: Black Belt (8+ hours of structured interview coaching, optional resume edit); SuperPrep (20+ hours of end-to-end strategy + coaching, optional resume edit)Free consulting application deadlines trackerDownload a step-by-step Case Prep Plan (free)Join Management Consulted for the NYC Case Camp from June 27-29Intensive, hands-on experience that will give you skills, confidence, and insider insights to break into consultingSeats are limited; confirm your spot

For this episode, let's revisit a Case Interview & Management Consulting classic where we discuss bonus versus salary resume.   Bonus versus salary resume is a very simple test we do on resumes. This podcast explains the test. We basically look at whether or not a bullet point explains an action which earned you a salary or would have resulted in a bonus. The latter is vital and the former should be purged from your salary. McKinsey looks for things on your resume which earned you your resume. It is important to understand that merely doing your job is not an achievement in itself.   Here are some free gifts for you:   Overall Approach Used in Well-Managed Strategy Studies free download: www.firmsconsulting.com/OverallApproach   McKinsey & BCG winning resume free download: www.firmsconsulting.com/resumepdf   Enjoying this episode? Get access to sample advanced training episodes here: www.firmsconsulting.com/promo

In this episode, Tim Koller, co-author of Valuation and a leading authority on corporate finance, offers a substantive examination of capital allocation decisions under real-world constraints. The discussion moves beyond theory to explore how CEOs and CFOs should approach resource deployment in mature, capital-rich companies—where investment opportunities are limited not due to lack of ambition but due to economic reality.   Key insights include: - Share Buybacks as Rational Policy: Many firms undertaking significant buybacks—particularly in tech, life sciences, and consumer products—do so because they generate more cash than they can reinvest profitably. Koller argues that, in such cases, returning excess capital to shareholders is not a sign of strategic failure but of disciplined decision-making. - The Fallacy of Diversification Without Advantage: Koller highlights repeated failures by capital-rich companies that expand into unrelated sectors to deploy cash, citing historical missteps in energy, utilities, and industrials. He emphasizes the need to assess whether the firm has a genuine competitive advantage before moving beyond its core business. - Granular Leadership in Resource Allocation: Effective CEOs are directly engaged with capital allocation at the business-unit level. Delegating such decisions without maintaining enterprise-wide oversight often leads to underinvestment in high-return growth areas and misaligned incentives at the divisional level. - The Perils of Uniform Cost-Cutting Mandates: Broad directives to improve margins often result in cuts to product development and customer experience—leading to long-term degradation despite short-term financial gains. Koller stresses the importance of distinguishing between cost efficiencies that enhance value and those that erode it. - Timing and Judgment in Capital Deployment: In cyclical, capital-intensive sectors such as chemicals and energy, building capacity in sync with competitors can destroy value. Koller calls for contrarian timing, grounded in independent analysis, even when boards and markets are predisposed to follow the cycle.   Additional themes include the underuse of postmortems in capital projects, the misalignment between project planners and operators, and the distinction between executional and experimental failure. Throughout, Koller reiterates that sound capital allocation depends not only on financial modeling, but also on institutional learning, leadership judgment, and clarity of strategic intent.   This conversation offers practical, senior-level guidance for executives, board members, and investors who must navigate capital planning amid structural constraints, investor pressures, and organizational complexity.   Get Tim's book here: https://shorturl.at/nk7Z9 Valuation: Measuring and Managing the Value of Companies   Here are some free gifts for you:   Overall Approach Used in Well-Managed Strategy Studies free download: www.firmsconsulting.com/OverallApproach   McKinsey & BCG winning resume free download: www.firmsconsulting.com/resumepdf   Enjoying this episode? Get access to sample advanced training episodes here: www.firmsconsulting.com/promo

