Best Instinct To Innovate Podcasts (2024)

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What Makes This Book Great?! David Brooks' The Second Mountain 52:34

2h ago52:34

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The discussion today centers on David Brooks' book The Second Mountain, which explores the transition from self-interest to a moral life. Daniel Lucas, Nick McLain, James Dawson join Chad Prevost in sharing personal insights, emphasizing the importance of overcoming ego and embracing vulnerability. They highlight the challenges of the second mounta…

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#209 Former President & CEO Ford, Mark Fields: All Cylinders 1:15:27

12m ago1:15:27

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Guest: Mark Fields, former president & CEO of Ford Motor Company and chairperson at Planview In 2005, Mark Fields was asked to run the Americas for the Ford Motor Company, a role he would serve in for 7 years, later becoming COO and then CEO. His wife and kids were used to relocating for Mark’s job, but had just put down roots in Florida. He told t…

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The Art of Convincing with Adele Gambardella and Chip Massey 31:29

10m ago31:29

31:29

Welcome to the What's Next! Podcast with Tiffani Bova. This week, I’m welcoming two incredible guests to the show who are co-founders of the Convincing Company, a crisis communication and training firm. They have recently co-authored the book Convince Me. Adele Gambardella owned an award-winning PR agency in DC for 15 years. She has served as a PR …

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The Currency of Connection: Why Time and Trust Are Your Best Investments feat. Greg Wasserman 27:09

2h ago27:09

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Ever wonder what truly drives business success? It’s not just about profits—it’s about people. In this episode, Greg Wasserman joins us to talk about why building genuine relationships is the key to long-term success. If you’re aiming to grow your business or improve your leadership, this conversation is full of practical advice on why investing in…

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Project to Product: With Dr. Mik Kersten 36:56

11m ago36:56

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Mik Kersten on transforming value streams with the flow framework What's the best way to connect strategy to delivery? Dr. Mik Kersten wrote the book on it. This week Clinton is joined by Dr. Mik Kersten, the CTO at Planview and author of Project to Product, and Keith Buehlman, Senior Director of Business Value Acceleration at Launch by NTT DATA, t…

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What Makes This Book Great?! James Clear's Atomic Habits 57:08

7d ago57:08

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It's another episode for the What Makes This Book Great?! mini-series. This time, Chad Prevost and Phil Mondy discuss Atomic Habits by James Clear, highlighting its success with over 3 million copies sold and its cultural impact. The duo explore the book's key principles, such as making habits obvious, attractive, easy, and satisfying, and breaking…

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#208 CEO & Co-Founder Patreon, Jack Conte: Crowd Surfer 1:09:11

10m ago1:09:11

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Guest: Jack Conte, CEO & co-founder of Patreon For many YouTube video creators, getting millions of views on your videos may seem like the goal. But when Jack Conte and his wife Nataly Dawn became YouTube stars through their band Pomplamoose, they didn’t automatically find gold at the end of the rainbow. “You check your ad revenue and you make 48 b…

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RELOAD: Making Your Emotions Work for You with Justin Bariso 34:59

6d ago34:59

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Welcome to the What's Next! Podcast with Tiffani Bova. This week I’m bringing back an insightful conversation with Justin Bariso. Justin is an author, columnist, speaker, and consultant, and his thoughts on leadership management and emotional intelligence have been featured by Time, Business Insider, CNBC, and Forbes among others. He is the author …

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Givers Gonna Give: Finding Purpose and Energy in Giving Back feat. Phil Januszewski 25:03

23h ago25:03

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Are you ready to feel inspired and uplifted? Tune into this episode of Taking Back Monday, where Alyssa Nolte welcomes the dynamic and multi-talented Phil Januszewski. Whether you're struggling with burnout or simply looking for practical ways to bring more energy and purpose into your life, this conversation is packed with insights that will leave…

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From the Archives: From Code to Canvas 36:29

3d ago36:29

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Per Kristian Stoveland on his generative art series The Harvest Generative artists are trailblazing a brand new, technology-based future. In this archived episode Clinton sits down with Per Kristian to hear all about how he developed his ambitious generative art collection The Harvest. Per Kristian explains what generative art actually is, how it d…

