World Bank's Dr. Kim Says Change Was Needed When He Came on Board

The speaker discusses the challenges faced due to their different background compared to predecessors like Robert McNamara. They highlight the resistance within the institution, not just towards them but towards governance as a whole. The speaker brought in experts like Alan Mulally to assess and improve the institution's structure, acknowledging the complexity and the need for change. Despite the anticipated difficulties, the speaker felt a moral responsibility to enhance the institution's effectiveness.

What was one of the main reasons for resistance faced by the speaker?

• Disinterest in the organization's goals

• Different background from predecessors

• Inability to communicate effectively

• Lack of experience in the field

What is a common sentiment among World Bank Group staff regarding governance?

• They are optimistic about future changes

• They are generally supportive of new leadership

• They are indifferent to changes in governance

• They are skeptical about the governance from the Presidency's perspective

What approach did the speaker take to understand the institution's functioning?

• Bringing in external experts for evaluation

• Ignoring existing structures

• Conducting surveys among staff

• Implementing immediate changes without consultation

Who was one of the experts brought in by the speaker to assess the organization?

• Steve Jobs

• Robert McNamara

• Alan Mulally

• Henry Ford

What did the speaker feel was their moral responsibility?

• To avoid making any changes

• To leave the organization

• To give their best effort to improve the institution

• To maintain the status quo