Podcasts about business impact

How can video help you build more confidence, visibility, and connection in your real estate business?In this #GetSocialSmart Academy Spotlight, I sit down with longtime Academy member and North Jersey real estate broker associate Betti Russo to talk about her journey with social media, video marketing, confidence, and building a recognizable personal brand.Betti shares the story of one of her first Facebook Lives – when I encouraged her to step outside during one of our Napa Masterminds, hit the LIVE button, and just go for it. That one moment helped change the trajectory of how she showed up online.Today, Betti says people regularly tell her, “I see you everywhere.” Her consistency on social media and video has helped her become more visible in her North Jersey community, get more involved locally, teach others, and even walk into listing appointments with greater confidence.In this conversation, we talk about:* How Betti went from being afraid of video to confidently showing up on camera* Why video builds skills that go far beyond social media* How consistency can make you more recognizable in your local market* Why authenticity matters more than looking or sounding “perfect”* How social media can help Realtors build stronger relationships* The importance of community, connection, and continuing education* Why Betti has remained a #GetSocialSmart Academy member for years* How the Academy helps real estate professionals keep up with an ever-changing marketing landscapeOne of my favorite reminders from this conversation: Your clients already know what you look and sound like. You don't need to become someone else to succeed on video. You just need to get comfortable being YOU.

"If you're not completely sure about what you want to try to achieve, how will you know you ever achieved it?" - Joseph Postiglione, Sr., Author, Protecting Expected Outcomes in the Age of AI AI investments are accelerating, but many organizations are still struggling to turn promising pilots into the business outcomes they expected. The technology may work as intended, but the original business case can quickly get lost once implementation begins. In this episode, Philip Ideson welcomes back Joseph Postiglione, author of Protecting Expected Outcomes in the Age of AI: Why AI Implementation Must Evolve - And the Emergence of Commercial Control. Drawing on his experience in management consulting and procurement, Joseph explains why organizations need to be more intentional about defining, monitoring, and protecting the outcomes behind their AI investments. Joseph introduces the concept of "commercial control" as a complement to traditional technology implementation methodologies. He and Philip explore what it takes to build stronger business cases, why efficiency gains need a clear plan for how freed capacity will create value, and how AI itself could help organizations identify when expected outcomes begin to drift. They also discuss an important opportunity for procurement: bringing their commercial expertise into enterprise-wide AI investments and helping the business connect technology decisions to measurable results. In this episode, Joseph discusses how to: -Define expected outcomes before an AI implementation begins -Build business cases that go beyond savings and efficiency metrics -Monitor performance and identify why expected outcomes are drifting -Use commercial control to create earlier opportunities to intervene and adjust -Position procurement as a valuable contributor to enterprise technology investments -Turn stronger AI implementation discipline into a source of competitive advantage   Links: Joseph Postiglione on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joepostiglione/  Subscribe to the AOP Newsletter: https://resources.artofprocurement.com/art-of-procurement-podcast-subscribe  Subscribe to Art of Procurement on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ArtofProcurement   

In this episode, Jaeden and Conor explore insights from a New York Times article about the limitations of AI in companies. They emphasize the importance of human judgment and quality data when using AI tools for business transformation.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RY21gbaZCmMGet the top 80+ AI Models for $8.99 at AI Box: https://aibox.aiConor's AI Course: https://www.ai-mindset.ai/coursesJaeden's AI Business Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustleChapters00:00 Introduction to AI misconceptions in business01:53 AI as an augmentation tool, not a magic solution03:54 The importance of human judgment and critical thinking05:51 Practical examples of AI in marketing and creative work08:01 Limitations of AI note-taking and data organization09:50 The need for human oversight and decision-making12:03 Strategies for effective AI integration and workflow13:12 Promoting AI mindset and training in organizations See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this day and age, there is probably no meeting or conversation in the tech world that doesn't concentrate on how artificial intelligence (AI) can improve the work streams of organisations worldwide. There will definitely be a moment in almost every AI strategy meeting where someone says, "We need agents." In this episode of Tech Transformed, Sara Maldon unpacks with host Christina Stathopoulos how she has heard this sentence countless times. As the head of AI and automation at Make, she's learned to treat that sentence as a starting point because most of the time, the business problem sitting underneath it doesn't actually need an agent at all.This conversation is less about hype and more about when a workflow needs autonomy, and when a simple if-this-then-that rule is doing the job just fine. Maldon's answer comes from two and a half years of running AI transformation inside a company that was automating things long before "agentic" became a buzzword.Where Agentic AI Fits on the Automation SpectrumOn the other end of the spectrum is agentic AI. Rather than following a fixed sequence of instructions, it gives an LLM a goal, the right tools, and enough context to decide for itself what needs to happen next. Maldon points to a simple example. A car-leasing company needed product images pulled automatically from manufacturers' websites. A traditional scraper did the job well enough until BMW redesigned its website. Overnight, the automation failed because the image had moved. "An agent doesn't care where the picture is on the page," she explains. "It just knows it needs to get the BMW photo."This indicates that Agentic AI isn't valuable because it's more "intelligent"; it's beneficial because it can adapt when the environment changes instead of breaking down the moment something shifts. Even Make's own AI sales agent isn't fully autonomous. It's deployed across 60 sales representatives, but, as Maldon points out, it's "95 per cent deterministic." Most of the workflow still follows predefined rules. The agent steps in only when a judgment call is needed, deciding a conversation should be escalated, followed up by email, or moved into a Slack channel. The plumbing remains deterministic because the agent simply adds decision-making where it creates the most value.Building With AIMaldon believes the people best equipped to build workflows are those who understand the business firsthand. Operations teams, customer success, marketing, and other business users see where processes slow down because they work with them every day.She knows this because she has been through the same journey herself. Before leading AI and automation at Make, she trained as a lawyer, not a developer. Today, she describes herself as one of the company's most active builders.For Maldon, technical expertise isn't the defining quality. Domain knowledge comes first, followed by an instinct for improving processes, a desire to solve problems for other people, and enough curiosity and persistence to keep experimenting until something works.This philosophy shapes how Make develops automation internally. Employees rarely begin inside the automation platform itself. Instead, they sketch ideas in Claude, using it to think through the workflow and refine the logic. If an automation proves useful beyond one or two people, the AI team then helps turn that prototype into something production-ready using AI co-worker, Maia by Make. Starting from scratch is becoming the exception rather than the rule. The first draft already exists; the job is to refine, test, and scale it.Scaling Automation Across the BusinessHere's the part leaders don't want to hear: the hard part isn't the AI. It's everything around it. Maldon points to Make's sales agent again, the one handling escalations, follow-ups, and CRM updates after every call. Building the agent itself took two days. Planning and mapping the deterministic pipeline around it took four weeks. Rolling it out to 60 people, with training, feedback loops, and adoption? Four months.Patience, she believes, is the least-discussed skill in AI transformation and maybe the most necessary. Not because the technology is slow, but because people aren't robots; they need time to trust a new process before they'll actually use it.The HR team's onboarding redesign makes the point without needing sales numbers to prove it (though the numbers help - a 10 per cent lift in AI adoption from something as small as a personalised pre-start video). Ninety-six per cent of Make's employees now run an AI agent they built themselves. Not because leadership mandated it, but the tools got low enough friction, and the culture rewarded people for trying. Maldon's advice to leaders stalling on where to start is to stop assessing tools and pick one. Run a hackathon or set aside an afternoon to experiment for a small section of your enterprise. The market moves faster than any evaluation process can keep up with anyway, so get a foot in the door, then figure out the rest as you go. If you would like to find out more, visit make.com or follow Sara Maldon on LinkedIn.TakeawaysOrganisations should start small and iterate quickly with AI projects.Building a culture of builders and curiosity accelerates AI adoption.Patience and soft skills are crucial for scaling automation.Agentic AI allows for more flexible and resilient workflows.Empowering non-technical teams to build with AI democratises innovation.Chapters00:00 Introduction to AI transformation and automation at Make00:57 Meet Sara Maldon and her role at Make01:59 Understanding the spectrum: deterministic vs agentic AI02:52 The agentic spectrum and real-world examples07:04 Building automation in the age of AI09:54 The rise of builders: no-code and operational roles12:02 Scaling automation across organisations16:13 Customer success story18:58 How Make uses AI internally to innovate22:01 Advice for leaders starting with AI and automation24:04 Conclusion and key takeaways from the episode

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What does it take to turn clients into long-term partners—not just repeat customers? Kortney Harmon sits down with Kim Henderson where she explores practical strategies for strengthening client retention, building loyalty, and creating lasting value throughout the staffing relationship.This conversation outlines a proven framework for proactively managing client relationships—from choosing the right clients and creating a consistent onboarding experience to gathering meaningful feedback and demonstrating measurable business results. It also examines why specialization, regular communication, and continuous improvement help recruiters become indispensable partners, even in challenging markets.Discover how the most successful recruiters build client relationships that drive loyalty, trust, and sustainable business growth.________________Follow Kim Henderson on LinkedIn: LinkedIn | KimFollow Crelate on LinkedIn: CrelateWant to learn more about Crelate? Book a demo hereSubscribe to our newsletter: The Full Desk Experience

AI is everywhere, but what business impact is it really making? In this episode, JJ Rorie talks with Faisal Masud, President of HP's Digital Services and Workforce Experience, about where AI is delivering clear ROI today, how it's reshaping product teams, and why “less is more” when it comes to headcount. They explore the shift from dashboards to intelligent nudges, the move from seat-based pricing to outcome-based value, and what it now means for product managers to think and operate like general managers. 

