Tom Tugendhat's Journey: From Journalist to Conservative Leader Candidate

In this episode of Jimmy's Jobs of the Future, we sit down with Tom Tugendhat, a Conservative member of parliament with a fascinating career trajectory. Starting as a journalist in Beirut, Tom transitioned to the army, serving as the chief advisor to David Richards, the Chief of the Defence Staff. Elected as an MP in 2015, Tom quickly rose to become the chairman of the Foreign Affairs Select Committee and most recently served as the security minister. Now, he's running for the leadership of the Conservative Party. This conversation delves into his insights on economics, the future job market, and the importance of lifelong learning. We also discuss his upbringing with a high court judge father, his passion for investing in startups, and the societal need for better intergenerational and geographic capital distribution.

00:00 Introduction to Tom Tugendhat's Background

00:46 Tom's Early Life and Family

03:44 Transition from Journalism to the Army

07:02 Thoughts on the Economy and Future Jobs

15:45 The Impact of Quantitative Easing and Inflation

19:44 Future of Work and Global Competition

22:02 The Evolution of Coding and AI

23:15 The Importance of Apprenticeships

24:28 Utilizing AI in Daily Tasks

26:31 Building Effective Teams in Politics

29:49 Adapting in Politics and Entrepreneurship

34:41 Ethics in Intelligence and Security

37:38 Quickfire Questions and Personal Insights

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