Dr. Okochi illustrates the application of the Daikandou mindset in his own management style, which includes showing gratitude to his staff, treating them like family, and appreciating their contributions both in and out of the workplace. He believes that in the coming AI era, it's crucial to shift towards tasks that require uniquely human skills and to create a harmonious coexistence with AI.
Key takeaways:
- Daikandou is a hospitality mindset that is essential to avoid unemployment in the age of AI, focusing on human sensitivity and ability.
- AI could replace about 50% of the world's low-skilled workforce in the next five years, and highly specialized jobs are also at risk.
- Humans have unique abilities such as sensing the feelings of others and handling situations well, which can be used to provide extraordinary hospitality in business.
- It is essential to cultivate imagination, hospitality, and management skills that use human sensitivity and ability to coexist with AI and enjoy work.