Just because AI can, does it mean AI should?   Data cited in Kyndryl's 2026 People Readiness Report suggests increasing numbers of leaders will soon answer the question with, “Yes.”   The People Readiness Report found that 81% of respondents expect within 12 months, autonomous AI agents will make decisions with material business impact for their organizations. How will they get there? Particularly when roughly half of the respondents cite questions about bias, transparency, explainability and trust as top barriers to activating their AI strategy?   The barriers are matters of responsible AI. In this episode, AWS joins us with a perspective on how—and how well—organizations are working toward a future AI makes decisions with material business impact.   Featured experts   Diya Wynn, Responsible AI Lead, Amazon Web Services (AWS)  Tony De Bos, Global GTM and Consult leader for Security & Resilience, Kyndryl

Achtung (Werbung in eigener Sache):  Jetzt mein neues Buch kaufen (in Co-Produktion mit Prof. Dr. Johanna Bath): "Die perfekte Employee Journey & Experience" (erschienen im Oktober 2025): Springer: https://link.springer.com/book/9783662714195 Amazon: https://bit.ly/44aajaP Thalia: https://www.thalia.de/shop/home/artikeldetails/A1074960417 Dieses Fachbuch stellt die wichtigsten Elemente der Employee Journey vor – vom Pre-Boarding bis zum Offboarding – und erläutert, wie Verantwortliche in Unternehmen eine gelungene Employee Experience realisieren und nachhaltig verankern können. Mein Gast: Sandra Feldmann ist Gründerin von hrstack.io und eine der prägendsten HR- und Recruiting-Stimmen im DACH-Raum. Rund 30.000 Menschen folgen ihr auf LinkedIn. Seit mehr als 15 Jahren baut sie Tech- und Go-to-Market-Teams auf und verbindet Recruiting, HR-Tech und Datenstrategie mit echtem Business Impact. Heute beschäftigt sie sich intensiv mit der Frage, welche Technologien, Tools und KI-Anwendungen im HR wirklich Mehrwert schaffen – und wo hinter großen Versprechen vor allem neuer Tool-Wildwuchs entsteht. Mit hrstack.io will sie HR-Teams Orientierung geben und dabei helfen, Technologien auf Basis klarer Prozesse, Daten und Strukturen sinnvoll einzusetzen. Ihre Perspektiven teilt Sandra nicht nur mit ihrer großen Fachcommunity, sondern auch auf Bühnen wie der SourceCon, dem Embrace Festival und H.U.G by Personio. Ihr Blick auf die Zukunft ist klar: Routinetätigkeiten und reine Datenarbeit werden zunehmend automatisiert. Umso wichtiger werden menschliches Urteilsvermögen, Vertrauen, echte Beziehungen und die Fähigkeit, Communities rund um Arbeitgebermarken aufzubauen.

In this episode of Future Finance, Paul Barnhurst and Glenn Hopper are joined by Nick Jain and Daniel Settel, co-founders of Eagle Rock CFO. They discuss how AI is changing FP&A, why finance teams still need human expertise, and how their platform helps CFOs automate financial analysis while improving decision-making.Nick Jain is a Harvard MBA and former CEO, CFO, and investor with experience at McKinsey, Bain Capital, and multiple high-growth companies. Daniel Settel is a Stanford engineer, Harvard MBA, former investment professional at Primecap Management, and co-founder of a venture secondary marketplace. Together, they founded Eagle Rock CFO to combine technology with fractional CFO services for growing businesses.In this episode, you will discover:How AI can automate FP&A without replacing finance professionalsWhy clean financial data is essential for better analysisThe role of humans in AI-powered finance workflowsHow fractional CFOs can use technology to serve more clientsWhere businesses can uncover hidden value in their financial data AI-powered finance tools are changing how businesses analyze data, but success still depends on combining automation with sound financial judgment. Nick and Daniel share practical insights into how finance leaders can use technology to save time, uncover opportunities, and make better decisions. Follow Nick:Website: https://www.eaglerockcfo.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickmjain/Follow Dan:Website: https://www.eaglerockcfo.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dsettel/Follow Glenn:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gbhopperiiiFollow Paul:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thefpandaguyFollow QFlow.AI:Website - https://bit.ly/4i1EkjgFuture Finance is sponsored by QFlow.ai, the strategic finance platform solving the toughest part of planning and analysis: B2B revenue. Align sales, marketing, and finance, speed up decision-making, and lock in accountability with QFlow.ai. Stay tuned for a deeper understanding of how AI is shaping the future of finance and what it means for businesses and individuals alike.In Today's Episode:[02:24] – Why Eagle Rock CFO Was Founded[04:35] – Building AI for FP&A[09:12] – The Human Role in AI-Powered Finance[10:38] – Why Fractional CFOs Need Better Tools[14:18] – Cleaning Financial Data & Chart of Accounts[16:21] – White-Labeling the Platform[17:17] – Time Savings and Business Impact[19:18] – Final Thoughts

Unmoderierte Usability-Tests funktionieren nur mit sauber strukturierten Daten. Host Markus Pirker spricht mit UX Researcher Marc Busch darüber, warum Struktur bei unmoderierten Tests entscheidend ist, welche UX-Metriken zählen und warum seine selbstgebauten AI-moderierten Interviews schlechter abschnitten als eine simple Umfrage.Wer ist Marc Busch?Marc Busch ist UX Researcher mit fast 15 Jahren Erfahrung und Hintergrund in Psychologie. Er hat über 1.000 moderierte UX-Tests und Interviews durchgeführt, unterrichtet Research-Methoden an Universitäten und ist Autor von "UX Research: Building Blocks for Impact in the Age of AI".Warum Struktur bei unmoderierten User Tests entscheidend istMarc erklärt, dass unmoderierte Tests darauf angewiesen sind, strukturierte Daten zu liefern. Ohne klare Struktur bleibt am Ende nur eine unbelegbare Zusammenfassung, der niemand vertraut.Für wen ist diese Folge relevant?Die Folge richtet sich an UX-Designer:innen, UX-Researcher:innen, UX-Writer:innen und Product Manager:innen mit der Frage: Wie liefern unmoderierte Tests belastbare, nachvollziehbare Ergebnisse?Sind AI-moderierte Interviews schlechter als eine Umfrage?Marc hat monatelang ein eigenes AI-moderiertes Interview-Tool gebaut und mit 60 Testpersonen getestet. Sein Fazit: Ohne nachvollziehbare Konversation bleibt eine AI-Zusammenfassung eine Blackbox – oft schwächer als eine Survey.Welche UX-Metrik hat wirklich Business-Impact?Trotz aller Kritik setzt Marc auf die System Usability Scale kombiniert mit dem Net Promoter Score – beide genießen breite Anerkennung und lassen sich gut vergleichen.Timestamps(00:00) Intro(01:51) Größtes Learning aus 1.000+ Tests(02:41) Strukturierte vs. unstrukturierte Interviews(09:02) Aufbau eines Test-Scripts(12:56) Warum Time on Task oft wenig aussagt(19:52) SUS und NPS als wichtigste Metriken(25:15) Strukturierte Daten bei unmoderierten Tests(31:04) Das Experiment: AI-moderierte InterviewsMarcs LinksMarcs LinkedInArtikel zu AI-moderierten InterviewsUserbrain Webinar: AI as your UX Research AssistantMarcs BuchempfehlungBenchmarking the User Experience - Jeff SauroÄhnliche FolgenE101: Konrad Maruschewski über iteratives User TestingE97: Manuel Schnell über KI im Usability-TestingE92: Simon Meisinger über User Testing im TeamDanke fürs ZuhörenIch hoffe, ihr konntet aus dieser Folge von UX Heroes konkrete Ideen für bessere User Experiences mitnehmen. Wenn ihr auch die nächsten Episoden nicht verpassen wollt, abonniert UX Heroes auf Spotify, Apple Podcasts oder in eurer Lieblings-Podcast-App.Eine Bewertung oder 5-Sterne-Rezension hilft uns sehr dabei, noch mehr Menschen zu erreichen, die sich für UX Design, UX Research, Product Discovery und bessere digitale Produkte interessieren.Habt ihr Fragen, Feedback oder Themenvorschläge? Dann schreibt uns gerne an podcast@userbrain.com. Ihr findet mich auch auf LinkedIn unter Markus Pirker.Bessere UX-Entscheidungen mit UserbrainUX Heroes ist ein Podcast von Userbrain. Mit Userbrain könnt ihr schnelle und unkomplizierte User Tests durchführen, um herauszufinden, wie echte Nutzer:innen eure Website, App, euren Prototypen oder eure Produktidee erleben.Dank KI-Unterstützung erstellt ihr euren User Test in wenigen Minuten. Erste Ergebnisse sind innerhalb weniger Stunden verfügbar, damit ihr schneller erkennt, wo Nutzer:innen Probleme haben, was sie verwirrt und welche Verbesserungen wirklich wichtig sind.Userbrain hilft UX-Teams, Product Manager:innen, Marketer:innen und Gründer:innen dabei, bessere Entscheidungen auf Basis von echtem Nutzerfeedback zu treffen.Kostenlos mit Userbrain startenProbiert Userbrain aus und startet euren ersten User Test: Geht auf userbrain.com/podcast, erstellt einen kostenlosen Account und bekommt die ersten 2 Tester:innen im Wert von 90 € geschenkt.

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Keith Butala, Senior Vice President and Relationship Manager – Leveraged Finance & Structured Products at Associated Bank, joins Steve Grzanich on this week's Thought Leader conversation to explain how inflation, interest rates, and AI are reshaping business strategy. He discusses pricing pressures, workforce challenges, and how small and mid-sized companies are adapting to remain competitive in today’s evolving economy. 

