The Future of Putin & Softbank | Lionel Barber

Join us in this episode of Jimmy’s Jobs of the Future as we delve into the experiences and insights of Lionel Barber, former editor of the Financial Times, and the intriguing life of Masayoshi Son, the visionary founder of SoftBank. Explore Barber's reflections on interviewing world leaders like Vladimir Putin, Barack Obama, and Angela Merkel, and his observations on the future of artificial intelligence and journalism. Discover the incredible journey of Masayoshi Son, from his struggles as a Korean immigrant in Japan to shaping modern business through daring entrepreneurial ventures. The episode also covers critical discussions on wealth creation, Trump's business practices, political influences on economics, exposing major frauds like Wirecard, and the evolving landscape of global politics. Gain wisdom on leadership, personal ambition, and the future of business in an era of rapid technological advancements. 00:00 Introduction to Lionel Barber's Career 00:10 The Digital Media Revolution 01:10 Interviewing Powerful Figures 01:50 Focus on Masayoshi Son 04:16 Masayoshi Son's Vision and Investments 06:26 Challenges and Missed Opportunities 11:34 Masayoshi Son's Background and Early Life 20:58 The Drive Behind Successful Entrepreneurs 27:18 Wealth Creation and Political Insights 34:52 Prime Minister's Private Sector Involvement 35:11 Donald Trump's Business Tactics 37:11 The Role of Personality in Business 40:08 Challenges in Modern Business Communication 41:54 The Future of Journalism 43:22 Improving the City of London's Competitiveness 44:58 Reflecting on Brexit and Media Responsibility 47:33 The Influence of Rupert Murdoch 49:34 Downing Street's Communication Strategy 53:37 Predicting Trump's Political Future 55:04 Impressive Business Leaders in Silicon Valley 56:45 Career Ambitions and Mentoring 59:42 Advice for Young Journalists 01:00:41 Interviewing Vladimir Putin 01:05:20 Memorable Interviews and Reflections ********** Follow us on socials! Instagram: instagram.com/jimmysjobs Tiktok: tiktok.com/@jimmysjobsofthefuture Twitter / X: twitter.com/JimmyM Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/jimmy-mcloughlin-obe/ Want to come on the show? hello@jobsofthefuture.co Sponsor the show or Partner with us: sunny@jobsofthefuture.co Credits: Host / Exec Producer: Jimmy McLoughlin OBE Producer: Sunny Winter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices