The Strategy Skills Podcast: Strategy | Leadership | Critical Thinking | Problem-Solving 415: If VCs & Gov. join forces we can solve society’s biggest problems. With venture capitalist and lecturer at Stanford University, Arun Gupta
Jan 17, 2024
Arun Gupta, venture capitalist and lecturer at Stanford University, discusses how collaboration between Business, Government, and Society can address societal challenges. He emphasizes the need for customer empathy, bridging the gap in government and mission-oriented work, and connecting talent and innovation in government. The importance of trust, incentive systems, and innovation are also explored. The chapter concludes with information on additional resources for further exploration.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
From Consulting to Teaching: A Journey of Optimism and Philanthropy
01:38 • 14min
Importance of Customer Empathy and Understanding
15:43 • 24min
Understanding the Misconception and Infrastructure Gap in Government and Mission-oriented Work
39:53 • 3min
Connecting Talent and Innovation in Government
42:34 • 8min
The Importance of Trust, Incentive Systems, and Innovation
50:45 • 3min
Wrapping Up and Additional Resources
53:20 • 3min