In this podcast, Eric Schmidt, the former CEO of Google, shares insights on leadership and the challenges of building successful tech companies in the era of AI. He highlights essential leadership qualities such as risk-taking and nurturing a strong technical culture. Schmidt underscores the transformative potential of AI while stressing the need for ethical development to address issues like misinformation, especially its effects on younger generations. He also emphasizes that adaptability and continuous innovation are vital for companies to succeed in today’s fast-changing technological landscape.