A podcast to help you get your head around big trends in the ever-changing landscape of work. TechTarget Editor Ana Salom welcomes industry leaders and tech experts to shed light on the transformative trends shaping the global economy— ESG, AI, Web 3.0, Blockchain, Machine Learning—and explore their impact on the future of business and work.
Episodes
Monday Jul 01, 2024
Decoding AI: Mastering the art of informed decision-making
Monday Jul 01, 2024
Monday Jul 01, 2024
"Your AI journey does not start with AI. It starts by understanding how does our organization create value for our constituents and our stakeholders?" In this episode, Bill Schmarzo (Customer AI and Data Innovation Strategist at Dell Technologies) takes us deep into the dynamic world of AI, sharing his insights on the transformative potential that successful AI adoption can for organizations and societies.
With a wealth of experience and unique insights to offer, Bill challenges conventional approaches to decision-making and offers practical strategies to maximize the impact of AI. Join us as we unravel the secrets to successful AI implementation, exploring topics like:
- Optimizing around aspirations: understand the transformational power of AI
- Why good decision-making is more important than ever in the era of AI
- The value of data literacy and inclusion in driving more ethical AI outcomes
- And more..
Follow Bill Schmarzo:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schmarzo/
Books cited in the episode:
- Bill Schmarzo, 'AI & Data Literacy: Empowering Citizens of Data Science' - https://www.amazon.com/AI-Data-Literacy-Empowering-Citizens-ebook/dp/B0C6TZ7MRF?ref_=ast_author_mpb
- Bill Schmarzo, 'The Economics of Data, Analytics, and Digital Transformation: The theorems, laws, and empowerments to guide your organization's digital transformation' https://www.amazon.com/dp/1800561415/ref=tsm_1_fb_lk
Tuesday Jun 11, 2024
Corporate governance in flux: Diversity, accountability, and community building
Tuesday Jun 11, 2024
Tuesday Jun 11, 2024
Corporate boardrooms and senior executives are facing unprecedented scrutiny. The convergence of complex social issues, technological advancements, and global events is reshaping expectations around transparency, accountability, and ethical leadership. From sustainability standards to cybersecurity threats, leaders must navigate a challenging environment where innovation meets responsibility, shaping the future of leadership.
In this episode, I'm joined by Coco Brown, the founder and CEO of Athena Alliance. Coco delves into the profound shifts in corporate governance and responsibility that have taken place over the past few decades.
We explore the increasing visibility and accountability required of corporate boards in today’s interconnected world. Coco provides valuable insights into how boards must now navigate complex social issues, technological advancements, and global events. She also explains how corporate messaging is shifting away from mass marketing towards community-driven strategies that foster genuine engagement and product success.
Join us for this enlightening conversation that champions diverse impact and strategic governance in an ever-evolving corporate world.
We discuss:
- The evolution of corporate governance
- The critical role of diversity and inclusion in executive leadership
- Why it's important to gain cross-functional experience within an organization before aiming for board roles
- How communities are helping organizations define and promote products
- How to build communities around products to dominate marketing categories
Athena Alliance: https://athenaalliance.com/
Connect with Coco: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cocobrown/
Monday Apr 15, 2024
Leadership in times of turmoil: A Ukrainian saga
Monday Apr 15, 2024
Monday Apr 15, 2024
In February 2022, Alexander Radchenko, leading a team of developers based in Ukraine, faced an unimaginable challenge: his team came under physical attack. Despite the chaos, Radchenko managed not only to keep his team intact but also achieved a remarkable feat—maintaining 100% customer retention during this tumultuous period.
In this episode, we delve into the essence of successful leadership amidst extreme conflict. Join us as we sit down with Alexander to uncover the pivotal role of people-centric leadership, transparent communication with clients, and forward-thinking problem-solving strategies that enabled him to navigate through the storm.
While the circumstances of the invasion are unique, the lessons learned are universally applicable. Whether you're leading a team through a crisis or seeking insights into effective leadership, this episode offers invaluable takeaways for senior-level professionals.
Key Takeaways:
- Building Cohesion in a Distributed Team: Learn how to maintain a cohesive and productive team in the absence of a central physical location.
- Essential Leadership Qualities in Crisis: Explore the leadership qualities required to navigate through extreme situations.
- The Psychological Impact of Work Amid Uncertainty: Discover the profound psychological value of work in the face of uncertainty and adversity.
- And more!
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Is the quantum cryptopalypse coming for business data?
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Quantum computing will someday render conventional encryption futile. When? No one really knows. That’s because, despite being a relatively nascent area of technology, advancements in quantum computing are moving so fast that it’s impossible to know with any degree of certainty when this inevitability will occur.
In this episode, I sit down with CEO of Nemertes Research, Johna Till Johnson to take a deep-dive into the world of quantum computing. She explains the differences between quantum and conventional computing, the practical benefits and business applications of quantum, as well as some of the very real risks that this new field poses to modern-day business.
A master at demystifying complexity, Johna does a fantastic job at simplifying what for many of us feels like an inaccessibly technical area of computing. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to get a better understanding of how quantum computing works and how it could impact the future of business.