Join me and my guest Arnaud Saint-Paul, Founder & CEO of Tapuat PBC as we explore the core essence, the soul, that drives authentic success. Discover how internal fragmentation mirrors external chaos and how cultivating coherence across seven foundational pillars (presence, inner peace, joy, non-attachment, selflessness, unity, and purpose) can revolutionize your leadership and organizational dynamics. You'll learn about innovative tools like the Coherence Index and the Seven Pillars framework, which help leaders measure and enhance harmony within teams and organizations. SHOW NOTES SPONSORED BY: Soul of Business™ Experience Find out more at https://leader.blainebartlett.com/sobecommunity   Summary Explore the profound connection between the soul of business and leadership, emphasizing coherence, non-attachment, and the heart economy movement. Arnaud Saint-Paul shares insights on how inner harmony influences organizational success and personal fulfillment.   Key Topics The concept of the soul of business as a tuning fork The relationship between internal and external fragmentation The seven pillars of heart leadership: inner peace, joy, non-attachment, selflessness, unity The Heart Leadership Index (HLI) and coherence measurement The role of non-attachment and trust in leadership The symphony metaphor for organizational coherence The impact of fragmentation on business and personal life Pragmatic approaches to spiritual leadership and coherence The importance of embracing chaos as part of coherence Tools and frameworks for mapping and improving organizational coherence Takeaways The soul of business is like a tuning fork, guiding organizational harmony. Internal fragmentation reflects externally, affecting business health. Seven pillars of heart leadership influence organizational coherence. Measuring coherence with the Heart Leadership Index helps track progress. Non-attachment and trust are crucial for authentic leadership. Organizational coherence is akin to a symphony, requiring organization and trust. Embracing chaos is essential for creating coherence and innovation. Pragmatic spiritual leadership involves present moment awareness and inner alignment. Mapping coherence fields reveals instability points and growth opportunities. Leadership is a dance with life, requiring flexibility, trust, and presence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does true learning engagement look like—and why is it about much more than course completions and attendance metrics? In this episode of the Performance Matters Podcast, Bob Mosher sits down with Dr. Becky Willis, author of Seven Steps to Better Learning Engagement: Driving Business Results, to explore how Learning & Development must evolve from a training-focused function to a strategic business partner. Drawing on her experience as an executive, learning leader, and CLO, Becky shares practical insights on gaining executive buy-in, aligning learning initiatives with business goals, and shifting from content creation to performance consulting. Together, Bob and Becky discuss why traditional training approaches are losing relevance, how AI and modern learning technologies can enable performance at scale, and what competencies learning professionals need to remain valuable in a rapidly changing workplace. Whether you're a learning leader, instructional designer, performance consultant, or business executive, this conversation offers a practical roadmap for creating learning experiences that drive measurable impact and enable performance in the flow of work. Listen or download the episode today!   Have questions about this content or another resource on the site? Let us know! Use this form to let us know you're interested in scheduling a call with a member of the team. We're always happy to discuss your current, future, or aspirational initiatives in real-time. For more 5 Moments of Need resources, visit our website, join the conversation, and subscribe to this podcast so as not to miss a single episode. Copyright © 2026 by APPLY Synergies, LLC | All Rights Reserved. 

Mark Peters is the Chief Executive Officer of Butterball Farms, Inc., which was nationally recognized as one of The Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® from 2018 to 2025. Most recently, named a Top 101 Companies to Work For® in the nation. The second-generation family business, based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is America's leading producer of culinary butter and margarine and creates custom butter flavors for some of America's biggest brands. Peters began as a factory worker in his father's company at the age of 12: an experience that taught him first-hand about the challenges that frontline workers face. At 30, he took over the company determined to lead a financially successful business that would also enrich the lives of its workers.   Socials: Website: https://butterballfarms.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markpetersbutterball/ Instagram: @markpetersbutterball   Episode Summary:   In this episode of the Heartbeat for Hire Podcast, host Lyndsay Dowd sits down with returning guest Mark Peters, CEO of Butterball Farms, author of The Retention Trap, and founder of a nonprofit workforce support model that has generated a reported 300% ROI for participating organizations.   Mark shares how starting on the factory floor at age 12 shaped his leadership philosophy, why traditional retention strategies often miss the mark, and how employers can create environments where employees genuinely thrive. The conversation explores leadership, employee well-being, workforce development, and practical ways businesses can support workers beyond the workplace.   Key Takeaways:   - Great leaders understand the realities of frontline employees. - Retention should be a byproduct of employee success, not the primary objective. - Financial stability is often a bigger challenge for employees than employers realize. - Building trust requires support systems outside traditional HR structures. - Organizations that invest in employee well-being can create measurable business returns. - Leadership is most effective when it focuses on enriching lives, not just improving performance metrics.   Episode Chapters:   00:00 – Introduction & What You'll Learn 00:59 – Meet Mark Peters 02:30 – Starting on the Factory Floor at Age 12 05:00 – Understanding Employees' Real-Life Challenges 08:00 – Building Better Workplace Support Systems 10:00 – The Source: A Different Employee Assistance Model 15:00 – The Business Impact of Employee Support 18:00 – Why Retention Is the Wrong Goal 24:00 – Financial Barriers Facing Workers 27:00 – A New Model for Employer Collaboration 30:00 – The Future of Leadership 34:00 – Final Thoughts & Closing Remarks

KI-Projekte laufen, aber der Business-Impact bleibt aus. Das Problem ist selten die Technologie. Meist fehlt ein klares Konzept für Daten, Prozesse und Governance. Warum Unternehmen dringend ein AI‑Operating‑Model brauchen, erfahrt ihr in dieser Folge.

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In an era where AI accelerates cyber threats, legacy security systems simply cannot keep up with modern adversaries. Discover how autonomous cyber defense is rewriting the rules of the game and giving organizations the ultimate advantage.   Join Host Jake Aaron Villarreal as he sits down with Curt Aubley, co-founder and CEO of Sevii, to explore the future of enterprise cybersecurity. Curt shares his incredible journey from military combat tours to leading tech giants like Intel and CrowdStrike, leading to the creation of the world's first level five autonomous defense platform.   They dive deep into the rising stakes of nation-state cyber attacks, ransomware, and the critical need for machine-speed defense. Learn how Sevii utilizes agentic AI cyber warriors to hunt, investigate, and stop threats in minutes without a human in the loop, completely transforming how chief information security officers manage risk.   Curt also discusses the importance of building American-made software, the strategic advantage of hiring military veterans in tech startups, and what the future holds for securing AI and robotics. Whether you are a founder scaling an AI startup or an enterprise leader navigating digital risks, this conversation delivers actionable insights on surviving the next frontier of cyberspace.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Setup 05:36 Kurt Aubley's Background and Career Journey 07:44 The Evolution of Cybersecurity and SEVI's Mission 11:49 Understanding Cyber Threats and Their Impact 15:21 The Role of AI in Cyber Defense 15:32 The Business Impact of Cybersecurity 17:38 Integrating New Technologies in Cybersecurity 19:45 AI in Cyber Defense 22:01 Identifying Ideal Customers 23:47 Understanding Stakeholder Perspectives 25:28 Effective Go-to-Market Strategies 29:12 The Importance of Domestic Production 30:20 Building a Strong Team 36:07 Adapting to Evolving Threats 39:00 Future Roadmap and Innovations   Host: Jake Aaron Villarreal leads the top AI recruitment firm in Silicon Valley, www.matchrelevant.com, uncovering stories of funded startups and going behind the scenes to tell their founders' journeys. If you are growing an AI startup or have a great story to tell, email us at: jake.villarreal@matchrelevant.com

In this episode, Josh interviews Norm Lanier, CEO of a long-running Amazon private label business. Norm discusses his journey from side hustles to full-time e-commerce, the challenges of increased competition and inventory management, and insights gained from Josh's business strategy audit. Key takeaways include focusing on the most profitable products, increasing strategic ad spend, and shifting from “base hit” to “home run” products. The conversation highlights the importance of data-driven decision-making and adapting business strategies to sustain growth and profitability in a rapidly evolving e-commerce landscape.Chapters:Introduction & Guest Background (00:00:00)Josh introduces Norm Lanier, outlines his Amazon business experience, and sets up the episode's focus on the business audit.Norm's E-commerce Journey (00:00:59)Norm shares how he started in e-commerce, his transition from HP, and his experience across multiple marketplaces.Challenges in E-commerce (00:02:24)Norm discusses recent challenges: increased competition, economic downturn, and feeling out of touch with business metrics.Importance of Data & Inventory Control (00:03:15)Norm explains the need for granular dashboards, product-level profitability, and efforts to clean up catalog and manage inventory.Purpose of the Strategy Audit (00:04:15)Norm describes his motivation for the audit: getting an expert's perspective and actionable insights beyond what accountants provide.Key Audit Takeaways: Advertising & Levers (00:05:28)Norm highlights the realization that increasing advertising spend is a major growth lever, a unique insight from the audit.Profitability & SKU Management (00:06:00)Josh and Norm discuss the struggle with profit margins, managing 7000 SKUs, and the need to focus on high-value activities.Mindset Shift: From Base Hits to Home Runs (00:07:28)Norm reflects on shifting from launching many small products to focusing on bigger opportunities that can significantly grow the business.Action Items & 80/20 Focus (00:10:02)Josh summarizes three action items: prioritizing high-impact levers, simplifying by focusing on top-performing products, and strategic PPC investment.Keyword Strategy for PPC (00:13:19)Norm and Josh discuss the importance of identifying and categorizing keywords before increasing PPC spend for maximum impact.Audit Value & Closing Thoughts (00:14:05)Norm shares the value of the audit, the benefit of an expert's perspective, and appreciation for the insights received.Wrap-up & Future Outlook (00:15:04)Josh and Norm conclude, expressing interest in a follow-up episode to track progress and encouraging listeners to seek similar audits.Links and Mentions:E-commerce Platforms  "Amazon": "00:01:06"  "Shopify": "00:01:06"  "Etsy": "00:01:06"  Business Tools and Evaluation  "Dashboards and Tools for Business Evaluation": "00:03:15"  "Comprehensive Business Strategy Audit": "00:00:00"  Marketing and PPC  "PPC (Pay-Per-Click) Management": "00:10:02"  "Keyword Strategy for PPC": "00:13:19"  Business Strategy and Mindset  "Mindset Shift for Entrepreneurs": "00:09:02"  "Identifying Levers for Business Impact": "00:11:03"  "20/80 Rule (Pareto Principle)": "00:12:16"  "Simplifying Business by Focusing on Top Products": "00:12:16"Transcript:Josh 00:00:00  Today I am speaking with Norm Lanier. He is the CEO of his own Amazon private label business that he's been running for over a decade now, and he has lots of experience. In fact, Norm is one of the lucky winners of my comprehensive business strategy audit sessions. And so today, I'm super excited that we're going to be diving into the conversation, the audit that we just performed on Norm's business, and he's going to be sharing his takeaways, the insights that he's gleaned. he is already doing millions of dollars in business, but he has aspirations to continue to grow his business and to hopefully one day be able to exit that business. And today, that's the conversation that we had and we talked about. So, Norm, with that introduction, I want you to kind of give us a quick intro about yourself, how you got started into the e-comm world and what you've been doing over the last decade.Norm 00:00:59  Yeah. Thanks, Josh. I appreciate the opportunity to talk with you and your listeners also.Norm 00:01:06  I've been doing, First. e-com business. I kind of, came in the back door and started that in 2004. I started building some side hustles while I was an employee at at HP. I got to the point where I was making more of my side hustles than my real job. So for my 50th anniversary, I 50th birthday, I turned in my resignation. And I've been doing Amazon and Shopify, Etsy, a lot of different marketplaces since then full time. And that's kind of where I'm at today.Josh 00:01:44  I love it, and Norm and I dance in the same space. Sometimes we might be considered competitors, but there's such a big marketplace out there that we were able to, you know, really kind of lift up, open the hood today and really dive into each other's businesses. He was able to ask me a lot of questions, and hopefully I was able to share some valuable insights with you, Norm. And that's what we'll talk about. Norm, we first started off by talking about, you know, what is your overall goal in in your business.Josh 00:02:15  Right. And what are the biggest obstacles that you're facing. So why don't you go ahead and kind of reiterate what we started our conversation off with.Norm 00:02:24  Yeah. So, you know, just taking a look, you know, I think I'm fall into the same category as most people are selling in the e-commerce space right now, dealing with more competition. things are constantly moving. you know, the economy is down to a degree. So I think in our space, we're, we're seeing, you know, some pullback on, on spend over the last couple of years. So that's created challenges, right. And you know, as we as we mentioned, I've been doing this for a long time, and I really had gotten to the point where, a couple of years ago and stuff. I really felt like I was out of touch that before. It was pretty easy for me. I really felt like I had it dialed in, and over the past few years, it really felt like I was kind of losing control.Norm 00:03:15  And a lot of that had to do with not having the proper dashboards and tools to be able to evaluate kind of where we're at on a very granular level. Right. Because it's one thing to see your big number and your paychecks and all of those things come in on a monthly basis. But, you know, on a product level, after shipping fees and advertising and all of those refunds and so forth, what is each product actually generating as far as income and what is really driving bottom line growth? And once I got the proper tools in place, really kind of opened my eyes that a lot of products that we had, it's like, why am I even bothering with this when it's all said and done? I'm not making any money. It's certainly not worth the effort on this. So we've really have gone in and cleaned up our catalog and eliminated a lot of stuff. A lot of exce...

