
#279: Eric Kutcher, Senior Partner, McKinsey & Company – AI is about growth, not just productivity
How Leaders Lead with David NovakShow Notes
“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
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