Wednesday Oct 04, 2023
Revealed: The Human Side of Digital Transformation and Why Leaders Can’t Ignore It
Wednesday Oct 04, 2023
Wednesday Oct 04, 2023
A whopping 70% of all digital transformation projects fail – according to Deloitte. With businesses everywhere having spent the past 2 decades investing time, energy and resources into transformation, something clearly isn't working.
Guest Kamales Lardi joins me in this episode to share her insights on what we're getting wrong when it comes to digital transformation. For her, too many businesses are ignoring the key element that will determine the success of their transformation efforts – their people. Transformations should be grounded in purpose and values, which are then shared across the company to ensure that everyone understands and gets behind the process.
From understanding generational preferences in the workplace to the role of technology in promoting work-life balance, this episode offers key insights into creating a successful digital transformation journey that is people-centered and future-ready.
Join us as we unravel the complexities of digital transformation and chart a more effective and inclusive path forward!
Follow Kamales' work:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamaleslardi/
- Ted Talk: Revolutionizing The Technology Industry | Tedx Geneva - Revolutionizing The Technology Industry | Kamales Lardi | TEDxGeneva
- Book : The Human Side of Digital Business Transformation - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Human-Side-Digital-Business-Transformation-ebook/dp/B0BKJRNCTL
Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
Innovation Unleashed: Creating Long-Term Value with Generative AI
Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
There's a lot of buzz around innovation, but what does it really mean? What makes a company good at innovating?
With over two decades of experience at Amazon, where he spearheaded innovation projects across various departments, guest Trent Gillespie offers invaluable insights into the power of innovation in today's business landscape.
In this episode, we talk about the pervasive nature of innovation as a hyped buzzword in the corporate world and shed light on common mistakes leaders make when attempting to generate new value for their organisations. Drawing from his wealth of experience, Trent unveils the inner workings of Amazon's innovation powerhouse, offering practical tips and strategies to help leaders replicate their success while minimising risk.
Trent provides best practices and real-world examples to explain how anyone can become an agent of continuous, sustainable change at work - and how to leverage Generative AI to succeed.
Whether you're a seasoned executive or an aspiring innovator, this episode is a must-listen. Gain the knowledge and tools you need to create long-term value through innovation in today's rapidly evolving world of work.
Follow Trent:
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trentgillespie/
- Email: trent@d1innovation.com
- Day 1 Innovation: https://www.d1innovation.com/
Wednesday Aug 02, 2023
Democratising Health: Redesigning Care with Artificial Intelligence
Wednesday Aug 02, 2023
Wednesday Aug 02, 2023
Could AI really transform an entire industry at the global level? On a mission to end cardiovascular disease across the world, visionary digital transformation and strategy leader, Richard Dasselaar has dedicated his life to unpicking the complexities of global public health and designing innovative ecosystem models that optimize healthcare outcomes and democratize access to care across the globe.
In this episode, I sat down with him to find out about the potential of Artificial Intelligence to revolutionize healthcare around the world, why we need to improve cardiovascular-related outcomes and how ecosystem transformation could make digital care accessible at a global level. We also discussed the challenges of leadership in the digital age and the importance of finding a middle ground between stakeholders of every generation to drive changes that are impactful and inclusive.
- Global heart health and the need for new solutions
- Digital transformation in health: what does that mean?
- The transformative potential of AI in cardiology
- Purpose-driven leadership and the importance of empathy
- The challenges of leading change in a multi-generational workforce
- The importance of short-term pragmatism in designing long-term solutions
Connect with Richard
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richarddasselaar/
Wednesday Jul 05, 2023
What can we do to eliminate burnout from our teams?
Wednesday Jul 05, 2023
Wednesday Jul 05, 2023
Sending emails before you’ve got yourself ready for work, a blocked-out calendar filled with back-to-back meetings and that looming deadline that’s made sleep more difficult than ever this week – sound familiar? As we adjust to the remote/hybrid world of work, maintaining boundaries between our personal and professional lives is difficult to say the least.
For leaders, the challenge of maintaining a motivated, positive working culture in this context is intensifying as layoffs persist, corporate restructures push ahead and a generalised state of uncertainty prevails.
In this episode, I sit down with Andrew Deutscher (Leadership Coach & Principal, Regenerate) to find out why so many of us are struggling with chronic stress and hear about strategies business leaders and managers can implement to work more sustainably and avoid burnout for themselves and their teams.
- Identifying toxic working behaviours that lead to overwork, chronic stress and burnout
- Leadership strategies to reinvigorate motivation
- Adapting leadership strategies around the hybrid/remote working world
- The value of rest and recovery to drive energy-inspired work
- Personal strategies for managing workload and mental health
- Sustainable leadership strategies
- Why most wellbeing programs and inclusion initiatives fail
- Why we need to acknowledge and value individual needs
- How to create a purposeful work environment
- Why organisations need to invest in employees' energy needs
- Best practices for fostering continuous learning and cross-departmental collaboration and support
Follow Andrew:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewdeutscher/
Regenerate - https://regenerate.works/
Blinkist 'Sustainable High Performance Habits'https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/partners/andrew-deutscher