In today's episode, we have a fascinating conversation with Degreed CEO David Blake. David is a well-known figure in the Utah tech scene, and I've had the pleasure of knowing him since the early 2010s. One of my first events was with David at BYU, alongside Ryan Caldwell from MX. David is one of the most thoughtful and well-read CEOs in the world, and his unique approach to education and lifelong learning is truly inspiring. This episode is packed with insights you won't want to miss. Timestamps: 00:01:06 - David Blake's Background and Introduction to Degreed 00:02:10 - The Concept and Mission Behind Degreed 00:03:50 - Critique of Traditional Education Systems 00:05:14 - Early Career and Inspiration for Degreed 00:07:01 - The Journey to Founding Degreed 00:08:53 - Degreed's Business Model and Evolution 00:12:23 - Challenges and Successes in Scaling Degreed 00:15:10 - Principles and Values in Building Degreed 00:16:17 - Critique of the University System 00:19:19 - Student Loan Debt and Government Policies 00:23:32 - Employer-Sponsored Education and Its Implications 00:25:57 - The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Education 00:29:41 - Future of Job and Skill-Based Hiring 00:31:41 - Transition from Degreed to Politics 00:32:36 - Running for Vice President and Democracy Reform 00:36:47 - Historical Context of Vice Presidential Elections 00:40:00 - Typical Day and Current Roles 00:42:19 - Writing "The Expertise Economy" 00:43:38 - Decision on Hybrid Work Model 00:45:50 - Book Recommendations 00:47:31 - Reflecting on Who Gave a Chance