206: Wird KI die Assistenz ersetzen, oder ihre Rolle sogar stärken? In dieser Podcast-Folge sprechen wir über die praktische Nutzung von Microsoft Copilot, den Einsatz von KI im Arbeitsalltag und die Veränderungen, die aktuell in Unternehmen stattfinden. Warum haben manche Organisationen KI bereits fest in ihrer Arbeitsweise verankert, während andere noch ganz am Anfang stehen? Welche Aufgaben lassen sich heute schon automatisieren – und wo bleibt der Mensch unverzichtbar? Außerdem geht es um typische Anwendungsfälle für Assistenzen, den Umgang mit Datenschutz, die Bedeutung von KI-Kompetenz sowie die Frage, wie sich die Zusammenarbeit zwischen Führungskräften und Assistenz durch Copilot und Agenten verändern wird. Themen der Folge: - Microsoft Copilot im Arbeitsalltag - KI für Assistenz und Office Management - Produktivität und Automatisierung - Agenten und moderne Arbeitsprozesse - Change Management und KI-Adoption - Datenschutz und Governance - Die Zukunft der Assistenzrolle - Praktische Copilot-Use-Cases aus Unternehmen Eine Folge für alle, die KI nicht nur verstehen, sondern sinnvoll im Berufsalltag einsetzen möchten.   Pascal Brunner-Nikolla ist Head of Modern Work bei Campana & Schott, Microsoft MVP in Copilot + Agents und LinkedIn Top Voice. Er zählt zu den führenden DACH-Stimmen rund um AI-Transformation und Microsoft. Mit dem LinkedIn-Newsletter „Copilot Your Day" liefert Pascal jeden Montagmorgen fundierte Insights aus über 400 Copilot-Projekten und zeigt, was Unternehmen dabei beachten müssen. Der Claim: Vom Pilot Limbo zu Copilot Your Day – für echten Business Impact durch KI im Arbeitsalltag. Zusätzlich bieten die deutschen LinkedIn-Learning-Kurse eine direkte Starthilfe.   LINKS: - Diana Brandl auf LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-brandl/ - Executive Office Insights Newsletter: https://the-socialista-projects.com/#newsletter   - Pascal Brunner-Nikolla auf LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pascal-brunner1/ - Copilot Your Day Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/copilot-your-day-7145698987835101184/ - Copilot Your Day Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7nV1oNFOWVJmyqC4XfX7gl?si=316c6a1e2c6d43d3 - LinkedIn-Learning-Kurse: https://www.linkedin.com/learning/instructors/pascal-brunner-nikolla - Ruben Hassid - How to AI: https://ruben.substack.com/ - CAS FH in Strategic Office Management: https://www.kalaidos-fh.ch/de-CH/Studiengaenge/CAS-Certificate-of-Advanced-Studies-Strategic-Office-Management   Danke an unseren Host: https://www.trafobaden.ch/   The Executive Office Insights Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3QH8HL8oWIC0HzHWvb5KLd Pascal fügte „Viva La Vida" von Coldplay hinzu.

In this special episode of MSP 1337, CJ is joined by Brooke Lee (Rev.io) and Stacey Whitley (GTIA) to unpack how ITSPs can translate industry engagement into measurable outcomes. Attending events is easy, but most organizations struggle to turn what they learn into real operational outcomes. Brooke and Stacey share how their collaborative event recap initiative is helping bridge that gap by distilling key takeaways from major channel events into practical, accessible insights. More importantly, they highlight how GTIA serves as the connective tissue that sustains momentum beyond the event, enabling peer accountability, ongoing education, and real community engagement.The discussion reinforces the business value of GTIA membership beyond networking. From structured onboarding and mentorship to role-based education and vendor-neutral collaboration, GTIA provides a scalable approach to developing teams, reducing isolation, and accelerating organizational maturity. Brooke's perspective on embedding GTIA into Rev.io's onboarding model illustrates how intentional engagement can drive adoption and long-term ROI. Cybersecurity is a central theme, with a focus on GTIA's Cybersecurity Resource Hub, ISAO, and the GTIA Cybersecurity Trustmark Best Practices. Stacey emphasizes the importance of community-driven intelligence and real-time peer support, particularly during incidents, capabilities that many ITSPs struggle to access independently. The episode closes with a candid look at how authentic, experience-driven content, rather than polished production, builds trust, strengthens relationships, and lowers barriers to participation across the channel.Bottom line: GTIA is more than membership, it is more than a community, and as an association, it is greater than the sum of its parts. GTIA is a force multiplier for learning, accountability, and cybersecurity maturity when actively leveraged.

Struggling to prove the value of AI in your marketing? Get practical insights on building systems, measuring outcomes, and gaining C-suite buy-in.And don't forget! You can crush your marketing strategy with just a few minutes a week by signing up for the StrategyCast Newsletter. You'll receive weekly bursts of marketing tips, clips, resources, and a whole lot more. Visit https://strategycast.com/ for more details.==Let's Break It Down==04:14 The power of platform architecture07:55 Joining Data IQ as CMO12:44 AI-driven improvements at Roche15:12 Key elements for AI success20:37 Business outcomes in the AI era25:00 Building an integrated marketing system26:20 AI tools boosting sales efficiency31:42 Embracing AI in Marketing35:47 Building trust in AI companies==Where You Can Find Us==Website: https://strategycast.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategy_cast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategycast==Leave a Review==Hey there, StrategyCast fans!If you've found our tips and tricks on marketing strategies helpful in growing your business, we'd be thrilled if you could take a moment to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback not only supports us but also helps others discover how they can elevate their business game!

This week, we're revisting one of our favorite episodes from last year, focusing on the role of play at work. All children play but, over time, that instinct goes away. We don't lose it, we don't forget. Instead, we get taught to stop. For author and toy designer Cas Holman, that's a problem. With a very real impact on business performance. In this episode of The Mindtools L&D Podcast, Cas joins Ross G and Gemma to discuss: how traditional workplaces surpress play the business benefits of play at work how to encourage play when your organization won't tolerate it. You can find out more about Cas and her book Playfulness at casholman.com/book. You can also see her in the Netflix series Abstract: The Art of Design. In 'What I Learned This Week', Ross discussed peculiar experiments involving moths, via The Economist. For more from Mindtools Kineo, visit  our website mindtools-kineo.com. There, you'll find out how we can help your organization build AI skills, and how our Skills Practice scenarios help build human skills. Connect with our speakers If you'd like to share your thoughts on this episode, connect with us on LinkedIn: Cas Holman Ross Garner Gemma Towersey

In this episode, we discuss Thinking Machines Lab's latest announcement, Interaction Models, a new approach for making AI collaborate more naturally with people. We also look at why its upcoming limited research preview matters and how it could shape the next wave of real-time AI products. Our AI Hustle Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustleGet the top 80+ AI Models for $8.99 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiJaeden's latest vibe coded project (Bible Study Guide): https://learnofchrist.com/