My guest today is Ramesh Srinivasan, a senior partner at McKinsey and trusted advisor to some of the world's top CEOs. Over his career, Ramesh has worked with leaders at companies like Cognizant, Moderna, Nissan, and Delta, helping them navigate tough challenges and scale high-performing teams.Ramesh just published a new book, The Journey of Leadership, which distills lessons from thousands of hours spent alongside top executives. In our conversation, he shares practical insights for founders on how to discover their natural leadership style, why empathy is a non-negotiable leadership skill, and what it really takes to inspire people at scale.Hope you find this conversation valuable!Chapters: 00:00:00 Cold open00:01:14 Ramesh's backstory00:04:34 Things that shaped Ramesh's leadership philosophy00:05:19 The big idea behind his book: The Journey of Leadership00:09:12 Building empathy: For your team, your customers, your market00:11:00 Lessons from Frank D'Souza at Cognizant00:14:20 Lessons from Stéphane Bancel at Moderna00:17:15 Trust, vulnerability, and the power of asking for help00:19:40 Finding purpose: Starting from life's crucible moments00:22:00 Renewal: How great leaders evolve over time00:24:00 Common mistakes founders make on the leadership journey00:26:10 Resilience: The ultimate test of a founder's staying power00:30:20 The impact of AI on leadership and organizational change00:34:00 Where AI is reshaping healthcare today00:36:00 Advice for AI + healthcare founders

On the Glossy Podcast, senior fashion reporter Danny Parisi and editor-in-chief Jill Manoff break down some of the biggest fashion news of the week. This week, we're talking about the state of Saks Global and bringing you some takeaways from the Glossy E-Commerce Summit in Miami. Later in the episode (17:16), we host a roundtable discussion with luxury leaders about the state and future of the luxury sector. First, we break down two big pieces of news regarding Saks. The company is reportedly looking to form a joint venture to operate Bergdorf Goodman. It also secured over $300 million in new financing to help it get back to a liquid state. But Saks still reportedly owes more than $700 million in overdue payments to its brand partners. Saks's non-payment was a frequent topic of conversation at the Glossy E-commerce Summit held in Miami this week. We share some of our takeaways from the event, including how brands are meeting the demand for content and planning for the holidays. And lastly, Jill Manoff led a discussion with Bradley Carbone, deputy CEO of luxury retailer Luisaviaroma; Joelle Gruenberg, a partner at McKinsey and head of its apparel and fashion division in North America; and Tanner Graham, CEO and co-founder of the luxury branding agency General Idea. The conversation touched on how luxury is faring, how its reliance on China may have held it back in recent quarters, and how the divide between a high-net-worth luxury customer and a more aspirational customer is impacting the segment.

Send us a textIn this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Jonathan Usuka, a seasoned pharmaceutical industry executive with over 25 years of experience in both scientific and business leadership roles. Dr. Usuka brings a wealth of knowledge from his diverse background, including senior positions at top pharmaceutical companies, strategic roles at McKinsey & Company, and his current role as CEO at Sapient.00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast00:34 Guest Introduction: Jonathan Usuka00:52 Jonathan's Journey into Pharmaceuticals03:23 Advancements in Genomics and Personalized Medicine05:29 Key Milestones in Jonathan's Career09:07 Challenges and Team Management11:37 Current Role and Mission at Sapient16:21 Innovative Projects and AI Integration29:02 Leadership Insights and Career Advice34:30 Concerns and Future of AI41:37 Closing Thoughts and Podcast Wrap-Up

Can AI and mass timber help solve the housing crisis? In this episode of Constructive, Seth sits down with Seyfihan Usarer — Co-Founder & COO of Algoma — to explore how their startup is transforming the slow, siloed preconstruction process into a fast, transparent decision engine for real estate developers.From feasibility studies powered by zoning-AI and comps to mass timber kits of parts, Seyf shares how Algoma is helping developers go from site to permit with clarity and speed — while keeping carbon footprint in check. They talk housing affordability, startup lessons from McKinsey and TikTok, and why the future of construction is an optimization game.

