NB44: Leading & Learning in the AI Era, with executive advisor Lisa Nirell

In this episode, Greg and Geoff welcome Lisa Nirell to discuss the evolving landscape of AI and its implications for organizations.

Lisa helps mindful leaders cultivate healthy companies and careers. Organizations such as AARP, Alliance Bernstein, CoStar Group, and Hilton hire Lisa to navigate high-stakes transitions. She’s a two-time author, growth strategist, executive coach, open water swimmer, and meditation student.

Be sure to check out her books: EnergizeGrowth NOW: The Marketing Guide to a Wealthy Company" and The Mindful Marketer: How to Stay Present and Profitable in a Data-Driven World. And tune into her podcast, The Mindful Marketer, wherever you listen.

Together, Lisa, Geoff, and Greg explore the importance of leadership, cultural readiness, the need for strategic planning, and the role of community support in navigating the AI revolution.

Lisa introduces her AI strategy test drive, emphasizing the significance of people and experimentation in successful AI integration. The conversation culminates in reflections on the future of AI and the importance of cultivating wisdom and joy in a rapidly changing world.

Interested in taking the AI Test Drive to measure your own AI readiness? You can find it here. While you're at it, be sure to subscribe to Lisa's email newsletter and receive some free leadership resources at a bonus.

Chapters

00:00 Introductions

02:59 The AI Readiness Gauge and Market Trends

05:57 Cultural Shifts and Organizational Challenges

08:57 Lisa Nirell’s AI Strategy Test Drive

11:49 People-Centric Approaches to AI Implementation

14:57 Navigating Job Displacement and Opportunities

17:46 Embracing Change and Innovation in Business

23:26 The Power of “Long Life Learning”

24:57 Adapting to Change in a Rapidly Evolving World

26:38 Cultivating Curiosity and Community

30:18 The Importance of Supportive Networks

35:21 Planning for AI Integration

42:39 Hopes for the Future of AI and Humanity

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