Post by McKinsey & Company

From the comedy club to the boardroom, some laughs turn into ideas. And some ideas change the game. Fabio Porchat shared lessons from his transformational journey during the Brilliant Moves: Live event in Brazil, where he offered a powerful perspective: ideas only endure when they are grounded in real life and people. In his reflection, he noted that his journey was not only defined by his successes, but that failures also brought clarity, recalibrated his direction, and created space for bolder decisions. This mindset extends to building teams as well. “In the end, it’s people connecting with people.” Without connection, there is no timing. Without timing, there is no impact. Surrounding yourself with exceptional people—those with different perspectives and a willingness to challenge—is not just a leadership choice; it’s a requirement for growth. Looking ahead, one question lingered: with each generation, humor reinvents itself. “What I can’t stop thinking about is: what is this next ‘new’?” For Porchat, the next brilliant moves start there: with authenticity, courage, human connection—and, of course, a sense of humor.