Send us a textMcKinsey just announced the deadline for its Sophomore Summer Business Analyst internship - and it's only 6 days away. If you're a sophomore or second-year undergrad (Class of 2028) in the U.S. or Canada aiming for a consulting role, now is the time to act.In this episode, Namaan breaks down what the deadline means, why it's so competitive, and how you can put your best foot forward before June 10.Additional ResourcesApply to McKinsey's Sophomore Summer Business Analyst internshipLast day to purchase a resume edit ($350) is Thursday, June 5th - add the 48-hour expedited turnaround to your package at checkout to get your resume back by June 10Join Management Consulted for the NYC Case Camp from June 27-29Intensive, hands-on experience that will give you skills, confidence, and insider insights to break into consultingSeats are limited; confirm your spot

For this episode, let's revisit a Case Interview & Management Consulting classic where we discuss key differences in Bain FIT questions.   In looking through our database of over 240 former clients and speaking to Bain partners we know, we see two unique ways a Bain fit interview differs from a McKinsey PEI. The first relates to way in which you interact with the interviewer as you deliver your response, and the second relates to a very specific attribute that Bain seeks in your fit responses. Both differ substantially from a McKinsey or BCG interview. In fact, EVERY single client we placed at Bain strongly displayed these two characteristics. It is uncanny how close a correlation exists.   Here are some free gifts for you:   Overall Approach Used in Well-Managed Strategy Studies free download: www.firmsconsulting.com/OverallApproach   McKinsey & BCG winning resume free download: www.firmsconsulting.com/resumepdf   Enjoying this episode? Get access to sample advanced training episodes here: www.firmsconsulting.com/promo

What if addiction recovery was treated with the same compassion, personalization, and whole-person care as any other chronic condition? We sit down with William McKinney, CEO of Eleanor Health, to discuss a revolutionary approach to addiction recovery that goes far beyond medication. Eleanor Health is transforming how we treat substance use disorders—integrating therapy, peer support, health coaching, and compassionate care rooted in science and dignity. William shares how Eleanor Health launched just before the pandemic, scaled during volatile healthcare shifts, and is now entering a rapid growth phase with plans to expand into a new state every month. You'll hear why this work is so personal for William, how the company is navigating stigma and digital marketing barriers, and why he believes Eleanor's model could extend to other addictions beyond substances in the near future. Whether you lead a health startup, care about mental wellness, or know someone affected by addiction, this episode is not to be missed.   Here are highlights: -Revolutionizing Addiction Care: Eleanor Health delivers whole-person, compassionate treatment. They are combining therapy, peer support, coaching, and medication without stigma. -Mission-Driven Growth: With expansion into nine states and more on the horizon, the company is scaling with discipline, purpose, and community impact at its core. -Culture That Connects: Eleanor's fully virtual model fosters transparency, inclusivity, and deep engagement powered by Slack, in-person retreats, and values-first leadership. -Marketing with Integrity: William reveals the challenges of D2C marketing in a crowded, skeptical online landscape. He shares how Eleanor breaks through with authenticity and real results. -A Broader Vision: Looking ahead, Eleanor aims to apply its approach to other forms of addiction like gambling, food, or digital dependencies to expand its impact beyond substances.    About the guest: William McKinney is the Chief Executive Officer of Eleanor Health, an outpatient addiction treatment program. William was most recently the CEO of Sevita (formerly The MENTOR Network), the leading provider of home and community-based specialty health care with 45,000 employees serving over 55,000 individuals. He led Sevita through several years of exceptional top- and bottom-line growth culminating in a successful transaction in 2022. Prior to joining Sevita in 2019, William served as president of the Integrated Care Group for Fresenius Medical Care, where he managed multiple business lines including Fresenius Health Partners, Fresenius Rx, and Fresenius Managed Care. William previously held senior leadership roles at MedSpring Urgent Care and WellCare Health Plans and also consulted for McKinsey & Company. William holds a B.S. in computer engineering and a B.S. in mathematics from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas.    Connect with William:  Website: https://www.eleanorhealth.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-mckinney-9972087/   Connect with Allison: Feedspot has named Disruptive CEO Nation as one of the Top 25 CEO Podcasts on the web, and it is ranked the number 6 CEO podcast to listen to in 2025! https://podcasts.feedspot.com/ceo_podcasts/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonsummerschicago/ Website: https://www.disruptiveceonation.com/    #CEO #leadership #startup #founder #business #businesspodcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textThe technological revolution isn't coming—it's already here, dismantling traditional business models and reshaping our economic landscape before our eyes. McKinsey's recent firing of 10% of its workforce, openly blaming AI disruption, signals a profound shift that extends far beyond consultancies.This episode dives deep into how artificial intelligence is fundamentally altering employment prospects across all sectors. Bill Gates predicts 80% of job losses within a decade, making it essential to understand how these changes will affect your career trajectory—regardless of your industry or position. We explore practical ways to position yourself ahead of this technological wave rather than being swept away by it.The racial dimension of technological change cannot be ignored, as evidenced by Google's $50 million settlement for bias claims and a shocking LinkedIn experiment where a Black woman changed her profile picture to that of a white woman named "Emily"—immediately receiving interview opportunities previously denied to her. These revelations expose the systemic biases being encoded into the very algorithms meant to streamline hiring processes.For working parents, particularly mothers, the post-pandemic push to return to office-based work adds yet another layer of complexity in an already challenging economic environment. The dismantling of flexible working arrangements disproportionately impacts women who often serve as primary caregivers, forcing many skilled professionals out of the workforce entirely.From HMRC's plans to tax interest on savings accounts to the European pharmacy advantages discovered during a Paris trip, this episode offers practical insights for navigating financial challenges in what increasingly feels like a financial police state. The conversation wraps with a comprehensive update on the Diddy trial, examining the testimony and implications of this high-profile case.Understand the forces reshaping our economic reality and equip yourself with the knowledge to thrive rather than merely survive in this rapidly evolving landscape.Sponsorships - Email me: hello@toyatalks.com Cc: toyawashington10@gmail.comTikTok: toya_washington Twitter: @toya_w (#ToyaTalksPodcast) Snapchat: @toyawashington Instagram: @toya_washington & @toya_talks www.toyatalks.comhttps://toyatalks.com/Music (Intro and Outro) Written and created by Nomadic Star