Podcast: Industrial Cybersecurity InsiderEpisode: OT Security Isn't an IT Problem: What it Takes to Get it RightPub date: 2026-05-19Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationCraig sits down with Wil Klusovsky, a 26-year cybersecurity veteran and CRO at viLogics, to break down why asset visibility and exposure management are the foundation of any solid OT security strategy.From the myth of the air-gapped shop floor to the real-world math behind quantifying cyber risk in dollars and cents, Will and Craig explore how manufacturers can move beyond fear-based selling, bridge the gap between IT and operations, and build programmatic cybersecurity that protects both production uptime and the bottom line.They discuss how to frame cyber risk as business risk, why compensating controls and context matter more than raw vulnerability numbers, and why the CISO's real job is "chief inside selling officer."Chapters:(00:00:00) - Welcoming Will to the Podcast!(00:02:12) - Why Asset Visibility Is the Starting Point for OT Security(00:03:48) - The Air Gap Myth and Legacy Systems on the Shop Floor(00:04:52) - Translating Cyber Risk Into Dollars and Cents(00:07:05) - Quantifying Downtime: Mean Time to Recovery and True Cost of Ownership(00:09:55) - Risk Appetite: Spend to Mitigate or Accept the Exposure?(00:11:32) - Who Really Owns the Risk? Executives, Not CISOs(00:13:00) - Uptime, OEE, and Why Cybersecurity Risk Is Business Risk(00:15:45) - Remote Access Risks and Competing Priorities on the Shop Floor(00:18:04) - The "Chief Inside Selling Officer" — Getting Buy-In Before Budget(00:19:48) - The Get Out of Jail Free Card: Aligning Incentives Across Teams(00:22:30) - Context Over CVE Counts: 600 Critical Vulns, Zero Exploitable(00:25:42) - Prioritizing Remediation by Business Impact, Not Severity Score(00:26:30) - Wrap-Up and Part 2 Preview: Business Impact AnalysisLinks And Resources:Wil Klusovsky on LinkedInWant to Sponsor an episode or be a Guest? Reach out here.Industrial Cybersecurity Insider on LinkedInCybersecurity & Digital Safety on LinkedInBW Design Group CybersecurityDino Busalachi on LinkedInCraig Duckworth on LinkedInThanks so much for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to Industrial Cybersecurity Insider? Have some feedback you'd like to share? Connect with us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube to leave us a review!The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Industrial Cybersecurity Insider, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

This episode is a re-air of one of our most popular conversations, featuring insights worth revisiting. This week on The Data Stack Show, Brooks and John chat with Andy MacMillan, CEO of Alteryx. Andy discusses the evolving landscape of data and AI, focusing on empowering business users to solve complex problems. He explores the concept of "citizen developers" and how tools like Alteryx can bridge the gap between IT and business teams by democratizing data access. The conversation also emphasizes the importance of creating controlled environments where business users can leverage cloud data platforms and AI technologies to reimagine workflows, without bypassing governance. Key takeaways include the need for organizations to enable innovation through accessible data tools, the potential of AI-driven agents to transform business processes, the critical role of employees who understand their business functions in driving technological transformation, and so much more. Highlights from this week's conversation include: Andy's Background and Journey in Data (0:54) Early Web Development at General Motors (2:23) AI Challenges in the Enterprise (9:03) What is Alteryx and Its Value Proposition (11:25) The Importance of Empowering Business Users (16:10) Bridging the Gap Between Data Platforms and Business Users (20:04) Evolution from Desktop to Data Cloud (25:28) Access and Governance in the Cloud Era (27:57) The Return of Local Data Work and AI Governance (31:24) AI Data Clearinghouse and Governance (34:11) AI-Enabled Workflows and Business Impact (38:13) The Future: Agents, Data Platforms, and Business Logic (41:05) How to Get Started with Alteryx or Learn More (46:54) Product Management Lessons for Leadership and Parting Thoughts (47:56) The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it's needed to power smarter decisions and better customer experiences. Each week, we'll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and data products, and driving better outcomes across their businesses with data. RudderStack helps businesses make the most out of their customer data while ensuring data privacy and security. To learn more about RudderStack visit rudderstack.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chris Holman welcomes Andrew Coffield, Regional Advocate - Great Lakes - OH, IN, IL, WI, MN, MI, Office of Advocacy - U.S. Small Business Administration. What is the Office of Advocacy at the U.S. Small Business Administration? What are some of the top federal regulations the office has heard? What is your role as the Region 5 Advocate, and how does your work impact what's happening in Washington, D.C.? As a regional, I imagine you do quite a bit of travel. What's an opportunity for small business owners to connect with you? How has the deregulatory agenda fueled the work you and others are doing at the Office of Advocacy? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Andrew J. Coffield is a seasoned professional with extensive experience at the intersection of government and small business policy. With a proven track record in both executive and legislative branches, Andrew has played a pivotal role in shaping policy that supports America's small business community. In his previous role, Andrew served as a professional staff member on the U.S. House Committee on Small Business, contributing to legislative efforts to reduce regulatory burdens and support small business growth. In the previous Trump Administration, Andrew served in the SBA Office of Entrepreneurial Development, where he contributed to oversight of SBA's national technical assistance programs and strengthening entrepreneurial development. Andrew is a graduate of The Ohio State University and currently resides in Columbus, Ohio.

In dieser Folge sprechen wir mit Nadiem von Heydebrand, CEO und Co-Founder von Mindfuel, darüber, wie Unternehmen aus Data- & AI-Initiativen echten Business Impact generieren. Nadiem erklärt, warum viele Projekte trotz großer Investitionen nicht den erwarteten ROI liefern, welche Rolle Data Impact Management dabei spielt und wie Teams die Brücke zwischen Strategie, Datenarbeit und messbarem Wert schlagen können. Ein Gespräch über Fokus, Priorisierung und die Frage, wie AI vom Hype zum skalierbaren Wachstumsmotor wird. ► LinkedIn von Nadiem von Heydebrand: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadiemvh/ ► MINDFUEL: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mindfuelai/ ► data:unplugged ○ Website: https://www.data-unplugged.de ○ YouTube: https://youtu.be/zU8MgvXTOnc ○ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/data-unplugged/ ○ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dataunplugged/ ► d:u DEEP DIVE BERLIN: den 11. Juni 2026 freihalten! AI meets Business, das KI Event in Berlin!

In this episode of Treasury Leaders, Host Philip Costa Hibberd, Founder of Automation Boutique, talks with Oliver Gerstberger, Group Treasury & Asset-Based Finance Expert at GO Corporate Funding Advisory GmbH, to explore how regulated stablecoins and blockchain-based infrastructure are beginning to reshape corporate treasury.Oliver discusses the importance of understanding a company's operations and asset base to maximise treasury value, highlighting how effective treasury can influence cash flow and financial decisions across a business. He also explores the concept of asset-based finance, explaining how leveraging assets like machinery can lead to more efficient financing solutions. Throughout the conversation, Oliver provides practical advice on integrating treasury with business operations, managing working capital, and using AI to enhance treasury processes.Whether you're a corporate treasurer or simply interested in treasury management, this episode provides valuable lessons on how to become more hands-on in your approach to finance.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Hands-On Treasury: The importance of being involved in business operations and understanding unit economics.Asset-Based Finance: Why many treasurers miss out on financing opportunities through leasing and how it can provide cheaper, efficient funding.Working Capital Management: How treasurers can oversee working capital and improve cash flow by managing receivables, payables, and inventory.Using AI in Treasury: How AI can assist in cash forecasting and document analysis, but why human judgment is still crucial in decision-making.Episode Breakdown with Timestamps: [00:00] – Introduction [01:26] – Oliver's Hands-On Approach to Treasury [03:20] – The Importance of Understanding Unit Economics [06:45] – What Treasurers Miss Today in Treasury Management [08:23] – Managing Working Capital [13:00] – Negotiating Shorter Payment Terms with Suppliers [17:26] – Understanding and Using Asset-Based Finance [18:08] – Creating Value with Asset-Based Financing [25:55] – Overcoming Resistance from Banks for Asset-Based Finance [28:32] – Why Oliver Moved from Banking to Corporate Treasury [31:37] – The Role of AI in Treasury Management [36:09] – One-Minute Advice for Treasurers Follow our guest Oliver Gerstberger: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ogerstberger/ Follow Treasury Leaders:Website: https://corporate-treasury-101.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/treasury-leaders/ Follow Our Hosts:Hussam Ali on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hussam-r-ali/ Guillaume Jouvencel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/guillaume-jouvencel/ Jan-Willem Attevelt on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/attevelt/ Philip Costa Hibberd on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-costa-hibberd/ GHA Marketing Website: https://ghapodcast.com/ Automation Boutique Website: https://automationboutique.com/

In episode one of our 2026 CDW Canadian Cybersecurity Study series, Ivo Wiens and Ben Boi‑Doku explore how cybersecurity has become a board‑level priority and why increased funding now comes with higher expectations. As budgets grow, leaders are demanding measurable proof of risk reduction, not just security activity. This episode breaks down practical ways to quantify cyber risk, from KRIs and vulnerability management to financial risk frameworks, helping security teams connect technical efforts to real business outcomes. To learn more, visit cdw.ca Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Get excited for Business Impact Awards! On today's NKY Spotlight Podcast, Kyle Shumate of Clark Schaefer Hackett highlights the 2026 Business Impact Awards happening on THURSDAY. We are also joined by Abbey Cummins of Everything Cincy.The NKY Spotlight Podcast is powered by CKREU Consulting.

