Surviving Job Darwinism: Adaptability in Today's Job Market (ft. Sir Christopher Pissarides, 2010 Nobel Prize in Economics)

2050 Investors — Economic and markets megatrends, ahead of 2050’s global sustainability targets

What is the impact of technological change on employment? When it comes to skills and jobs, adaptability quotient (AQ) can have a massive impact on your career, in comparison to intellectual (IQ) and emotional (EQ) quotients. Especially as workers must change and evolve to keep pace with technologies. So, how individuals make their way through employment opportunities?

In this new episode of 2050 Investors, Kokou Agbo-Bloua investigates our ability to survive in a labour market that is poised to be revolutionized by technology. Key themes such as the evolution of job sectors, the role of government policies in addressing societal needs, and the shifting dynamics of job hierarchies are expertly dissected. From the necessity of social skills in service-oriented industries to the growing demand for adaptable professionals in the digital age, the episode offers a comprehensive analysis of the contemporary job landscape.

As the conversation deepens, Kokou is joined by Professor Sir Christopher Pissarides, 2010 Nobel Prize Laureate in Economics. Together they discuss topics ranging from the impact of emerging technologies to the challenges of worsening inequality. Sir Pissarides provides profound perspectives on the future of work and the essential skills required to thrive in an ever-changing environment.

Through anecdotes and real-life experiences, listeners gain valuable insights into the dynamic nature of job markets, spanning from the dot-com boom to the aftermath of financial crises. With memorable quotes from renowned figures like Charles Darwin and Albert Einstein, the episode leaves a lasting impression, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning and adaptation in the pursuit of career success. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a budding talent, this episode promises to help you understand the complexities of the modern workforce with confidence and agility.

About this show

Welcome to 2050 Investors your monthly guide to understanding the intricate connections between finance, globalisation, and ESG.

Join host Kokou Agbo-Bloua, Head of Economics, Cross-Asset & Quant Research at Societe Generale, for an investigation of the economic and market megatrends shaping the present and future, and how these trends might influence our progress to meeting 2050’s challenging global sustainability targets.

In each episode, Kokou deep dives into the events impacting the economy, financial markets, the planet, and society. Through a magical blend of personal anecdotes, in-depth research and narratives overlaid with music, sound effects, and pop culture references, there’s certainly something for everyone.

Kokou also interviews industry-leading experts, personalities, entrepreneurs and even Nobel prize winners! You will learn from the best on a wide range of subjects on current affairs, market shifts, and economic developments.

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Previous episodes of 2050 Investors have explored ESG-influenced financial assets, climate change, AI, greenflation, smart cities, globalization, plastic pollution, food, health care, biodiversity, the energy transition, and more.

Credits

Presenter & Writer: Kokou Agbo-Bloua. Editor: Julien Moity, Vincent Nickelsen. Production Designer: Emmanuel Minelle, Radio K7 Creative. Executive Producer: Fanny Giniès. Sound Director: Antoine Larcher. Music: Rone. Graphic Design: Cedric Cazaly

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