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The Global Edge with Sophie Krantz

A podcast that shares insights on what’s shifting in the world, across socioeconomic, geopolitical, and technological areas, and how it can shape the way leaders think, act, and lead globally. It helps leaders gain a global edge. www.sophiekrantz.com

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All Episodes

14:39

Ignore the experts when necessary

The Global Edge with Sophie Krantz ·

2024/12/18

This podcast episode focuses on the importance of ambition and challenging conventional wisdom to achieve groundbreaking results, building on work by Global Strategist, Sophie Krantz. The episode uses the story of Katalin Karikó, winner of the 2023 Nobel Prize in Medicine, to illustrate this concept. Karikó faced many setbacks in her career, including being ousted from her research position at the University of Pennsylvania. However, with support from her family, she persevered and ultimately made a

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23:05

Recognize the youth-driven power shift

The Global Edge with Sophie Krantz ·

2024/12/18

This podcast explores the changing landscape of global power in light of major demographic shifts and technological advancements. The discussion stems from the work of Global Strategist Sophie Krantz and examines the growing influence of a young workforce in low- and middle-income countries, contrasting with the aging populations of developed nations.Key insights from the podcast include:* UN population forcasts predict the rise of young populations in regions like Africa and India offers

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15:33

Be heard where it counts

The Global Edge with Sophie Krantz ·

2024/12/18

This podcast discusses how women’s voices are being silenced in various ways, particularly in Afghanistan, and how digital platforms can empower any marginalised individuals around the world to amplify their voices and reach global audiences.The podcast draws on the work of Sophie Krantz, a Global Strategist focusing on the theme “Be Heard Where It Counts.” It highlights the contrast between the silencing of women in Afghanistan and the success of individuals like Heather Cox Richardson, who earns

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17:33

See more to achieve more

The Global Edge with Sophie Krantz ·

2024/12/18

This podcast explores the importance of a global worldview for leaders in today’s rapidly changing world, building on work by Global Strategist, Sophie Krantz. It draws inspiration from Ferdinand Magellan’s circumnavigation of the globe 500 years ago, an achievement that transformed humanity’s understanding of the world and opened up new possibilities.The podcast argues that, much like Magellan’s voyage, embracing a broader perspective is crucial for leaders to navigate the complexities of the 21st

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19:19

Find possibility where most see problems

The Global Edge with Sophie Krantz ·

2024/12/18

This podcast builds on the work of Global Strategist Sophie Krantz, who emphasizes the power of finding possibility where most see problems. Millions of displaced people, like Kholoud from Syria, have been forced to flee their homes due to conflict, violence, and human rights violations. These individuals face immense challenges, but they also possess great potential. This podcast will explore how digital tools are transforming the lives of displaced populations by creating scalable solutions for

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33:09

See innovation hotspots that are emerging everywhere

The Global Edge with Sophie Krantz ·

2024/12/18

This podcast builds on work conducted by Global Strategist, Sophie Krantz, exploring lesser-known innovation hubs around the world, challenging the notion that innovation is limited to places like Silicon Valley. The discussion will be based on the Global Innovation Index (GII) 2023, highlighting cities that are driving progress in unexpected ways.The podcast will journey through various cities:* Chișinău, Moldova, exceeding innovation expectations despite limited resources by fostering a strong

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24:36

Recognize that where you go shapes your future

The Global Edge with Sophie Krantz ·

2024/12/18

This podcast episode centres around the work of Global Strategist Sophie Krantz, who argues that “where you go shapes your future”. The episode highlights how companies like Netflix and Dyson have successfully leveraged international markets to boost innovation and revenue growth. The discussion builds on Steve Blank’s advice to entrepreneurs to “get out of the building”, emphasizing the importance of engaging with diverse customers and markets to foster innovation. The podcast suggests that in a

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16:02

Challenge assumptions for breakthroughs

The Global Edge with Sophie Krantz ·

2024/12/18

This podcast discusses the power of challenging assumptions for breakthroughs, building on the work of Global Strategist Sophie Krantz. The podcast argues that global access to emerging technologies empowers individuals to innovate outside traditional centres of discovery, fostering unexpected breakthroughs and commercial growth.The podcast uses three examples to illustrate this point:* Laura O’Sullivan, a 16-year-old student from Cork in Ireland, developed an innovative cervical cancer detection

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14:28

Design for opportunity, not location

The Global Edge with Sophie Krantz ·

2024/12/18

This podcast explores work by Global Strategist, Sophie Krantz, on global digital platforms and shifting consumer preferences that allow businesses to focus on opportunities rather than geographic limits. Flexible workforces and emerging technologies enhance this adaptability.This podcast explores how digital technologies have enabled businesses to shift from a geography-based approach to an opportunity-driven model. This means businesses are no longer limited by location and can pursue

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16:19

Follow or focus on profit with purpose in high-growth...

