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The episode discusses the critical role of CEOs in driving organizational transformation and overcoming internal challenges.

Transformations often falter due to internal dynamics that divide organizations, such as misaligned incentives, siloed efforts, and risk aversion. CEOs are uniquely positioned to address these challenges by tackling the root causes of collective-action problems and uniting their organizations around bold aspirations. Join Meagan Hill, Mathew Lee, and Kurt Strovink as they explore the role of the CEO in driving enterprise-wide transformation and embedding lasting change into the fabric of their organizations. Related Insights Collective action, collective success: A CEO’s role in transformations Courageous conversations: How to lead with heart A CEO for All Seasons: Mastering the Cycles of Leadership 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

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Guests: Meagan Hill, Mathew Lee, Kurt Strovink

Topics covered

• CEO role
• organizational transformation
• collective action
• leadership
• change management

Keywords

• CEO
• transformation
• leadership
• organizational change
• collective action

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Organizations: McKinsey & Company

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