The So What from BCG

Imagine a future where AI occupies top leadership roles and CEOs collaborate with AI bots. The podcast explores the integration of AI in the C-Suite, emphasizing trust and collaboration with AI systems. It discusses augmented collective intelligence and the importance of adjusting temperature settings in language models for creativity.

Experts Zineb Sqalli and Phillipa Osakwe-Okoye discuss setbacks in gender equality in Africa due to economic challenges and the pandemic, highlighting domestic violence and traditional gender roles as barriers. They stress the importance of creating inclusive work environments in both public and private sectors to boost Africa's GDP by $300 billion a year.

Learn how business leaders are focusing on cost efficiency in uncertain times, exploring strategies for reducing costs and investing in the future. Discover the challenges and strategies of pivoting in the supply chain. Explore the role of AI in driving efficiency and cost structure. Understand the gap between consumer sentiment, CEO sentiment, and economic data, and get recommendations for effective cost management.

Many companies underestimate the number of employees with disabilities, which BCG research shows is actually 25%. The podcast explores the reasons behind this misperception and the consequences of hiding disabilities. It also highlights the impact of disability on the workforce, the need to address ableism in the corporate world, and strategies for creating an inclusive environment and supporting disabled employees.

Companies should focus on upskilling and reskilling workers to effectively use generative AI. It is important to balance algorithms with human considerations. Analyzing roles and activities can determine how AI can enhance productivity. Skills like adaptability, creativity, collaboration, and expertise in AI will be valued. Trust in gen AI can be built through experience and critical thinking.

In this special episode of The So What from BCG, human and AI intelligence come together. Join BCG’s Global Chair Rich Lesser, and GENE, BCG’s new GenAI conversational agent, for a wide-ranging exploration of the CEO agenda as world leaders gather at Davos. Rich and GENE discuss the transformative power of generative AI technology, the urgency of climate action, and the critical need for trust in an era of innovation.If you’re invested in the future of business and society, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. To learn more about BCG at Davos, visit https://www.bcg.com/about/partner-ecosystem/world-economic-forum/davos. To hear more of GENE, listen at https://lnk.to/bcg-genai-on-genai-series-link05.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

Bob Sulentic, CEO of CBRE, and Jeff Hill from BCG discuss the importance of time management for CEOs. They explore different approaches to managing time, including leaving open hours for thinking. The impact on company culture, meeting efficiency, and personal brand building is also discussed.

Sreyssha George, an expert in technology and people for BCG, talks about building a personal brand, asking for feedback, and being open to change. They discuss the benefits of personal branding, the challenges of conforming to traditional leadership models, and the impact of online presence on perception. They emphasize the importance of living the brand every day and being conscious of the people one spends time with.

Discover the power of precision branding through deep psychology and associations with the brand. Learn how startups can win against industry giants by investing in digital technology. Explore effective marketing campaigns, the influence of first-fast response in advertising, and the importance of measuring marketing effectiveness and long-term investment.

Explore the urgent need to close the $18 trillion investment gap for the energy transition. Discuss progress towards 2030 climate goals and the role of consumers in driving change. Learn about the challenges and opportunities for businesses in addressing climate change. Understand the difference between demand-led and supply-led transitions in clean energy.