'Optimism is a moral duty': Paul Achleitner

In this conversation, Paul Achleitner, former chairman of Deutsche Bank and Goldman Sachs partner, shares insights from his leadership book. He suggests that optimism is crucial for progress and must be coupled with action. Paul emphasizes learning from past crises instead of hypothetical scenarios and the importance of integrity in leadership. He also discusses the delicate balance between visionary and operational leadership, advocating for modest yet genuine corporate values, and the need for companies to build legitimacy in the era of misinformation.