The AI Policy Podcast How to Build a Career in AI Policy
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Oct 30, 2025 Gregory C. Allen, a seasoned AI policy expert, shares his wisdom on building a career in AI policy. He reflects on his diverse journey from growing up in Kansas to writing for Jeff Bezos. Allen emphasizes the importance of mentorship, deliberate practice, and finding specialized niches in the field. He offers practical tips on creating a standout portfolio and navigating the complexities of AI policy. Listeners will find insights on defining success in the industry and the role of technical knowledge for credibility.
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Debate Launched His Policy Skills
- Greg learned research, public speaking, and argument reversal on his high-school policy debate team.
- Those habits and the surrounding community made intense practice normal and shaped his policy career.
Magazine Feedback Was A Wake-Up Call
- As editor-in-chief at the Washington University Political Review Greg learned to solicit criticism after readers tore his first issue apart.
- That painful feedback led him to actively seek harsh, knowledgeable criticism to improve his work.
Consulting Brief Changed Perceptions
- At Avacint Greg researched military and market data then briefed a CEO, revealing a 98% correlation between handset sales and troop deployments.
- That analysis impressed executives and proved deep research can rapidly create real-world impact.