What makes McKinsey different?
I was kind of shocked at how seamlessly we can integrate as a firm across continents on values, quality of work, and collaboration. I can’t imagine another place doing it. But I think we can do it because we are so centered on values. Working with a global team I’ve worked with a wide variety of people representing different nationalities on many different issues. And it’s been such a fascinating ride. When working with a global team, we have to be flexible and patient and collaborative. Sometimes somebody’s going to have an call at eleven at night. When you set up a global team, somebody’s got to do it. That’s just part of life. I’m more humble than I ever was I think I have a much better appreciation for what I can and cannot do. Consulting can be very humbling. I think I have a healthy respect for the influence we have as a firm and as individuals. But I also have a lot more confidence than I’ve ever had, and I’m a lot more structured with everything—especially my thinking. I’m also
