cover of episode Is Waymo Winning the Self-Driving Race? Nike’s 'Winning Isn't for Everyone' Campaign, and What if My Talents and Skills Don’t Align With a High-Paying Job?

Is Waymo Winning the Self-Driving Race? Nike’s 'Winning Isn't for Everyone' Campaign, and What if My Talents and Skills Don’t Align With a High-Paying Job?

2024/9/4
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The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway

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A listener asks why Waymo isn't getting more attention in the self-driving car space, given its achievements. Scott discusses Waymo's progress, financial performance, and compares it with competitors like Tesla and Cruise. He also touches upon the hype surrounding self-driving technology and its potential impact.
  • Waymo is making strides in the self-driving car industry with significant investments and expansion.
  • Tesla's self-driving promises have been overly optimistic, creating unrealistic expectations.
  • The hype around self-driving technology may not match its economic realities.

Shownotes Transcript

Scott discusses Waymo's position in the autonomous vehicle race and what he believes the future of the industry looks like. He then discusses Nike’s Olympics campaign, 'Winning Isn't for Everyone' and why he likes it. He wraps up with advice to a listener who says their skills and talents don’t align with a high-paying career. 

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