Managing a Transformation in the Workplace | with Charlie Fink (Forbes Columnist)

Feb 16, 2023

49:20

In this episode of Shift AI, we cover:

Charlie’s career before starting writing for Forbes
His early experience as a digital pioneer and AOL executive.
His parents influence on his thinking and approach to his career.
Specifics about the book Metaverse and thoughts about the frenzy around the term “Metaverse” and Facebook’s change to the name Meta.
Second Life, VR Chat and how creator economies drive Metaverse platforms
Discusses Meta’s hardware ecosystem and the way they are contributing to the overall adoption of VR
The factors that lead to VR adoption and the promise of an integrated and interactive Metaverse.
Training and simulation VR and the growth of assisted reality applications in the enterprise with frontline workers
The implications of working remotely vs being present in the office to connect with colleagues and leadership.
Consumer VR vs Enterprise VR
Advice to college students about how to manage the transformation in the workplace and how they should adapt to this changing work environment.
Will mentorship survive in a future remote or hybrid workplace.
How will AI and Chat GPT alter the way that Charlie does his writing job at Forbes