Linda Jingfang Cai

For Chief Human Resources Officers, dealing with divergent perspectives between employees and the C-suite on purpose, technology, office space and amenities, and their influence on productivity, culture and engagement, requires a nuanced approach. Those who can embrace human-centered leadership are more likely to generate lasting change and a more positive, engaged workforce. Stephen Koss and Shinichiro Uzawa discuss how human-centered leadership encourages more positive responses to change. Check out the discussion now. #humancenteredcxo #csuite #leadership #betterworkingworld #transformation #CHRO #employee #talent

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Generative AI has the power to elevate HR’s role within the organization, transforming practitioners from transactional operators to strategic advisers. But to capture its full potential, chief HR officers need to pinpoint where AI can have the greatest value. Explore six guiding principles for crafting effective plans to drive HR’s reinvention. https://atbain.co/3ZhlYTX

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The future of work requires more agile and effective teams to keep up with the speed of change. However, the collaboration required to solve big challenges remains elusive, and most employees don’t believe their teams are collaborating well. Teams need the right capabilities and skills to unlock their true potential and achieve their collective intelligence and breakthroughs. My brilliant KF colleagues Michel Buffet and Andrés T. Tapia elegantly summarize years of multidisciplinary research in this fantastic paper around the 5 disciplines of inclusive teams. And their new upcoming book will complete the trilogy: The 5 disciplines of Inclusive Leaders, The 5 disciplines of Inclusive Teams, and The 5 disciplines of Inclusive Organizations. #leadership #inclusiveteams #agility #powerofall #collectiveintelligence #diversity

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"But Amanda, it's a NON-CASH EXPENSE!!!" - Every stock plan person trying to explain why their expense rate is "OK".... Whether you're running out of shares or being asked to reduced stock based compensation expense, we have an answer for you. Join Dan and me for a dive into ways to respond to the ever-changing landscape of equity compensation, the needs of your company's financials, and the opinions of your investors without creating a huge gap in perception by your employees. #domorewithless #betterdecisions

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96% of transformations face turning points at some point, proving that major organizational change is rarely seamless. To navigate these critical make-or-break moments, EY research reveals that businesses that put humans at the center by sensing early signs of issues and acting decisively to realign efforts are 12 times more likely to significantly improve transformation performance. As companies look to maximize value from investments, leaning on human talent can overcome common pitfalls and foster a more resilient culture for the long term. https://lnkd.in/eHZSHA-J #Transformation #Strategy 

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🚀 Unlock Agile Leadership with Emily Phillips 🚀 In today’s fast-paced world, adaptability is key. Emily Phillips' 2016 TEDx talk sheds light on what it truly means to lead with agility. From overcommunicating strategic goals to empowering decision-makers, Emily emphasizes the importance of fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and rapid adaptation. Don’t miss out on these invaluable insights that can transform your leadership approach. 👉 Watch now: Emily Phillips on Agile Leadership

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Transformations with a human-centered approach can more than double success rates. My colleagues, Errol Gardner and Liz Fealy highlight how prioritizing emotional support, clear vision, and leadership collaboration are all key to driving sustainable change.

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Who says change has to be slow and painful? Discover how to make your organizational transformation swift and smooth, with strategies to boost team alignment and achieve success faster. #BeMoreThan #KornFerry https://bit.ly/40CtcTM

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I am very thankful to Neil C. Hughes for the recent opportunity to talk about a topic we care deeply about - Transformation Fatigue and how Emergn is solving it for many organizations. This area resonates with so many, and even the research we published earlier this year continues to point to the reality that companies are still challenged with how to get around large programs of work while working through all the buzzwords being tossed around. https://lnkd.in/eDGfnGZG #transformationfatigue

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Feedback takes courage, commitment, and time. Teaching and reinforcing feedback skills in the flow of work can accelerate a culture of growth and performance. Hear reflections from my colleagues Lisa Christensen, Director of McKinsey’s Learning Design COE, Heather Stefanski, Partner and Chief Learning and Talent Officer, and Greg Williams, Learning Design Expert, on how feedback culture and great learning design can be a bridge to culture building. ➡️ Discover their insights in our People in Progress blog: https://lnkd.in/dXdGuqpq #McKinseyInsights #PeopleinProgress

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In this article I share some thoughts on the connections between culture and strategy, which can easily be over simplified. An agile organization needs to treat culture and strategy as inextricably connected, and important topics for leadership dialogue. The health of leadership conversations both reflects and reinforces culture, while engaging with strategic choices. https://wix.to/yE3eVCZ #culturalagility #organizationalagility #strategyandculture

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Investing in true organizational change management is key to successful transformations. It's not just about new tech, but about aligning stakeholders, training leaders, and engaging employees early. Embedding a culture of change ensures long-term success. Check out the full article from Joe A. Pruitt II and Sendero for more insights: https://buff.ly/3RW0o3B #ChangeManagement #Leadership #EmployeeEngagement #OrganizationalCulture #Transformation

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Engaging in some thought-provoking discussions about organization design, governance, and Gen AI at the Organization Design Forum! #GenAI #ODF #OrganizationDesignForum #Deloitte #OrgDesign #Governance

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According to our research report, 42% of executives see lack of employee training and skills as significant barriers to AI adoption. Find out how to break the cycle and build a more adaptive workforce: https://slalom.ws/3YtHKlZ. #ImWithSlalom

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Most strategy conversations revolve around predicting the next big disruption. We focus so much on answering: “What’s going to change in the next 10 years?” to ensure we adapt quickly. But the most resilient companies ask an equally critical question: “What won’t change in the next 10 years?” Balancing adaptability with strategic constancy is a wise move. Here’s why. Agility has a cost to your organization and may dilute your competitive advantages in the long term, which drives to less than ideal outcomes. One of the challenges I often see when organizations pivot too often or too quickly is that it can lead to misalignment with the company’s broader goals and an overfocus on short-term results.   👉 The Takeaway: Agility isn’t everything. It works best when paired with strategic clarity and accountability. Identify the unshakable foundations of your business - especially your customer value proposition - and remain committed to sharpening them despite external pressures. What won’t change about your business in the next decade, and how are you using agility to enhance those strengths? https://lnkd.in/gvG7UVrV #Leadership #Strategy #Growth #AI #DigitalTransformation

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There’s an essential element that can make or break transformations: employee “will.” According to our research, organizations that cultivate will—along with building critical skills, executing with rigor, and setting a holistic aspiration—are more likely to outperform peers. Discover 3 critical steps to create the momentum needed for lasting change: https://lnkd.in/gMwemiCZ #Transformation #Change #EmployeeEngagement

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