Rigvi breaks down what truly useful AI looks like, grounded in outcomes like spend optimization, revenue protection, and predictive maintenance, not just convenience features or marketing buzz. He also makes the case that AI won't replace FM professionals, it will finally let them do the job they were always meant to do. Welcome to Elevating Brick and Mortar. A podcast about how operations and facilities drive brand performance. On today's episode, we talk with Rigvi Chevala, Chief Product and Technology Officer at ServiceChannel. With over 20 years in B2B SaaS across industries ranging from local marketing to trucking to real estate, Rigvi brings a uniquely cross-industry lens to the challenges and opportunities facing facilities management today. Guest Bio: Rigvi is an experienced management executive with strong leadership skills and over 20 years of experience in software and product development and has led multiple product lines with >$200M in ARR. He manages and and executes product roadmaps and organizational strategy with experience in evolving B2B SaaS products and reusable digital platforms. TIMESTAMPS: 00:52 - About ServiceChannel 04:19 - What surprised Rigvi about facilities 08:47 - Key unsolved challenges in the industry 11:37 - Defining useful AI vs. marketing noise 15:08 - Breaking down AI types (generative, agentic, computer vision) 28:33 - Why 90% of AI initiatives fail 33:54 - Will AI replace FM roles? 39:37 - Advice for leaders evaluating AI tools SPONSOR: ServiceChannel brings you peace of mind through peak facilities performance. Rest easy knowing your locations are: Offering the best possible guest experience Living up to brand standards Operating with minimal downtime ServiceChannel partners with more than 500 leading brands globally to provide visibility across operations, the flexibility to grow and adapt to consumer expectations, and accelerated performance from their asset fleet and service providers. LINKS: Connect with Rigvi on LinkedIn Connect with Sid Shetty on Linkedin Check out the ServiceChannel Website Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this Cloud Wars conversation, Bob Evans sits down with Shub Bhowmick, CEO and Founder of Tredence, alongside Yasmeen Ahmad from Google Cloud to explore how enterprises are moving from AI applications to AI agents. Their discussion focuses on what it takes to turn intelligence into action — covering data foundations, semantic layers, agentic architectures, and the operational shifts required for businesses to scale AI successfully. Turning AI Into Action The Big Themes: AI Agents Redefine Applications: Traditional AI apps assist by querying data, generating recommendations, and supporting limited workflows. AI agents, however, represent a much deeper operational shift. As Ahmad explains, agents are multi-step reasoning engines that can access multiple systems, coordinate actions, and execute entire business processes autonomously. Instead of simply helping humans decide, they can perform work across ERP systems, supply chains, and customer interactions. This changes the role of the database itself — from a storage and query engine into a reasoning engine with vector search, graph RAG, and semantic understanding. Examples like Home Depot and Danfoss show how this creates massive efficiency gains Why Questions Require Agentic Intelligence: Shub Bhowmick draws a critical distinction between “what” questions and “why” questions. A conversational BI system can answer what happened — such as how much sales dropped — but a “why” question demands deeper reasoning. Why did sales decline? Was it pricing pressure, competitor behavior, inventory constraints, or macroeconomic events? These problems require hypothesis-driven exploration. Tredence addresses this through business semantic layers, knowledge graphs, and hypothesis banks that support open-ended reasoning. Closed Systems Create Long-Term Risk: Bhowmick warns against enterprises rushing toward closed, inflexible platforms simply because they promise faster short-term value. While packaged solutions may accelerate deployment, they often restrict ownership, adaptability, and future innovation. In contrast, open architectures built with hyperscalers like Google Cloud allow customers to own the IP, customize solutions, and evolve as the market changes. The Big Quote: “Gone are the days when these migrations used to take 12 to 18 months. Nowadays, you have to complete these migrations in less than three to four months.” More from Tredence and Google Cloud: Learn about the partnership between Tredence and Google Cloud and AI agents on Gemini Enterprise. Visit Cloud Wars for more.

Ready to unlock the potential of Pinterest for your business? In this episode of "It's The Bottom Line That Matters," hosts Jennifer Glass and Patricia Reszetylo dive deep into using Pinterest as a powerful tool for social media lead generation. Drawing from personal experiences and marketing know-how, they break down how Pinterest isn't just for inspiration—it's a platform where your content has incredible staying power, your pins can directly drive traffic, and even sell with buy buttons built right in.Whether you're brand new to Pinterest or considering ramping up your marketing, you'll learn actionable tips for optimizing pins with effective keywords, leveraging rich pins for auto-updating pricing, and why templates, checklists, and infographics can spark interest and conversations with your ideal audience. Plus, Patricia Reszetylo offers candid advice on whether DIY or hiring a Pinterest pro is the way to go.If your audience includes women (Pinterest's primary demographic) and you want evergreen content that works for you long after it's posted, this episode is your blueprint for making Pinterest a central part of your lead-gen strategy. Tune in, take notes, and get ready to see how Pinterest can bottom-line your business growth!BiosJennifer Glass is an insightful and welcoming host on "It's the Bottom Line That Matters" podcast. With a clear dedication to her listeners' success, Jennifer Glass brings both warmth and practical expertise to the show. Her journey with Pinterest began out of everyday necessity—discovering recipes—and has grown into a strong understanding of the platform's unique value for business and lead generation. Jennifer Glass shares actionable strategies, such as using keywords for enhanced reach, leveraging dynamic content like rich pins, and driving website traffic through Pinterest. She is passionate about helping listeners navigate the ever-evolving landscape of social media marketing, always emphasizing clarity and effectiveness.Patricia Reszetylo, the co-host, brings personal experience and candid insights from her own Pinterest journey. While she admits to having dabbled in marketing on Pinterest years ago without much know-how, Patricia Reszetylo highlights the platform's long content lifespan and its particular appeal to a demographic mostly made up of women. She's pragmatic, advising listeners to seek out experts or education before diving into Pinterest marketing, and stresses the importance of crafting a strategy rather than “winging it.” Her down-to-earth advice complements Jennifer Glass's technical guidance, adding a relatable and approachable perspective to the conversation.Together, Jennifer Glass and Patricia Reszetylo blend expertise, real-world anecdotes, and strategic wisdom, making their podcast a go-to resource for entrepreneurs aiming to master social media for business growth.Keywords: Pinterest, lead generation, social media campaigns, pins, boards, buy button, recipes, marketing, pin lifespan, keywords, search engine optimization, captions, gluten-free, low-fat, low-sugar, low-carb, kosher, paleo, keto, rich pins, pricing information, website integration, dynamic keywords, chocolate company, traffic generation, infographics, templates, checklists, demographics, women audience, content strategy, online visibility

Four outspoken friends deliver another unfiltered ride: wild banter about EVs vs. gas guzzlers, brutal Trump tariffs that nearly bankrupted a business, the Iran war, college sports chaos, and the heavy cost of freedom. In this raw, hilarious, and heartfelt episode of Finding Common Ground, Bill, Odell, Kelly, and Maverick mix laughs with serious talk on politics, race, community, and why we still love America. To learn more, please visit our website The Common Ground This podcast is produced by BG Podcast Network. Bill Goebell Social: Bill's Website Rev. Odell Cleveland Social: Odell's Website Odell's Instagram Odell’s Facebook Books available on Amazon Odell's Patreon Odell's X P is for Prostate Podcast Marty “Maverick”Kotis Social: Mart's X Account Marty's Linkedin Mavericks with Marty Kotis Podcast Kelly Hahn Social: Kelly's LinkedIn Kelly's Instagram Chapters00:00 Introduction and Banter 02:21 Prayer and Racial Lenses 04:39 EVs, Gas Prices, and Porsche Rocket Ship Stories 07:00 Tariff Chaos and Business Impact 11:48 Property Taxes and Local Government Frustrations 16:33 Special Listener Shoutout and War Discussion 19:00 Rescued Pilot Story and Military Operations 23:48 Iran Conflict Analysis and Diplomacy Hopes 28:36 Hearts and Minds, Trolling, and Regime Change 33:20 War Profiteers, Oil Prices, and Ukraine Drones 38:03 College Sports, NIL, and the Wild West Era 42:40 NCAA Blame and Revenue Sharing Issues 47:26 Hubert Davis, Roy Williams, and Talent Dilution 51:58 Bill’s Campaign Manager Offer and Party Drama 54:25 Boy Scouts, Life Skills, and Youth Development 59:09 Feeder Programs, YMCA Partnerships, and Donor Stories 01:01:28 Cooking Class Tangent and Monk Blessings 01:05:03 ICE, Immigration, and Trump’s Promises 01:09:48 Kamala Harris, Rubio, and Political Flip-Flops 01:14:27 Furniture Market Struggles and Geopolitics 01:16:42 Honoring Fallen Soldiers and Airport Tribute 01:21:29 War Realities, PTSD, and Supporting Veterans 01:26:12 Iran as Terror Sponsor and Path to Peace 01:28:34 Ceasefire News and Final ReflectionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're digging into organic social media metrics, not the vanity stuff that makes a dashboard look pretty, the signals that tie back to real business objectives. We break it down into three buckets, distribution, interaction, and intent, then we talk through what that looks like on Meta, LinkedIn, and YouTube, including the “hidden” behaviors you don't always see but absolutely feel in results. If you've ever asked, “Is social media actually doing anything for us,” this one will give you a smarter way to answer that.You are going to want the full writtten post for this one! https://elevatedmarketing.solutions/what-are-the-important-kpis-of-organic-social-media/Tired of vague marketing advice? So are we. This podcast brings you real, in-the-trenches conversations about what actually works no scripts, no fluff, just honest strategy and real-time insights.

If buyers need to believe the value before they buy…why don't they trust ROI when we show it to them? In Episode 5 of the Buyer Decision Series, Mark Stiving and Rebecca Kalogeris explore how to actually help buyers quantify value in a way they believe. Because the real value conversation doesn't start with spreadsheets or ROI calculators — it starts by helping buyers connect their problems to measurable outcomes they already care about. Discover how guiding buyers to use their own assumptions, their own numbers, and their own logic transforms value from something you claim… into something they trust — and why that trust is what ultimately increases the confidence needed to say yes.   Why you have to check out today's podcast: Discover why buyers don't trust ROI; even when your numbers are right and how this skepticism silently kills deals and drives unnecessary discounting Learn how to guide buyers to calculate value using their own numbers so the outcome feels credible, defensible, and worth paying for Master a simple framework to connect features to real business impact; turning vague problems into measurable results buyers can justify internally   Catch Up on the #BuyerDecisionSeries: Episode 1: Buying Is a Prediction of the Future  Episode 2: Buyers Buy Futures, Not Features Episode 3: What Buyers Actually Pay For Episode 4: Why Buyers Can't Articulate Their Real Problems (And Why That Matters for Pricing)   "Buyers believe it more when they use their own numbers than when you tell them the answer." — Mark Stiving   Topics Covered: 00:00 – Why Buyers Don't Trust ROI (Even When It's True).  The core problem: telling buyers the value doesn't build confidence — it often creates skepticism. 01:30 – The Value Table: Turning Features into Business Impact. A simple framework — Feature → Problem → Result → KPI — to connect what you sell to what buyers actually care about. 03:30 – The Hardest Step: Defining the Real Problem. Why companies (not just buyers) struggle to articulate the problem — and how the "curse of knowledge" gets in the way. 05:00 – From KPIs to Money: Where Value Actually Comes From. How to link metrics like churn or productivity to real financial impact (cost savings or revenue growth). 06:30 – Step 2: How to Quantify Value in a Live Conversation. How to guide buyers through their own logic — starting from their problems and moving toward measurable outcomes. 08:00 – Let the Buyer Do the Math (And Why It Works). Why using their assumptions and their numbers makes the value more believable than any pitch. 09:30 – Why Smaller Numbers Increase Credibility. Using conservative estimates builds trust — and still leads to compelling value. 10:30 – Why ROI Calculators Backfire (and What to Do Instead). Big, polished numbers feel manipulative — buyers trust what they help build. 11:15 – The Real Goal: Build Confidence, Not Just Prove Value. Quantifying value isn't about proving ROI — it's about making buyers believe the decision is right.   Key Takeaways: "When we can articulate problems to our buyers, they trust us more." — Mark Stiving "If we could solve this problem for you, what do you think that's going to do for your employee turnover?" — Mark Stiving "The buyer...once they've done the math and used their own numbers, they believe this way more than if you walked in and said, we're going to save you a million dollars." — Mark Stiving "We show that we understand their business, which is key." — Rebecca Kalogeris   Connect with Rebecca Kalogeris: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-kalogeris   Connect with Mark Stiving: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stiving/ Email: mark@impactpricing.com  