IDP Education has warned investors of a major earnings downgrade, which saw its share price tumble 48% in a single day. Treasury Wine Estates, the Aussie winemaker behind Penfolds, has just suffered a major hiccup in its big, bad, bold US strategy. McKinsey, the leading management consulting company, has cut its workforce by over 10%, as it lets AI tools like take the wheel. _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStorel Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance —- The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's MBA Admissions podcast we began by discussing the recent events and activities in the news; specifically, we discussed the recent U.S. administration's decisions around visa interviews for international MBA students. These are, frankly, very disturbing times, which can seriously harm the MBA experience at for all candidates at top MBA programs in the United States. We are hoping that good sense will prevail, in the near future. Graham highlighted an admissions event he is helping to moderate in Paris this upcoming week, which includes ten of the top MBA programs from the United States. Signups are here: https://bit.ly/paristopmba Graham noted three articles that have been recently published on Clear Admit. The first focuses on the costs of applying to Business School, from application fees to test prep, campus visits, and beyond. The second focuses on which top MBA programs allow for test waivers of the GMAT and GRE. This list appears to grow each season. Graham then highlighted a report from Forte which Clear Admit covered, that illustrates significant gender pay gap differentials. Graham highlighted three Real Humans alumni spotlights, alums from UNC / Kenan Flagler working at their own business, Grantease, Rice / Jones working at McKinsey, and Emory / Goizueta working at Morgan Stanley. For this week, for the candidate profile review portion of the show, Alex selected two ApplyWire entries and one DecisionWire entry: This week's first MBA admissions candidate has a 675 GMAT and 3.5 GPA. They are from China, and we discussed whether they should apply in Round 1 or Round 2, and whether they should retake the GMAT. This week's second MBA candidate has outstanding numbers and is from Africa. We think they are likely to be a very strong candidate but need to work on their story and connect it to their goals. The final MBA candidate is deciding between Columbia and Yale, with a significant scholarship. This episode was recorded in Paris, France and Cornwall, England. It was produced and engineered by the fabulous Dennis Crowley in Philadelphia, USA. Thanks to all of you who've been joining us and please remember to rate and review this show wherever you listen!

