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Dr. Leon Herszon global head of consulting from the International Institute for Learning and I recently had an authentic and warm discussion about life and work journeys, including what I am really proud about (32 mins) and topics of positive futures, resilience, effective governance, looking towards the future, artificial intelligence, ESG responsiveness and diversity. Not your typical podcast - a genuine discussion and sharing process. Find the link below to have a listen.

Very thankful for the opportunity to chat with Dr Elissa Farrow and hear her insights on the latest episode of the Inside Stories Podcast! Dr. Farrow’s journey from social science to becoming a leader in organizational adaptation and AI is both inspiring and thought-provoking. Her expertise in fostering positive futures, enhancing governance, and emphasizing diversity in project management offers invaluable lessons for us all. If you’re curious about the challenges organizations face today, the future of AI, or sustainability’s role in shaping our world, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. #InsideStoriesPodcast #Leadership #AI #Sustainability #ProjectManagement #Future

This is a story all about how...I left BCG and ended up partnering with Rita McGrath to reinvent management consulting. In an era where AI is commoditizing knowledge, how do we redefine the value of expertise? I'm so deeply humbled and grateful for the opportunity to share "the rest of my story" from this year on Tamara Lechner's "What's Next?" podcast as I explore this question and share our vision for the future of management consulting. Discover how 🔮Kes Sampanthar ✨ and I are partnering with Rita McGrath to build capability, not dependency, in our clients. Learn about our innovative use of AI for everything from early warning systems and anticipatory decision-making to our daily workflows. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, there's something here to spark your curiosity and challenge your assumptions. Listen now and join the conversation about shaping a more human future of work in the age of AI: https://lnkd.in/eTqNu67j #FutureOfConsulting #AIStrategy #2percentLessStupid #WhatNext

In this Your Brain at Work podcast, Janet M. Stovall, CDE and Matt Summers examine the emergence of AI through the lens of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion — this time focusing on breaking bias. Listen here---- https://lnkd.in/gMMwn_7J

How is #AI unlocking value for businesses across the economy? 👇 Our Strategy Consultant, Dulcie Pearson and CEO, Tom Grogan cover this topic in the latest Mishcon Academy podcast episode by Mishcon de Reya LLP. Find out what the technologies underpinning the AI movement are, how organisations can use AI to achieve their strategic goals and what kinds of risks there are for business leaders. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/d_jnQitp #aistrategy #aitechnologies #businessstrategy

Tune in to the next episode of "Give Me Ten" with Dr. Rajiv Mathur, FISM, partner at MIGS Global Consulting. Dr. Mathur shares insights on the importance of risk assessment in organizations, the role of AI, and how he leverages his 30+ years of experience with corporates and startups to lead with meticulous attention to detail. #leadership #ai #podcast #risk MIGS Global Consulting Pvt Ltd.

🎙️ Take a listen to this thought-provoking chat with Beth Elliott, UXC, on episode #270 of the #SchmidtList podcast! 🌟 We delved deep into the rise of AI in change management and the broader digital transformation landscape. Beth shared profound insights on how companies can harness AI and analog methods to drive innovation and enhance collaboration.  Here are a few key takeaways: 🔍 Human-Centered AI Implementation: AI should focus on making things more accessible for people and enabling teams to work more effectively—don’t let the technology overshadow the human aspect. 🔄 Collaborative Strategy for Transformation: Bringing leaders together to align on goals and problem statements can streamline transformation efforts. Avoid “decision by committee” and focus on breaking down silos for effective cross-functional collaboration. 📊 Continuous Evaluation and Adaptation: Especially in highly regulated environments, start with high-level strategies and iterate based on concept co-creation involving necessary stakeholders as solutions progress. Beth’s expertise in innovation and transformation consulting was genuinely enlightening. If you missed the episode, be sure to check it out! https://lnkd.in/gqE6CFRK

Here is another Rapid Fire Manufacturing episode with Tony Gunn! It was fantastic chatting with Tony—he almost turned this into a full podcast episode with just the first question! We covered some key topics for today’s manufacturing landscape: Embracing tech like AI and automation is essential, even for smaller job shops. Education and building confidence are major hurdles when adopting new tech. The COVID pandemic highlighted the importance of reshoring and strengthening local manufacturing. Collaboration between companies is critical to addressing the skills gap and labor shortages. Surrounding yourself with people smarter than you is the best way to grow. And remember, failure is a valuable part of learning and improving—don’t avoid it! Big thanks to Tony for coming on and sharing so much wisdom. Excited for more insightful episodes coming soon! #Manufacturing #AI #Automation #Reshoring #SkillsGap #Collaboration #GrowthMindset #RapidFireManufacturing

🚀 New Podcast Episode Alert! 🚀 In our latest Building Scale episode, Will Foret and I dive deep into the mindset shift that leaders who successfully scale their businesses need to have toward technology. It's not just a cost—it's an investment! 💡 Key Takeaways: 🔭 Viewing technology through the lens of risk management, similar to safety training and equipment in the built world. 🧙♂️ Debunking the myth that AI is a magical solution for all problems. 📉 Addressing the technology debt that many companies face and why they're not ready for AI yet. 🎙️ Thoughtful Insight: Many leaders fall into the trap of thinking that AI can solve all their problems without considering the foundational work required to be AI-ready. Without proper data management and a strategic approach to technology, companies are often unprepared to leverage AI effectively. It's crucial to see technology as a long-term investment that requires careful planning and integration, just like any other critical aspect of the business. Tune in now to learn more about how you can position your business for technological success and avoid the pitfalls of underestimating the preparation needed for AI. 🎧 - https://lnkd.in/gTGHqiew #BuildingScale #Technology #Investment #AI #BusinessGrowth #Leadership #RiskManagement

Do we need to reimagine the education system!? That's what you'll find out today...Keep reading 👇🏽 In today's episode of the First Serve Podcast, I sit down with Dr Luke Roberts (Complexity Thinking), who is an expert in systems thinking and driving sustainable innovation. In this conversation, we discuss the following: 🦸♂️Does the system enable us to THIRVE or it set up for us to just SURVIVE? 🤖How will AI impact the FUTURE WORKPLACE and should we be teaching kids how to leverage these tools in school? 💪🏽How can we tap into people's UNIQUENESS and empower them to follow their PASSIONS and PURPOSE? 🎓Can we start thinking about CAPABILITIES instead of QUALIFICATIONS? OUT NOW 👉🏽 https://lnkd.in/eSyPxFbm #educationsystem #systemsthinking #AI #GenZ #futureofwork #leadership