Former GE Exec Comstock Pushes for Creative Risk Taking

Former GE Exec Comstock Pushes for Creative Risk Taking

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The transcript discusses the importance of imagining forward and creative problem solving in the context of technological change. It explores the concept of dual tracks in companies to foster innovation and questions whether traditional companies like GE can compete with tech giants such as Amazon and Google. The conversation also touches on cultural challenges and adaptation, the personal journey of Beth Comstock, and the need for more women in leadership roles. Finally, it considers the future of GE and Comstock's personal career plans.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What is a key challenge for big companies like GE in the age of technology?

Being nimble and adapting to change

Reducing their product lines

Increasing their workforce

Maintaining their current business model

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What is one way traditional companies can compete with tech giants?

By learning from the culture of established companies

By reducing their workforce

By focusing solely on their existing products

By ignoring cultural adaptation

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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Why did the speaker leave GE?

She was offered a better position elsewhere

She wanted to start her own company

There was a management change

She retired

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What is a significant barrier to women reaching top positions in companies?

Hiring biases and lack of diversity programs

Too many opportunities

Lack of interest

Lack of education

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What does the speaker believe is necessary for increasing diversity in the workplace?

Focusing on short-term profits

Taking risks on diverse candidates

Maintaining current hiring practices

Hiring more men

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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How does the speaker feel about the pace of change in gender equality?

Satisfied with the progress

Optimistic but wishes it were faster

Pessimistic about any change

Indifferent to the issue

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What is the speaker's outlook on GE's future?

GE should focus on new markets

GE is a great company with complex challenges

GE is beyond recovery

GE should reduce its workforce