The Global Edge with Sophie Krantz ·

2024/12/18

This podcast episode focuses on the Profit+ model, developed by Global Strategist Sophie Krantz, which combines profit with purpose in a practical way. It argues that while many leaders talk about purpose, profit often remains the priority in the current economic climate.The episode begins by acknowledging the criticism surrounding profit-driven capitalism. However, it stresses that profit is crucial for reinvestment and sustained impact, especially in challenging economic times. Profit allows

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15:34

Discover hidden signals for growth and innovation

The Global Edge with Sophie Krantz ·

2024/12/18

This podcast draws on work by Global Strategist, Sophie Krantz, on the economic potential in often-overlooked areas of innovation.The World Intellectual Property Organization’s Global Innovation Index (GII) 2024 highlights the significant economic contribution of social enterprises and entrepreneurs. The report reveals that up to 11 million social enterprises and 30 million social entrepreneurs contribute approximately US$2 trillion to global GDP. These enterprises are successfully tackling social

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16:38

Network in the middle

The Global Edge with Sophie Krantz ·

2024/12/18

The global landscape of power and influence is changing, and business leaders need to adapt to maximise opportunities. In this podcast, based on work by Global Strategist, Sophie Krantz, here’s why and how:The Rise of Middle Powers: Emerging economies like India, Indonesia, Brazil, South Africa, Turkey, and Nigeria are gaining significant economic and geopolitical influence. Their combined GDP, adjusted for purchasing power, already surpasses that of the United States. These nations offer attractive

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16:56

Understand where value, wealth, and power will emerge...

The Global Edge with Sophie Krantz ·

2024/12/18

This pocast looks at who to know when you are playing to win from 2025 to 2050 as the global economy doubles. Who will be friend, who will be foe? It is based on published work by Global Strategist, Sophie Krantz.This podcast discusses how to achieve long-term success in a rapidly changing global economy. The episode emphasizes that fixating on current geopolitical alliances and labeling countries as “friends” or “foes” can be detrimental. Instead, businesses and leaders should adopt a broader

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38:42

Embed leverage in your strategy

The Global Edge with Sophie Krantz ·

2024/12/18

This podcast will explore how businesses can leverage intangible assets for global expansion, based on work by Global Strategist, Sophie Krantz.The podcast will cover the following topics:* The Pink Lady apple was initially grown in Australia and exported internationally. This model presented challenges such as long lead times and reliance on intermediaries.* To overcome these challenges, the Pink Lady brand shifted from a tangible product to an intangible asset. They trademarked the Pink Lady name

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12:10

Use shifts in borders and barriers as competitive...

The Global Edge with Sophie Krantz ·

2024/12/18

In this podcast we explore emergent possibility through the use of new digital maps. They allow us to see the world differently, and create and capture value creatively. Stop looking at the world as static and unchanging. The traditional political world map with its fixed borders doesn’t represent the dynamic transformations shaping our future. We need to move beyond this limited perspective and adopt a new way of seeing the world, one focused on connectivity, movement, and transformation.To

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11:27

De-risk through diversification

The Global Edge with Sophie Krantz ·

2024/12/18

This podcast discusses the importance of de-risking and diversifying businesses in today’s interconnected and volatile world, based on writings of Global Strategist, Sophie Krantz. The episode emphasises that expecting stability is a risky delusion and businesses should look beyond borders and traditional business models for long-term resilience.Key points covered in the podcast include:* The benefits of diversification:* Risk reduction by pooling unsystematic risk and decreasing dependence on

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13:53

25 Reasons to Expand Your Worldview in 2025

The Global Edge with Sophie Krantz ·

2024/12/18

Welcome to the podcast. Yes, the AI guy sounds uncertain. Yet, I’m certain that leveraging 25 shifts will positively impact leaders.In a world increasingly defined by interconnectedness, it’s more critical than ever for leaders to adapt and embrace a global perspective. This podcast explores 25 key shifts shaping how leaders think, act and lead in 2025 and beyond.While some world leaders cling to nationalistic policies and reinforce borders, others are dismantling barriers, paving the way for global

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8:51

It's Impossible! Yet it happened.

The Global Edge with Sophie Krantz ·

2024/09/30

Laura O’Sullivan, was a 16-year-old student from Cork in Ireland, when she developed an innovative cervical cancer detection system. This was driven by her interest in artificial intelligence and machine learning. Self-taught through online learning platforms like Coursera and edX, Laura used convolutional neural networks (CNNs) to analyze cervical smear images. By training these networks on a public dataset, Laura developed a system that significantly reduced cytologists’ workloads and provided

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