Talent and Startups: The Engine of Future Growth

Andreas Haffner and Saeed Amidi discuss the collaboration between large corporations and startups, using the automotive industry as an example. They highlight how corporations offer scalability, large markets, infrastructure, and financial strength, while startups provide agility, flexibility, and innovation. The discussion also covers the impact of AI and automation on jobs, with a focus on how AI can increase productivity and create new opportunities, even if some jobs are replaced. The speakers emphasize the importance of embracing technology and change for future growth and competitiveness, especially in the face of global economic pressures. They also touch upon key skills for the future, such as execution and relationship-building.