Is the digital health IPO drought over? Halle and Michael dig into the Hinge Health IPO and what it signals for the return of digital health companies to the public markets. They explore how much equity founders typically hold at IPO, the growing role of private equity, and why down rounds aren't the deal-breaker they once were.Plus: Elizabeth Holmes' husband launches a head-scratching startup, a former McKinsey healthcare partner faces prison time, and OpenAI teams up with the FDA.We cover:

Former leadership coach to IBM's top executives, Head of Organization Development at Honeywell, and fellow with McKinsey's Change Center, Todd has taught world leaders at Harvard's Kennedy School of Government, developed doctoral students at Columbia University, and trained tens of thousands of leaders globally to “Get to Candor”.As the founder of Holzman Leadership, a global consultancy, Todd's Real Work Process has been used by numerous Fortunate 500, FTSE 100, and Global 2000 companies to transform their leaders, cultures, and business results.Todd holds a B.S. in Industrial Labor Relations (Cornell), an M.A. in Organizational Psychology (Columbia), and an Ed.M. in Leadership & Adult Development (Harvard).

Alastair Dryburgh is the Chief Pricing Architect at Intelligent Pricing Architecture and the author of the book “Pricing Genius.” With a background in commercial direction for a marketing consultancy in the pharmaceutical industry, Alastair has spent years honing his expertise in pricing strategies, particularly for creative agencies and consultancies. He believes in the power of value capture and the importance of differentiation in a competitive market. In this episode, Alastair shares his insights on the significance of value over pricing, the necessity of focusing on unique offerings, and how consultants can effectively communicate their value to clients. Together, they discuss the challenges of pricing in a crowded marketplace and the impact of AI on consulting practices.   Why you have to check out today's podcast: Discover how to capture value effectively in your pricing strategies. Learn the importance of differentiation in a competitive consulting market. Explore the relationship between pricing, value, and client outcomes.   “Consider seriously the possibility that you are ten times as good as your competitors in at least part of what you do, and you should not rest until you have found a way of getting paid in accordance with that.” – Alastair Dryburgh   Topics Covered: 01:16 – Meet Alastair Dryburgh, a pricing expert with a unique background in the pharmaceutical industry. 01:55 – Discover the pivotal moment in the pharmaceutical sector that reshaped Alastair's career. 05:22 – Learn why successful pricing hinges on value capture rather than value creation. 05:52 – Understand the oxygen vs. coffee analogy that clarifies the pricing dilemma. 07:37 – Explore the consultant's dilemma of "Will I" vs. "Which one" decisions. 09:33 – Find out why many consultants appear the same and how to differentiate yourself. 11:04 – Uncover the proprietary process strategy inspired by McKinsey that can set you apart. 13:45 – Understand why specialization simplifies your business and enhances your appeal. 16:43 – Learn how to position yourself as the only choice for potential clients. 24:17 – Examine the impact of the AI revolution on consulting pricing models. 28:18 – Get final advice on recognizing and leveraging your 10x advantage in the market.   Key Takeaways: "It's about value capture, not value creation - you may be creating vast amounts of value but capturing only a tiny fraction of it." – Alastair Dryburgh "Every time I got more specialist, things got easier - your marketing becomes clearer and clients know immediately if they're your target." – Alastair Dryburgh "If you're using AI to reduce costs with a cost-plus pricing model, it will kill you - you're just saving your way out of business." – Alastair Dryburgh   Resources and People Mentioned: Intelligent Pricing Architecture: https://www.linkedin.com/company/intelligent-pricing-architecture/  Pricing Genius (book): https://www.amazon.com/Pricing-Genius-Getting-Properly-Advice/dp/1908770783 McKinsey & Co.: https://www.mckinsey.com/    Connect with Alastair Dryburgh: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alastairdryburgh/  Free resource: http://alastairdryburgh.com/guide/   Connect with Mark Stiving: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stiving/ Email: mark@impactpricing.com  

