#279: Eric Kutcher, Senior Partner, McKinsey & Company – AI is about growth, not just productivity
About this episode
Eric Kutcher discusses the AI revolution and its implications for leadership and team dynamics.
“This is a once-in-a-generation technology transition.” That’s how Eric Kutcher, Senior Partner and North America Chair at McKinsey & Company describes the AI moment we’re living through. And he should know: he’s spent 28 years coaching the world’s top companies through massive change. In this episode, Eric breaks down the AI revolution in practical terms, dives deep into what truly makes a team great, and shares a story involving three thousand stress balls that you’ll never forget. You’ll also learn: What it means to work with “long term urgency” How to identify great talent when they have zero experience The mindset you need to bounce back from a big failure Two ways you can drive change in your organization Take your learning further. Get proven leadership advice from these (free!) resources: The How Leaders Lead App: A vast library of 90-second leadership lessons to stay sharp on the go Daily Insight Emails: One small (but powerful!) leadership principle to focus on each day Whichever you choose, you can be sure…
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