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We’ve made it to November and fall is in full swing in the Northern Hemisphere. As you unwind this weekend, catch up on the week’s essential reads on quitting on time, what emergencies can teach us about solving long-term problems, DEI in private markets, and more.

Poker player-turned decision strategist Annie Duke talks about strategic quitting in a recent Author Talks interview.

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Chef and nonprofit founder José Andrés knows a thing or two about working under pressure. He shares his recipe for a successful emergency response in a new interview from McKinsey Quarterly.

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How can private markets measure progress on diversity, equity, and inclusion? David Baboolall and Alexandra Nee give the lowdown on DEI data.

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