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#207 Co-Founder & Chairman Zynga, Mark Pincus: Speed of Play 1:13:49

4d ago1:13:49

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Guest: Mark Pincus, founder & chairman of Zynga, and managing member & co-founder of Reinvent Capital Before Zynga and Facebook made social gaming mainstream, the video game industry was “extreme on this being about art and crafting,” recalls Zynga founder Mark Pincus. He believes his winning instinct was the realization that games were “at least 5…

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Bringing Radical Respect to Your Team with Kim Scott 36:56

8d ago36:56

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Welcome to the What's Next! Podcast with Tiffani Bova. This week, I welcome Kim Scott back for the third time on the podcast. She is the author of a new book called Radical Respect: How to Work Together Better, and of course, Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity. She is the co-founder of the company Radical Candor. Kim was a CEO coach at…

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Leadership Reloaded: Self-Awareness as the Key to Growth feat. Karen Colligan 19:41

8d ago19:41

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In this episode of Taking Back Monday, we're diving into the heart of what makes a truly great leader—self-awareness. Hear from leadership expert Karen Colligan to explore why knowing yourself is the ultimate key to unlocking growth, both for yourself and your team. Karen, a seasoned leadership coach, shares her journey and insights on how leaders …

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From The Archives - The Power of the Platform 40:27

10d ago40:27

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Nate Berent-Spillson on the power of platform thinking In the enterprise world, there are three main reasons for why an organization may be struggling to gain momentum: organizational muscle memory, structural friction, and legacy technical debt. In this archived episode Clinton is joined by Nate Berent-Spillson, NTT DATA’s VP of Engineering, to di…

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What Makes This Book Great?! Jonathan Krakauer's Into the Wild 56:45

11d ago56:45

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On today's episode, Chad is visited by Charlie Moss, Richie Daigle, Chris Collins, and Matt McLelland to discuss an interesting choice: Jonathan's Krakauer's Into the Wild. Why is it an interesting choice for The Humanist? Well, on the surface it might seem like the adventure-seeking Chris McCandless's tragic story might not be the subject matter f…

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#206 CEO & Founder Rivian, RJ Scaringe: Electrified 57:01

11d ago57:01

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Guest: RJ Scaringe, CEO and Founder of Rivian “I’m very comfortable with things not being in their end state,” says Rivian CEO and founder RJ Scaringe. The company’s challenging mission — to help make 100% of the world’s cars electric — will take a long time, and a lot of willingness to build the metaphorical plane in midair. As Rivian has grown fr…

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The Illusion of Innovation with Elliott Parker 26:23

15d ago26:23

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Welcome to the What's Next! Podcast with Tiffani Bova. This week Elliott Parker joins the podcast. He is the founder and CEO of High Alpha Innovation, a venture builder that partners with corporations, universities, and entrepreneurs to co-create startups that solve compelling problems. He built his career in strategy consulting at Innosight, the f…

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Being Buyer-Centric: Redefining Sales feat. Tim Hughes 23:37

15d ago23:37

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In this episode of Taking Back Monday, we sit down with Tim Hughes, CEO and co-founder of DLA Ignite, to uncover the power of social selling. Are you tired of outdated selling techniques and endless rejection? Tim shares his innovative approach to creating meaningful connections and building a robust sales pipeline through social media without just…

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Telecom Through the Years: With The First Lady of Wireless 37:39

17d ago37:39

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Arlene Harris on the transformation of the telecommunications industry Telecommunications has come a long way since the 60s. This week Clinton is joined by telecom pioneer, Arlene Harris, and NTT DATA’s Devin Yaung to discuss how platforms and the telecom industry have changed over the past 60 years. They delve into Arlene’s incredible journey from…

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What Makes This Book Great?! Adam Grant's Think Again 56:57

25d ago56:57

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For this week's episode we have return guests and friends of the show, Matt McLleland and Daniel Lucas to discuss Adam Grant's brilliant, Think Again. The discussion on Think Again highlights the book's impact and relevance, emphasizing the importance of rethinking and humility. The book, a New York Times bestseller, encourages readers to approach …

