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Share this email Share this email on LinkedIn   Share this email on Twitter   Share this email on Facebook   New from McKinsey & Company   Curated by Molly Liebergall   Digital Editor, New York Looking back on 100 Author Talks interviews Remember Tsedal Neeley's prediction for the future of remote work? Or Indra Nooyi's life lessons as the first woman of color and immigrant to run a Fortune 50 company? Maybe you took solace in Jennifer Moss's advice for chronic burnout last winter. Since the first edition of Author Talks in December 2020, we've spoken with strategists, scientists, and executives about everything from workplace humor to the leadership traits people can learn from Navy SEALs. Check out the 100th edition of Author Talks, an interview with Bill George about his new book, and see the 10 most-read Author Talks interviews of all time below. For the latest from the series, bookmark the Author Talks page. Read more What separates the best CEOs from the rest? Three McKinsey senior partners looked across more than 20 years' worth of data on 7,800 CEOs from 3,500 public companies across 70 countries and 24 industries to identify the mindsets that helped top chief executives deliver extraordinary impact. Seek excellence  Make anxiety your ally How can we reclaim our relationship with anxiety, so it works for, and not against, us? Develop a healthy mindset  Tsedal Neeley on why remote work is here to stay—and how to get it right In a new book, Tsedal Neeley details how organizations can build and lead a culture of trust and inclusivity in a remote-work environment. Navigate the challenges  Attributes—not skills—determine whether you 'cut it' or not Retired Navy SEAL commander Rich Diviney explains why we react to stressors the way we do and how to achieve optimal performance. Hone your attributes  How to handle your work jerk Half of the battle against toxic behavior is identifying your own inner jerk. Deal with discomfort  Fred Dust on making conversations count In his new book, designer Fred Dust offers a blueprint for having more productive, deliberate, and purposeful conversations. Go deeper  Indra Nooyi on leadership, life, and crafting a better future The trailblazing former CEO of PepsiCo discusses the events that shaped her life and offers a blueprint for work–family conundrums. Hear her voice  Somebody tell a joke Two Stanford faculty members explain why we need more humor at work. The power of humor  Lead like a girl Dalia Feldheim says managers and executives, regardless of gender, can combat widespread burnout by embracing conventionally feminine leadership traits. Change your perspective  Why burnout is an epidemic—and what to do about it To solve the burnout epidemic, organizations need to look beyond traditional wellness perks. See the update  More from McKinsey on Books The Titanium Economy Asutosh Padhi, Gaurav Batra, and Nick Santhanam reveal manufacturing, an under-appreciated and under-valued sector of the economy, for what it really is: a reliable source of high-paying, domestic jobs and soaring stock prices—a bright spot in an economy that has too often been buffeted by external shocks. #TitaniumEconomyBook Preorder now  Deliberate Calm A tangible guide that combines cutting-edge neuroscience, psychology, and consciousness practices, along with the McKinsey veterans' decades of experience working with leaders around the globe. #DeliberateCalmBook Preorder now  2022 summer reading guide McKinsey's annual book list from leaders, authors, and editors is back—with something for everyone. Browse 100+ books  To see more essential reading on topics that matter, visit McKinsey Themes. Follow our thinking Share these insights Did you enjoy this email? Forward it to colleagues and friends so they can subscribe too. Was this forwarded to you? Sign up for it and sample our 40+ other free email subscriptions here. McKinsey Insights - Get our latest thinking on your iPhone, iPad or Android. This email contains information about McKinsey's research, insights, services, or events. By opening our emails or clicking on links, you agree to our use of cookies and web tracking technology. For more information on how we use and protect your information, please review our privacy policy. You received this email because you subscribed to our Organization alert list. Manage subscriptions | Unsubscribe Copyright © 2022 | McKinsey & Company, 3 World Trade Center, 175 Greenwich Street, New York, NY 10007