In this special episode of Take the Lead, we are joined by Karin Kimbrough, LinkedIn Global Chief Economist, who shares her data and insights for the APAC Region, including:

• Macroeconomic/Economic Outlook for 2024 Globally & APAC
• Key insights from the World Economic Forum in Davos.
• Evolving labour market trends in APAC and Australia, focusing on remote and hybrid work models, and the rapid change in skills due to Generative AI.
• The implications of economic recovery for revenue leaders, including GDP growth and the strategic importance of relationships in business.
• Predictions for industry growth acceleration, particularly in finance, manufacturing (renewables), and healthcare sectors.
• Gender equity metrics in APAC countries in light of International Women's Day, focusing on female representation in the workforce and leadership roles.

LinkedIn Host: Alana Brittain
LinkedIn Guest: Karin Kimbrough - LinkedIn Global Chief Economist

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In this special episode of Take the Lead, we dive into the implications of how generative AI will impact the B2B sales landscape. We demystify the hype around AI, and focus on key productivity gains that will help add value to sales teams and augment human capability.

Grace Kerrison – Head of Sales Solutions, APAC, LinkedIn

Greg Arnold – VP of Engineering, LinkedIn
Neil Khare - Head of Product Marketing, LinkedIn

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This episode of Take the Lead discusses how businesses are adapting to changes in the way work gets done and how customers buy products and services. 

Sonia Adams - Global Client Chief Officer, GHD and Nick Reynolds - CMO, Johnson Controls Hitachi Air discuss how their industries have shifted from traditional selling approaches to more consultative, data-driven models focused on building trust and understanding customer needs.

They talk about the challenges of leading intergenerational workforces and implementing new technologies. Both emphasise the importance of understanding different generations, focusing on key priorities, and having regular conversations with employees to drive change and productivity in a way that considers everyone's perspectives.

LinkedIn Host

Alana Brittain, Head of Strategic & Enterprise Sales Solutions ANZ

LinkedIn Guests:

Sonia Adams - Global Client Chief Officer, GHD
Nick Reynolds - CMO, Johnson Controls Hitachi Air

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