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#205 CEO Snowflake, Sridhar Ramaswamy: Visibility 1:07:14

23d ago1:07:14

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Guest: Sridhar Ramaswamy, CEO of Snowflake “People underestimate what it is to go through a complete reset,” says Snowflake CEO Sridhar Ramaswamy. And he knows it: After an incredible 15-year run at Google, he started over from zero with an AI search startup, Neeva. And in hindsight, he regrets not trying to port over more of the skills that had ma…

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The Power of Instinct with Leslie Zane 26:25

22d ago26:25

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Welcome to the What's Next! Podcast with Tiffani Bova. I’m eager to welcome Leslie Zane to the show this week. She is the founder of Triggers, a CMO advisory firm rooted in behavioral science, where she champions the primacy of the instinctive mind in brand decisions. In her new book, The Power of Instinct, she shows how traditional persuasion tact…

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Earning the Title: Empowerment and Evolution feat. Isabelle Guarino 23:57

22d ago23:57

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Are you ready to be inspired by a true visionary and leader? In this episode of Taking Back Monday, we sit down with Isabelle Guarino, a powerhouse COO who has navigated the complex business landscape with grace and determination. Isabelle shares her journey from starting as a personal assistant to becoming the COO of a thriving company, showcasing…

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Signs and Symptoms: Spotting and Tackling Design Debt 37:35

24d ago37:35

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Two design experts on the costs of accruing design debt We hear a lot about technical debt but what about its equally bothersome cousin design debt? This week on Catalyst Clinton sits down with NTT DATA design experts Mohit SantRam and Kevin McGrath to talk about design debt. They share the tell-tale signs of how to spot design debt and the first s…

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What Makes This Book Great?! Rick Rubin's The Creative Act with Daniel Lucas and Richie Daigle 1:06:41

25d ago1:06:41

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For this week's conversation I'm joined by friends of the show and fellow podcasters, Daniel Lucas and Richie Daigle. They generously gave of their time to dive into this big Rick Rubin book, The Creative Act--and then to join me for a wide-ranging and unscripted conversation about it. The idea for this series is to consider a book that has met sev…

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#204 Founder & Former CEO Blue Bottle, James Freeman: After the Exit 1:07:13

25d ago1:07:13

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Guest: James Freeman, Founder and Former CEO of Blue Bottle Coffee In the six or so years since he sold his last shares of Blue Bottle Coffee to Nestlé, James Freeman has had a lot of time to ruminate — about how he succeeded in creating a unique café experience, and also the ways he failed his workers as a manager. But he’s already thinking about …

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How to Become a Supercommunicator with Charles Duhigg 30:46

29d ago30:46

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Welcome to the What's Next! Podcast with Tiffani Bova. In this What's Next Live, I welcome my very first Pulitzer Prize winner to the show. Charles Duhigg is a reporter and the author of The Power of Habit, which spent over three years on the New York Times bestseller list. His second book, Smarter Faster Better, was also a bestseller. He published…

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Blueprints and Whiteboards: On What Makes a Good IT Architect 35:44

1M ago35:44

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Jason Aitchison on good IT architecture practices The saying goes “all together all from the start,” and that goes for architects too. This week Clinton is joined by Jason Aitchison, Senior Director at NTT DATA, to discuss what makes a good IT architect. Jason shares the traits he looks for in an architect, from creativity to proven problem solving…

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#203 CEO Niantic, John Hanke: Buried Ships 1:09:17

1M ago1:09:17

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Guest: John Hanke, CEO of Niantic When Pokémon Go launched, Niantic CEO John Hanke was enjoying a tranquil walk through a bamboo forest near Kyoto with his son. When he got back, it was all hands on deck: Building on a platform Niantic had developed for its previous game, Ingress, Pokémon Go was a runaway success story, earning $100 million dollars…

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Intentional Connections: Embracing Vulnerability feat. Frank Congiu 23:52

1M ago23:52

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In this episode of Taking Back Monday, we explore the power of intentional connections and how embracing vulnerability can transform your professional life. Discover how genuine relationships can boost your career, personal growth, and business success. If you're tired of superficial networking and ready to build meaningful connections that truly m…

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Edge AI: With Shahid Ahmed 33:31

1M ago33:31

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Shahid Ahmed on how Edge AI is transforming factory floors Factory floors can sometimes be tough and rough. Luckily, new Edge AI solutions can help to make factories more efficient. This week, Clinton is joined by Shahid Ahmed, Group EVP at NTT DATA, to discuss how Edge AI is being used in factories to improve working conditions and environmental t…

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Feeling All Your Feelings with Confidence and Vulnerability with Reagan Pugh 59:27

2M ago59:27

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Chad Prevost and Reagan Pugh discuss their experiences as Enneagram Type Fours, exploring the challenges and opportunities of emotional intensity. They emphasize the importance of emotional awareness and self-acceptance in overcoming shame and doubt. Also dealing with personal struggles with anger as a coping mechanism. The importance of emotional …

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#202 Chairman of Qualcomm, Mark McLaughlin: The Right Pitch 1:13:24

1M ago1:13:24

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Guest: Mark McLaughlin, chairman of the board at Qualcomm When he was 24, Mark McLaughlin thought his career was over. Since childhood, he had dreamed of attending West Point and joining the Army, but a helicopter crash left him unable to serve, with a medical discharge. However, the crash also let him stay closer to his then-girlfriend Karen. They…

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RELOAD: The Cyborg Olympics and Becoming a Better Leader with Bonnie St. John 31:28

2M ago31:28

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Welcome to the What's Next! Podcast with Tiffani Bova. With the summer Olympics underway, I thought it fitting to return to an inspiring conversation I shared with Olympic Medalist Bonnie St. John. At the age of 5, Bonnie had her right leg amputated. And once you listen to this podcast, you will understand, there was no way that was going to stop h…

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Redefining Happiness with Stephanie Harrison 24:45

1M ago24:45

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Welcome to the What's Next! Podcast with Tiffani Bova. I have the pleasure of welcoming Stephanie Harrison to the show today. She is the creator of the New Happy Philosophy. She's the founder of New Happy, a company helping individuals, companies, and communities apply this philosophy in their lives. The New Happy’s art, newsletter, podcast, and pr…

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AI + Humans: The Forrester CX Event 37:50

2M ago37:50

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Lisa Woodley on the topic that took the Forrester CX Summit by storm In June, the Forrester CX Summit kicked off in Nashville. NTT DATA’s Head of Design, Lisa Woodley, attended the event and noticed that there was one topic that permeated every track of the summit - AI. This week Lisa chats with Clinton about the main topics that were discussed at …

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Enneagram Wings, Arrows, Instincts, and Passions with Chris Heuertz 1:11:33

2M ago1:11:33

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Chad Prevost and Chris Heuertz discuss the Enneagram, a personality typing system that aims to help individuals understand themselves and others better. Chris provides insights into its history and practical applications. They highlight its ability to help individuals understand their motivations and behaviors. They also discuss the importance of v…

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#201 CEO Lyft, David Risher: The Ride 1:16:25

2M ago1:16:25

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Guest: David Risher, CEO of Lyft David Risher can measure his career in phone calls, from the one that introduced him to Jeff Bezos in 1995, to the call from the Lyft board in 2023, asking him to vie for the CEO job. But initially, he believed his life’s legacy might be the nonprofit Worldreader, which has brought books to more than 22 million read…

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RELOAD: Shifting Ahead with Allen Adamson 29:55

2M ago29:55

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Welcome to the What's Next! Podcast with Tiffani Bova. This week, I’m listening back on a conversation with Allen Adamson and I wanted to share it with you too. Allen is a noted industry expert in all disciplines of branding and the Co-Founder of Metaforce. He is also a published author with multiple marketing titles including Shift Ahead, Brand Si…

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Gut Instincts: Mastering Trust and Leadership feat. Kolby Goodman 24:11

2M ago24:11

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Welcome back to Taking Back Monday! This week, we're excited to have Kolby Goodman join us. Kolby is a career coach and hiring expert with over a decade of experience helping individuals take control of their careers and guiding leaders in building cohesive and high-performing teams. In this episode, Kolby shares his invaluable insights on leadersh…

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From the Archives: Frenzy vs. Flow 39:14

2M ago39:14

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Danny Presten on how to improve flow through value stream management Organizations are often engaged in a flurry of day to day activities that may appear productive, but fail to yield meaningful results. This is why it’s so important to explore the intricacies of value stream management, Agile methodologies, and the transformative power of problem-…

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Matt McLelland on Embracing Risk for True Innovation 1:02:34

2M ago1:02:34

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Chad Prevost and friend of the show, Matt Mclleland, discuss the significance of choice in shaping our identity and life outcomes, with a focus on self-awareness, conscious decision-making, and overcoming unconscious patterns. What is the impact of social media and technology on mental health? What are the challenges of balancing innovation with ri…

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#200 CEO & Co-Founder Together AI, Vipul Ved Prakash w/ Bucky Moore: Super Cycle 55:29

2M ago55:29

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Guests: Vipul Ved Prakash, CEO and co-founder of Together AI; and Bucky Moore, partner at Kleiner Perkins No one knows for sure whether the future of AI will be driven more by research labs and AI-native companies, or by enterprises applying the technology to their own data sets. But one thing is for sure, says Together AI CEO and co-founder Vipul …

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The Power of Proximity with Kaihan Krippendorff 30:15

2M ago30:15

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Welcome to the What's Next! Podcast with Tiffani Bova. I’m excited to welcome for the very first time, Kaihan Krippendorff. Kaihan is the founder of Outthinker Networks, a global think tank. His books include Driving Innovation from Within and Proximity, which we’ll discuss today. THIS EPISODE IS PERFECT FOR… business leaders and innovators who wan…

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CareAR: With Kamran Khan 39:25

2M ago39:25

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Kamran Khan on transforming field support and customer services with augmented reality For years talk about augmented reality (AR) was everywhere but not everyone had access to it. At CareAR, they’ve found a way to democratize AR. This week Clinton sits down with Kamran Khan, VP of Partnerships at CareAR, to discuss how they’re providing enterprise…

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Ashley Jones' Mission to Support Grieving Families and Change Corporate Culture 54:53

2M ago54:53

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Today's conversation revolves around the importance of practicing gratitude, self-care, and radical optimism in the face of adversity. Ashley Jones shares her story of unexpectedly becoming a young parent and then navigating the diagnosis of their child, Skyler's, rare condition. Ashley tells us about our culture's comfort level with talking about …

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#199 CEO & Co-Founder Klaviyo, Andrew Bialecki: High Slope 1:00:23

2M ago1:00:23

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Guest: Andrew Bialecki, CEO of Klaviyo Whenever the marketing platform Klaviyo is hiring, says CEO Andrew Bialecki, “we sort of don't care so much what skills you have.” Instead, the company looks for “high slope” individuals who are curious and able to continually learn new things. “A big turnoff for me is [when] somebody says, ‘Oh, well, I was ne…

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Cracking the Presentation Code with Terri Sjodin 33:38

2M ago33:38

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Welcome to the What's Next! Podcast with Tiffani Bova. I have the pleasure of welcoming Terri Sjodin to the show. Terri is the Principal and Founder of Sjodin Communications where she specializes in advancing the persuasive presentation skills of professionals. She is the author of the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestseller S…

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Achieving Harmony: Mindfulness and Business Success feat. Suzanne Dwyer 27:09

2M ago27:09

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In this episode of Taking Back Monday, we sit down with Suzanne Dwyer, an Intuitive Business and Lifestyle Coach with over 20 years of experience. Suzanne empowers overwhelmed entrepreneurs to heal the root causes of their issues, allowing them to thrive in a peaceful 6- and 7-figure existence. Her insights into balancing business and personal life…

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From Google to the Forest: Embracing a Future of Radical Optimism 49:53

2M ago49:53

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Chad Prevost and Frederik Pferdt discuss the importance of developing a mindset that can navigate and shape an uncertain future. Pferdt emphasizes the need to move away from fear and uncertainty and instead focus on creating a better future through radical optimism, living in the present, and embracing the unknown. They also explore the power of re…

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