Asked Quote by Jeffrey R. Immelt
“President Obama has asked me to chair his new President's Council on Jobs and Competitiveness.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks at Business Forum, 2011, Washington D.C.
Immelt highlights the importance of public‑private collaboration to boost job growth and national competitiveness.
In simple terms: Collaboration can create jobs and improve competitiveness.
Key Takeaway
Leverage partnerships for economic growth.
Themes
leadership
economics
public‑private partnership
Mood
optimistic
strategic
Type
inspirational
policy-oriented
When to use this quote
- government policy
- corporate strategy
- regional development
- workforce training
Key Concepts
innovation
competitiveness
job creation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can businesses ensure public goals are met?
- What incentives motivate private investment in job creation?
A Different Perspective
Success depends on aligning diverse stakeholder interests.
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