Nancy Rothbard, Deputy Dean and Professor of Management at the Wharton School, joins the show to examine how leaders respond to intensifying workplace disruption. The conversation covers decision bottlenecks, delegation, emotional regulation, and sustaining performance under pressure. Rothbard also discusses Wharton's Owner/President and CEO Program, which helps executives strengthen strategy and succession planning. Learn more at: whartonopc.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SummaryIn the latest episode of Visionary Leader with Jim Robinson, Jim dives deep into the art of leading without pressure, emphasizing clarity in expectations and championing a people-first approach in leadership. He opens by challenging a common managerial pitfall: it's easy to set high expectations, but difficult to be crystal clear about them. Instead, Jim recommends reversing the paradigm—set higher expectations for yourself, lower for others, and communicate with absolute clarity.Drawing on over forty years of leadership experience, he recalls his journey from learning about corporate “top-down” pressure to embracing relationships as the foundation of effective leadership. According to Jim, relationships matter most, and authentic leadership means focusing on impact and influence rather than exerting fear or pressure.The episode also explores the subtle ways leaders create pressure cultures, often without realizing the impact. Jim counters this by advocating for empathy, authenticity, and celebrating team members for their wins, big and small. Such recognition, he says, doesn't lower standards but elevates them, inspiring others to higher performance through positive engagement.Ultimately, success is redefined when people truly come first; businesses thrive when individuals feel seen, celebrated, and clear on their collective vision. Jim makes it clear that leadership is about serving others, nurturing trust, and fostering healthy teams that grow. Listen today!Show Notes(00:00) Introduction(03:15) Defining Pressure Culture(09:23) Celebrating People in Moments(13:08) Business Impact on Employee Health(13:47) Healthy Teams Equal Clear DirectionLinksJim Robinson CGP Maintenance and Construction Services

Product Momentum welcomes Rich Mironov back to the pod to help us drill down to the bottom line – literally. Rich is a Silicon Valley veteran and longtime product management advisor. He's spent decades helping C-suite executives and product leaders connect their work to business outcomes. In this episode, Rich reinforces a single, powerful theme: product managers must translate their ideas into clear financial impact. It's not enough to build great features – success comes from telling compelling “money stories” that resonate with executives and drive decisions. Here's what we learned: Why Product Leaders Must Speak the Language of Money Rich makes no bones about the yawning communication gap between product teams and executives. Product managers focus on features, processes, and operating models – while executives focus on revenue and outcomes. As he explains, “Any sentence that comes out of the mouth of a product leader that doesn’t have a currency symbol in it is one that the rest of the executive team can’t hear and doesn’t care about.” As he reframes the role of product leadership, Rich explains that it's not just about building the right thing – it's about articulating how that thing makes money. The Power of Simple, Structured “Money Stories” At the core of Rich's approach lies simplicity. He advocates for building “money stories” using just three numbers – two we know, one we estimate – to quantify potential impact. “A money story has no more than three numbers in it…two of the numbers you know, and one of them you’re going to reach into the air and make up or estimate.” This framework isn't about precision, Rich explains. It's about enabling better conversations. By introducing even rough estimates, product leaders can engage sales, marketing, and executives in meaningful dialogue. The goal is to create alignment around opportunity size and business value, and shift the focus from abstract ideas to tangible outcomes. From Features to Impact: Driving Better Product Decisions On the pod, we've been talking a lot lately about “impact.” Rich's approach, covered concisely in his recent book Money Stories, also highlights a critical shift in mindset: product managers must own the financial performance of their products. Without that, they risk being sidelined from strategic decisions. “If you can’t vaguely explain how the thing you do makes money, you’re just a cog in the process.” This means knowing basics about your product – core metrics like units sold, pricing, and revenue – and using them to guide decisions. It also means prioritizing revenue-generating opportunities over less impactful work and being cautious with cost-saving narratives that may have real human consequences. Bottom line: product leaders who connect their work to measurable outcomes are the ones who influence strategy, secure investment, and drive meaningful results. Rich Mironov, in his own words: [06:07] “Any sentence that comes out of the mouth of a CPO that doesn’t have a currency symbol in it is one that the rest of the executive team doesn’t care about.” [06:48] “A money story has no more than three numbers in it… two of the numbers you know, and one of them you’re going to reach into the air and make up.” [11:01] “It's not important whether we get it accurate. It's important that we build some consensus.” [11:40] “If you can’t vaguely explain how the thing you do makes money, you’re just a cog in the process.” [12:09] “PMs should socialize their plans with peers; say something like, ‘I know this is wrong, but let me walk you through my logic…' and then sit back and listen.” [24:18] “One thing I always recommend when socializing ideas: Bring a bucket of humility with you.” [29:29] “AI is real. It’s gotten investments like we've never seen. But it’s all going to come crashing down soon. There’s no way to avoid it. There’s nowhere to hide.” The post 183 / Rich Mironov: Using ‘Money Stories’ To Communicate Real Business Impact appeared first on ITX Corp..

In this episode of The Learning & Development Podcast, David James is joined by Brian Jarvis to explore what it takes to lead an L&D transformation inside a long-established organisation. Brian reflects on stepping into WM, the early signals that learning wasn't supporting the business in the way it needed and the first moves he made to begin changing direction. He discusses building credibility with stakeholders, evolving ways of working within his team and how L&D has shifted from a reactive, request-led function to one that's having a more meaningful impact on the organisation. Take your L&D to the next level Take advantage of thousands of hours of analysis. Hundreds of conversations with industry innovators and 25+ years of hands-on global L&D leadership. It's all distilled into one framework to help you level up L&D. Access the L&D Maturity Model here - https://360learning.com/maturity-model KEY TAKEAWAYS Make their problem your problem. Speak the language of stakeholders, take ownership of their goals and risks, and provide impactful and measurable solutions. Target where the business is hurting most, prove revenue and performance impact. Then, expand from there.   Play the long game: build trust, feedback loops, and champions.  Be ready to wow someone - you need stakeholders who advocate for L&D.  Measure time‑to‑proficiency, readiness, and confidence, not just completion of courses or content delivered.   Evolve your practice with design thinking, leverage AI, and technology. Put in place solid best practice to scale the impact of L&D without needing a bigger team. BEST MOMENTS “Every programme … is evolving and changing as they (the learners) grow into another year.” “Make their problem your problem.” “The management of the stakeholders is the most important piece.” “We either use smart tools to do dumb things, or we use smart tools to do the right things.” Brian Jarvis Bio Brian Jarvis is a strategic Learning & Development leader with more than 13 years' experience leading enterprise-scale initiatives across large, complex organisations. He is currently responsible for Learning and Leadership Development for National Accounts at WM, supporting teams across North America, Canada, and India. In this role, Brian has modernised onboarding and upskilling for customer experience, billing, and sales functions—reducing time to proficiency, improving frontline readiness, and increasing retention while supporting significant business growth and transformation. Previously, he led large-scale learning strategies at CVS Health, Aetna, and United Bank, delivering data-driven, digital-first learning approaches that improved performance, strengthened capability at scale, and delivered measurable commercial impact. VALUABLE RESOURCES The Learning And Development Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-learning-development-podcast/id1466927523 L&D Master Class Series: https://360learning.com/blog/l-and-d-masterclass-home ABOUT THE HOST David James  David has been a People Development professional for more than 20 years, most notably as Director of Talent, Learning & OD for The Walt Disney Company across Europe, the Middle East & Africa.  As well as being the Chief Learning Officer at 360Learning, David is a prominent writer and speaker on topics around modern and digital L&D.  CONTACT METHOD  Twitter:  https://twitter.com/davidinlearning LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidjameslinkedin L&D Collective: https://360learning.com/the-l-and-d-collective Blog: https://360learning.com/blog L&D Master Class Series: https://360learning.com/blog/l-and-d-masterclass-home This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

Discover how to make your message truly heard with Dan Manning, former fighter pilot, speechwriter, and military diplomat turned professional storyteller. In this episode, Dan reveals his simple, repeatable "Before, Change, After, Meaning" framework that helps founders and executives communicate ideas that move people to action. Learn why understanding your audience's pain is the secret to engagement, how scenes—not just stories—create connection, and what military storytelling can teach you about clarity and impact. Dan's clients have raised millions in investment, sold millions in products, and landed dream jobs at Fortune 10 companies—all by using stories that stick. If you want actionable steps to clarify your message, inspire your audience, and drive real results, this episode is for you. Tune in to hear practical frameworks, high-stakes lessons, and storytelling secrets that will transform the way you communicate and lead.

