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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 Light reads for the long weekend The unofficial end of summer is upon us in the Northern Hemisphere, but there's still time to rest and recharge before jumping back into peak work season. Learn how to center yourself with Deliberate Calm, the forthcoming book by McKinsey veterans Jacqueline Brassey, Aaron De Smet, and Michiel Kruyt. For a look into the future of the American economy, you could check out Titanium Economy, an upcoming book by McKinsey's Asutosh Padhi, Gaurav Batra, and Nick Santhanam. Or, simply unwind with these light reads and videos.  Read more McKinsey on Books 2022 summer reading guide McKinsey's annual book list from leaders, authors, and editors is back—with something for everyone. Browse 100+ books McKinsey for Kids Space junk—It's out of this world Rockets, satellites, moonwalks and more: let's explore space in this seventh edition of McKinsey for Kids. Find your flight suit and buckle up for a closer look at the future of space and how people are trying to deal with the stratospheric equivalent of your family's junk drawer. Up up and away  Why your computer learns faster and games better than you think Computers can solve some problems better and faster than humans can—but only after humans train the machines to use artificial intelligence. Let's explore the world of gaming to figure out how. Think like your technology  K-pop, culture, containers, and why Asia's where the action is Ever thought about who makes many of the viral videos you watch or the T-shirt you're wearing, and how it really got to you? In a new McKinsey for Kids, let's head to Asia and think about really fun things like big container ships and supply chains. Explore fun things in Asia  My Rookie Moment Authenticity A truly inclusive environment is one where everyone's individuality is embraced and celebrated. But bringing your authentic self to work is not always easy and often requires vulnerability, courage, and the support of others. Watch the video  Meeting with CEOs For rookie consultants, speaking with a CEO is often an exciting experience—but it can also be intimidating. Watch the video  Authorship The process of writing a book is no easy feat. It's often a journey that involves years of preparation, multiple iterations, and constant refinements—much like what it takes to become a good consultant. Watch the video Author Talks Author Talks: Into the unknown Nathan Furr and Susannah Harmon Furr provide a tool kit for navigating the growing uncertainty we face in our lives. Be capable  Author Talks: Design your future Danish design experts Christian Bason and Jens Martin Skibsted say humanity needs a more expansive outlook on problem-solving—one that is less human-centered and more future-proof. Make the time  Author Talks: Quiet! Noise, notifications, anxiety. Internally and externally, life has never been more distracting—which is why finding moments of silence has never been more important. Embrace silence  To see more essential reading on topics that matter, visit McKinsey Themes. — Curated by Bifen Xu, a digital editor based in New York 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