ReThinking

Cultivating good power with longtime IBM CEO Ginni Rometty

May 9, 2023

Ginni Rometty, the first female CEO of IBM and author of "Good Power," shares her inspiring journey and insights on leadership. She emphasizes the importance of redefining power by fostering respect and empowerment in corporate culture. Ginni discusses the significance of resilience and patience, especially for young professionals. She highlights the ethical dimensions of AI and advocates for careers in tech. Her thoughts on balancing personal priorities with professional ambitions resonate deeply, encouraging listeners to embrace discomfort for growth.

33:32

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Ginni Rometty

Highlights

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Advice for Graduating Students: Let Life Unfold and Ask More Questions

01:27

Lessons on Building Belief and Knowing What Must Endure

01:47

Chat and AI: The Future of Education

00:46

Intro

3min

Navigating Self-Discovery and Resilience

4min

Redefining Power in Corporate Leadership

10min

Rethinking Organizational Dynamics and Personal Priorities

2min

Navigating AI Ethics and Career Choices

10min

Embracing Discomfort for Growth

6min

Ginni Rometty rose through the ranks at IBM to become their first female CEO. After leading the iconic tech company from 2012 to 2020, Ginni chronicled the experiences and lessons learned in her memoir, “Good Power.” In a candid conversation at the Authors@Wharton series, Ginni talks with Adam about cultivating and harnessing influence, leading change through highlighting what will stay the same, and her cautious optimism about the future of AI. Transcripts for ReThinking are available at go.ted.com/RWAGscripts.

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