Pay decisions do not live in isolation. They shape hiring speed, retention, employee trust, and ultimately business performance.  According to Payscale's 2026 Compensation Best Practices Report, 63% of organizations believe their compensation policies drive positive business outcomes. That confidence shows up in measurable ways, including lower voluntary turnover, faster time to fill, and stronger employee sentiment.  In this episode of Comp and Coffee, Ruth Thomas brings together leaders from across Payscale's people, research, and total rewards teams to unpack what “pay confidence” really means, how organizations are building it in a constrained market, and why compensation is increasingly being treated as core business infrastructure rather than an HR function of last resort.  This conversation moves beyond theory to explore how confident pay decisions are made today, how they are being tested by flat increases, AI, and misinformation, and how leaders can connect pay strategy directly to outcomes executives care about.  Speakers:   Ruth Thomas – Chief Compensation Strategist, Payscale    Amy Stewart – Manager, Research and Insights, Payscale   Brittni Beers-Branco – VP of People, Payscale  Lauren Hein – Head of Total Rewards, Payscale   Episode Resources: 2026 Compensation Best Practices Report:   https://www.payscale.com/featured-content/cbpr?utm_medium=social&utm_source=linkedin&utm_campaign=cnt_awr_2026-cbpr-podcast_wv_fls&utm_content=2026-cbpr-podcast_rpt_pst Your insights matter and shape the future of work. Participate in the 2027 Compensation Best Practices Survey:  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/cbprsignup Email: coffee@payscale.com for listener questions and suggestions 

Play audio-only episode | Play on YouTube | Play on Spotify Episode Summary Project work dominates how organizations grow, transform, and compete, yet many projects still fail to create meaningful impact. This conversation examines why delivering plans, schedules, and outputs no longer defines success for project managers. As expectations shift toward value creation and strategic impact, the role of the project manager expands beyond execution into leadership, influence, and decision-making. Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez, a leading authority on project leadership and organizational transformation, explains how organizations have become project-driven and what that shift demands from those leading initiatives.

Episode web page: https://bit.ly/4knVwkM Episode summary: What does it really take to move from doing UX research to leading it? In this episode of Insights Unlocked, host Amrit Bhachu sits down with Emmanuelle Savarit, a global UX research leader, author, and podcast host, to unpack what research leadership looks like in today's fast-moving, AI-driven organizations. Drawing on more than two decades of experience across academia, consulting, government, and enterprise, Emmanuelle shares her journey into UX research leadership—and the hard-earned lessons that shaped her perspective along the way. She explains why great research alone isn't enough, and why researchers must learn to align their work with business priorities, influence senior decision-making, and think beyond deliverables. The conversation explores the critical mindset shift from being an excellent individual contributor to becoming a strategic research leader—even when you're a team of one. Emmanuelle offers practical guidance on how researchers can create impact by understanding stakeholder needs, prioritizing what matters most to the business, and embedding insight directly into decision-making. The episode also dives into the growing role of AI in UX research. Emmanuelle discusses how AI can dramatically improve research efficiency—from transcription to synthesis—while also emphasizing the essential role researchers play in shaping where and how AI should be used in products. Drawing parallels to past digital transformations, she makes a compelling case for research as a cornerstone of responsible, human-centered AI adoption. Throughout the discussion, Emmanuelle references her new book, The UX Research Powerhouse, Vol. 1, which focuses on research leadership, influence, and building long-term impact within organizations. The book is designed to be the resource she wishes she'd had when first stepping into leadership—and offers a practical roadmap for researchers at any stage of their career who want a stronger seat at the table. In this episode, you'll learn: The difference between doing UX research and leading UX research Why research impact depends on business alignment, not report length How solo researchers can act as leaders and influencers Practical ways to shift from tactical usability work to strategic insight How AI is changing both UX research workflows and product strategy What it takes to build research credibility and influence over time About the guest:Emmanuelle Savarit is a global UX research leader, author of The UX Research Powerhouse, Vol. 1, and host of the UX Research Club podcast. She specializes in helping organizations turn human insight into strategic impact and empowering researchers to lead with clarity, confidence, and influence. Resources & links Emmanuelle Savarit on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmanuelle-savarit-phd-17565019/) The UX Research Powerhouse, Vol. 1 on Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Research-Powerhouse-vol-Foundation-Leadership/dp/1919249419) UX Research Club podcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ux-research-club/id1652269307) Amrit Bhachu on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/amritsbhachu/) Nathan Isaacs on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanisaacs/) Learn more about Insights Unlocked: https://www.usertesting.com/podcast

The talent market is full of contradictions right now. There are many people looking for jobs, but for many organisations, finding the right talent remains difficult. Caution dominates on both sides, with candidates asking harder questions about stability and culture while businesses are slowing down decision-making around headcount. AI is promising to transform recruiting, but most organizations are still working out where it fits. Through all of this, talent acquisition is clearly evolving. The best teams are thinking about workforce planning, internal mobility, and skills rather than just filling requisitions. However, many of them are still measuring themselves on time-to-hire and cost-per-hire, metrics which capture efficiency but say nothing about real business impact. So what comes next for TA, and how should teams measure what actually matters? My guest this week is Bharat Siyani, VP of People and Culture at Elmo Software. In our conversation, he explains what a broader set of success metrics looks like, where AI genuinely helps versus where humans must lead, and how he sees TA's role changing over the next few years. In the interview, we discuss: The contradictions in today's talent market Finding the signal in the noise The importance of understanding nuance in recruiting What should AI do and what should humans do? How should organizations measure the impact of TA? Efficiency metrics versus value metrics Assessing tech talent at a time of high layoffs Skills and outcomes versus job titles TA's role in shaping the workforce What does the future of the TA team look like? Follow this podcast on Apple Podcasts. Follow this podcast on Spotify. A full transcript will appear here shortly.

Mike Nemer and Fridrik Larsen Founder of Charge Powering Energy Brands Conference discussed the upcoming charge conference in San Antonio, which has been rescheduled from April/May to February 26-27. Fridrik explained that CHARGE, which focuses on energy brands and their importance in the boardroom, is moving from Houston to San Antonio to create a more energetic atmosphere like their European events. Today on episode 314 of The Green Insider Podcast, we will cover how the conference will explore how energy companies can better understand and leverage their brands across the value chain, including internal and external stakeholders. The conversation includes: Branding Strategies and Value The conference uniquely focuses on utilities, with a branding strategy aimed at attracting top talent and improving client relationships. Fridrik Larsen highlighted that strong brand value acts as a multiplier for enterprise value, especially during acquisitions or sales, and helps companies differentiate beyond price competition. Understanding target market segments is crucial for effective customer communication. The conference uniquely focuses on utilities, with a branding strategy aimed at attracting top talent and improving client relationships. Brand Measurement Tools Fridrik Larsen introduced the brandr indexing tool for measuring and improving brand strength. The brandr index measures brand strength by assessing internal and external brand ambassadors, providing actionable insights for improving brand culture. The index has been successfully used by European companies such as EKR and Lufthansa for seven years. Business Impact and Marketing Decisions Quantifying and benchmarking brand strength helps companies make informed marketing decisions, allocate budgets effectively, and gain respect from executives. Running brand indexes can identify problems, improve marketing strategies, and potentially save significant marketing dollars. Conference Participation Attendees are encouraged to learn more at the upcoming CHARGE Conference in San Antonio. A registration discount is available for podcast listeners using the code: thegreeninsider15. For a discount use code thegreeninsider15 – to register go to Register Now. To be an Insider Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating. This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International. To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast. The post Key Insights on the Upcoming CHARGE Conference: Leveraging Brand Strength in the Energy Sector appeared first on eRENEWABLE.

What happens when engineering teams can finally see the business impact of every technical decision they make? In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I sat down with Chris Cooney, Director of Advocacy at Coralogix, to unpack why observability is no longer just an engineering concern, but a strategic lever for the entire business. Chris joined me fresh from AWS re:Invent, where he had been challenging a long-standing assumption that technical signals like CPU usage, error rates, and logs belong only in engineering silos. Instead, he argues that these signals, when enriched and interpreted correctly, can tell a much more powerful story about revenue loss, customer experience, and competitive advantage. We explored Coralogix's Observability Maturity Model, a four-stage framework that takes organizations from basic telemetry collection through to business-level decision making. Chris shared how many teams stall at measuring engineering health, without ever connecting that data to customer impact or financial outcomes. The conversation became especially tangible when he explained how a single failed checkout log can be enriched with product and pricing data to reveal a bug costing thousands of dollars per day. That shift, from "fix this tech debt" to "fix this issue draining revenue," fundamentally changes how priorities are set across teams. Chris also introduced Oli, Coralogix's AI observability agent, and explained why it is designed as an agent rather than a simple assistant. We talked about how Oli can autonomously investigate issues across logs, metrics, traces, alerts, and dashboards, allowing anyone in the organization to ask questions in plain English and receive actionable insights. From diagnosing a complex SQL injection attempt to surfacing downstream customer impact, Oli represents a move toward democratizing observability data far beyond engineering teams. Throughout our discussion, a clear theme emerged. When technical health is directly tied to business health, observability stops being seen as a cost center and starts becoming a competitive advantage. By giving autonomous engineering teams visibility into real-world impact, organizations can make faster, better decisions, foster innovation, and avoid the blind spots that have cost even well-known brands millions. So if observability still feels like a necessary expense rather than a growth driver in your organization, what would change if every technical signal could be translated into clear business impact, and who would make better decisions if they could finally see that connection? Useful LInks Connect with Chris Cooney Learn more about Coralogix Follow on LinkedIn Thanks to our sponsors, Alcor, for supporting the show.

In Episode 100 of the Digital Velocity Podcast, Erik Martinez is joined by Pat Barry, President of AI Consulting Partners, for a forward-looking conversation on where artificial intelligence is headed as we move into 2026. After several years of experimentation, this episode focuses on what it looks like when AI shifts from novelty to something embedded in everyday business operations. Pat brings more than two decades of experience in data science and AI, having worked with organizations like Discovery Channel, Google, and Fortune 100 brands including Unilever, McDonald's, and UnitedHealthcare. Together, Erik and Pat discuss why 2026 will be defined less by new tools and more by automation, confidence, and real operational change. As Erik notes, "I think it's going to be the year of automation," and Pat describes how advanced organizations are already managing AI as a "digital employee" supported by agents and sub-agents. Listeners will learn: • Why automation and AI agents are becoming practical tools for daily business use • How organizations are applying AI to improve communication, workflows, and clarity • Why measuring AI success may shift away from traditional ROI models • The risks of shadow AI and the need for clear training and policies • What agentic shopping and AI-powered search could mean for marketers and brands Throughout the conversation, Erik and Pat stress that progress with AI starts with intention. Pat cautions businesses to avoid rushing into tools and instead recommends experimenting within existing platforms and focusing on training. They also reinforce the importance of keeping a human in the loop to maintain quality and accountability. For marketers, operators, and executives across industries this milestone episode offers a practical look at how AI adoption is evolving heading into 2026. The takeaway is clear: focus on real problems, build confidence with the Large-Language Model tools, and prepare for a future where automation supports, not replaces, human work.