In this episode of the Decision Intelligence Lab podcast, hosts Vijay Mehrotra and Michael Watson engage with Karthik Gada, a CFO and author, to explore the accelerating rate of change in technology and its implications for businesses, economies, and individuals. Gada discusses how technological advancements are interconnected and how they impact various sectors, including healthcare and education. He emphasizes the importance of adapting to rapid changes, fostering an entrepreneurial mindset, and leveraging individual strengths to navigate the complexities of the modern world. The conversation also touches on the challenges posed by institutional rigidity and the need for effective leadership in an era of constant disruption.
Chapters
0:00 - Preview
0:40 - Meet Kartik Gada
1:40 - Understanding Technological Disruption & Accelerating Pace of Change
4:05 - The Impact of Cost Reduction on Technology
7:40 - Bottlenecks in Healthcare and Education
12:30 - How Individuals Respond to Change
15:48 - Embracing Change and Entrepreneurial Mindset
20:50 - Education and Career Pathways in a Changing World
24:15 - Managing Economic Complexity with AI
28:20 - Leadership in an Era of Rapid Change
31:50 - Closing Thoughts
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Connect with guest
Kartik Gada: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kartikgada/
Connect with hosts
Prof. Vijay Mehrotra (University of San Francisco): https://www.linkedin.com/in/vijay-mehrotra-ba9498/
Prof. Michael Watson (Northwestern University): https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-watson-07600a1/
About the podcast
The Decision Intelligence Lab podcast delivers real-world insights for data professionals, business leaders, and anyone seeking to leverage data & AI for smarter decision-making & successful business outcomes.
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