Franklin Templeton CEO on Integration of Home and Work

The transcript discusses the impact of remote work on work-life balance, highlighting the benefits for parents and the potential for more flexible work environments. It explores the future of work post-crisis, considering whether changes will be permanent. The speaker addresses the challenges of promoting diversity in a family-run business and emphasizes the importance of diversity and inclusion initiatives. Personal experiences and leadership perspectives are shared to underline the commitment to these values.

How does remote work potentially benefit parents according to the speaker?

• By reducing the need for childcare

• By allowing more time for personal hobbies

• By providing more flexibility in balancing work and home life

• By increasing opportunities for career advancement

What is a common concern among CEOs regarding the future of remote work?

• The need for more office space

• The cost of technology

• The permanence of remote work

• The impact on employee productivity

How does the speaker suggest public companies should be managed?

• With a long-term perspective

• By prioritizing employee satisfaction

• By reducing operational costs

• With a focus on short-term profits

What role does the speaker believe diversity plays in decision-making?

• It complicates the decision-making process

• It leads to more comprehensive decisions

• It has no impact on decision-making

• It slows down decision-making

What personal experience does the speaker share about growing up?

• Growing up in a family that discouraged strong women

• Being the only woman in a male-dominated field

• Having a father who celebrated strong women

• Facing discrimination in school

What is the speaker's advice when facing doubts about capability in a room full of men?

• To confront the men directly

• To never let such thoughts enter your mind

• To seek validation from others

• To leave the room

What position was created at Franklin Templeton to emphasize the importance of diversity?

• Chief Technology Officer

• Chief Marketing Officer

• Chief Financial Officer

• Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer