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Road Work Ahead

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We stand on the brink of disruption that will change the world in ways we could never imagine. Artificial Intelligence, Data Privacy, Cybersecurity, and the Future of Work have converged to create a perfect storm of fear and hope. How do we respond as business owners, workers, and humans? This podcast explores the many answers to that question. This is not a forum for wild speculation or doom-and-gloom, end-of-the-world posturing. Instead, we are navigating disruption the same way we navigat ...
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Can a machine harbor the soul of an artist? This question leads our latest discussion with Harvard professor and acclaimed artist Matt Saunders. It's not a simple question to answer. Creativity is a complex concept and we have to dig into the many ways that word could be defined. Who better to ask about creativity than someone who is both an accomp…
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Welcome back, after two months of silence, to Road Work Ahead, a podcast that explores the unmapped future of business and technology. My name is Sam Gerdt, and today I'm sharing a recent conversation with one of my long-time colleagues, Larisa Aslanyan. A few months ago, Larisa and I were talking about big changes in paid advertising. Obviously, a…
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Welcome everybody, once again, to Road Work Ahead, a podcast that explores the unmapped future of business and technology. My name is Sam Gerdt, and today I'm talking to the co-founder of a company that has, without exaggeration, changed my life. I'm talking about Reclaim.ai, and my guest is Henry Shapiro. Most people are familiar with the negative…
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We have a bad habit that we need to talk about. We tend to think that everybody has the same problems that we have. And every time we have a problem, we tend to go to the same places to find a solution. It's a bad habit for two reasons. First, we're limiting the kinds of solutions that we're going to get; and second, we're missing out on hearing fr…
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Last episode, we talked a lot about the importance of retrospection in the process of growth and innovation. Thinking back through all the talks I've had over the past several months on this podcast, this idea is the one that stood out to me as being the most helpful for anyone who is feeling uncertain about the future. In looking back, we can revi…
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Hi everybody, No episode this week, I'm sorry! We're busy people and sometimes we have to take a week off. But I do have a request: We're two months into this podcast and we want to know if the content of our interviews is helping you to think more productively about the future of business and technology. What have you liked? How can we make it eve…
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As someone who is diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder, there is an incredible amount of friction that I have to account for in my work and personal life. The same goes for other neurodivergent people - whether they have Autism, ADHD, dyslexia, or something else - there are a significant number of genuinely talented people in the workplace wh…
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I talk a lot about new technology with my guests, but maybe the most valuable way to connect with your audience isn't new at all. Email has been used and abused to the point that most people, marketers and salesmen included, have given up on investing any real thoughtfulness into their approach. As an industry, we've reduced email to a numbers game…
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How do you approach your duty and responsibility to protect yourself and those around you from cyber threats? Whether you're a large organization or an individual, it's never right to assume that someone else is protecting your best interests. Our generation is living in an incredibly significant transitional period, and the rules and expectations …
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When you work and live deeply within the realm of new technologies, it can be easy to forget that most of the world doesn't share that same perspective. Many of us have been spending the last 9 months freaking out about the generative AI arms race and the end of white-collar work, but my conversation this week with Mark Johnson steered my thinking …
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Is the traditional five-day workweek on the chopping block? Can we unlock higher productivity and employee satisfaction with a four-day model? In this episode, we consider this concept with Chris Leone, CEO of Web Strategies, as he details how he's approaching a four-day workweek pilot in his own company. Join me as we dissect the implementation pr…
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I welcomed executive director of AIRISE at Clemson University, Mitch Shue, to our latest episode. With extensive experience from the startup world to the enterprise level, Mitch discussed his insights on AI, data privacy, and cybersecurity. Our discussion branched out to explore how AI is changing workforce development. We explored how the right AI…
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I sat with Will Stewart to discuss the imminent disruption in the media industry, driven by technological advancements and AI. Will reflected on his journey, emphasizing the importance of embracing change, innovation, and a clear vision. He sees AI as a tool that can enhance creativity and efficiency - rather than a threat to traditional practices.…
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