On today's episode, Clay is joined by Tim Koller to discuss all things valuation. Tim is the lead author of Valuation: Measuring and Managing the Value of Companies which is the #1 best-selling guide to business valuation. This book—now in its eighth edition—has sold more than one million copies, and is used as a textbook at top business schools such as Wharton School, University of Chicago, MIT, INSEAD, Tuck School of Business, and Northwestern University. As a Partner at McKinsey & Company, Tim combines broad cross-sector experience with decades of service to clients in value creation, corporate strategy, capital-markets issues, and M&A transactions. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN: 00:00 - Intro 01:45 - How companies create shareholder value. 05:13 - The common misconceptions related to creating shareholder value. 13:54 - How managers should think about return on invested capital. 28:08 - Why it's so common for managers to not take a long-term approach. 33:16 - How return on invested capital impacts a company's valuation. 46:30 - How Tim thinks about the vast differences in returns we've seen in the US relative to Europe. And so much more! Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences. BOOKS AND RESOURCES Join Clay and a select group of passionate value investors for a retreat in Big Sky, Montana. Learn more ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Join the exclusive ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TIP Mastermind Community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to engage in meaningful stock investing discussions with Stig, Clay, Kyle, and the other community members. Tim's book: Valuation. McKinsey's website. McKinsey's insights: McKinsey on Finance. Related Episode: TIP577: Valuation Masterclass w/ Aswath Damodaran. Follow Tim on LinkedIn. Follow Clay on LinkedIn & X. Check out all the books mentioned and discussed in our podcast episodes ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Enjoy ad-free episodes when you subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Premium Feed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. NEW TO THE SHOW? Get smarter about valuing businesses in just a few minutes each week through our newsletter, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Intrinsic Value Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Check out our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We Study Billionaires Starter Packs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow our official social media accounts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X (Twitter)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Browse through all our episodes (complete with transcripts) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Try our tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TIP Finance Tool⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Enjoy exclusive perks from our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠favorite Apps and Services⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠best business podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. SPONSORS Support our free podcast by supporting our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sponsors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: ⁠SimpleMining⁠ ⁠Hardblock⁠ ⁠AnchorWatch⁠ ⁠DeleteMe⁠ ⁠Fundrise⁠ ⁠Vanta⁠ ⁠The Bitcoin Way⁠ ⁠Unchained⁠ ⁠CFI Education⁠ ⁠Onramp⁠ ⁠Shopify HELP US OUT! Help us reach new listeners by leaving us a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rating and review⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! It takes less than 30 seconds, and really helps our show grow, which allows us to bring on even better guests for you all! Thank you – we really appreciate it! Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://premium.theinvestorspodcast.com/ Support our show by becoming a premium member! ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm

Lorraine K. Lee shares how to master your presence so that you can stand out and be recognized.— YOU'LL LEARN — 1) How to make sure your work is seen by the right people in the right places 2) The TEA framework for building great virtual presence 3) The trick to delivering a unique and powerful introductiontSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1061 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT LORRAINE — Lorraine K. Lee is an award-winning keynote speaker and the best-selling author of Unforgettable Presence: Get Seen, Gain Influence, and Catapult Your Career (Wiley). Lorraine brings unique expertise in empowering both high-potential and established leaders to supercharge their presence, influence, and impact. She is passionate about helping ambitious professionals go from invisible to unforgettable in the modern workplace, and her frameworks have been adopted by Fortune 500 companies and other globally recognized organizations including Zoom, Amazon, Cisco, and McKinsey & Company. With hundreds of thousands of LinkedIn followers, she is recognized as a LinkedIn Top Voice in workplace communication and presence. When Lorraine isn't speaking, she teaches popular courses at Stanford Continuing Studies and LinkedIn Learning that reach a large global audience. Before starting her own company, Lorraine spent over a decade as a founding editor at top tech firms like LinkedIn and Prezi, where she worked on core products including the LinkedIn Daily News module and LinkedIn Newsletters. Lorraine's insights have been featured in media outlets including CNBC, Forbes, Inc., Bloomberg, Fast Company, and Entrepreneur. • Book: Unforgettable Presence: Get Seen, Gain Influence, and Catapult Your Career• Book site: UnforgettablePresenceBook.com • LinkedIn: Lorraine K. Lee• Newsletter: Career Bites• Website: LorraineKLee.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Think Faster, Talk Smarter: How to Speak Successfully When You're Put on the Spot by Matt Abrams • Past episode: 213: Surviving and Winning Office Politics with Dorie Clark• Past episode: 704: How to Achieve Lasting Success by Thinking Long-Term with Dorie Clark • Product: Elgato Key Light • Product: Elgato Prompter • Software: Krisp— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Strawberry.me. Claim your $50 credit and build momentum in your career with Strawberry.me/AwesomeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.