Leading McKinsey authors argue counterintuitively that organizations must rely on middle managers?uniquely positioned close to ground but also with a crucial connection to company strategy?to guide their organizations through today's rapid and complex change, and to shape the new world of work.

• Important counterintuitive argument that mid-level managers are crucial to the future of work.
• Explains & illustrates how managers can and must reimagine their roles.
• Based on deep and broad McKinsey research and practice with rich stories and data.
• Empowering, positive, timely business story.

Audience: Broad management audience plus leaders, execs interested in reshaping work and the org. Also HR execs and talent managers.