The Worst Moments in Tech of 2024 (with Victoria Ku)

The Product Manager

In an era marked by rapid technological change and economic uncertainty, the tech industry once seen as a paragon of stability is now grappling with significant upheaval.
In this episode, Hannah Clark is joined by Victoria Ku—ex-Airbnb and former Head of Product & Design at Highnote—to explore the shifting paradigms in the tech industry post-pandemic, the prevailing economic difficulties, and the widespread influence of AI on our professional landscape.
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Chapters

1. The Worst Moments in Tech of 2024 (with Victoria Ku) (00:00:00)

2. The Great Resignation and Its Aftermath (00:01:50)

3. Victoria's Career and Personal Insights (00:03:47)

4. The Current Job Market and Future Outlook (00:05:18)

5. AI's Impact on the Tech Industry (00:08:55)

6. Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs (00:13:07)

7. The Future of Work and Society (00:16:47)

8. Personal Reflections and Final Thoughts (00:23:29)

9. Rethinking Productivity and AI's Role in Society (00:26:31)

10. The Value of Human Effort in an AI-Driven World (00:31:01)

11. Embracing Change and the Future Economy (00:35:24)

12. Navigating the Future of AI and the Power Vacuum (00:38:27)