AI and the Future of Work: Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace, Business, Ethics, HR, and IT for AI Enthusiasts, Leaders and Academics

Richie Cotton and his co-host Adel have published over 150 episodes of the DataFramed podcast with some amazing guests. Richie's also a data evangelist for  DataCamp and a data scientist by training. He helps train DataCamp students and has been instrumental in the company's success. DataCamp has trained data teams at more than 2,500 companies, including 80 percent of the Fortune 100. Richie has degrees in Math from the University of Warwick and the University of York. In our conversation, we discuss: The Evolving Role of Data Scientists: Richie Cotton shares insights into the changing landscape of data science and how the role of data scientists is expected to transform in the next decade, emphasizing the increasing accessibility of powerful tools.Ethical Considerations in AI: we delve into the ethical implications of artificial intelligence, exploring the responsibility of data scientists and AI practitioners in addressing issues such as bias, transparency, and privacy in their work.Future Skills for Data Scientists: Richie discusses the essential technical skills for data scientists, including the ongoing debate between Python and R, and highlights the importance of staying adaptable as technology evolves.AI's Impact on Business Operations: we explore the potential impact of AI on various industries, focusing on business operations and efficiency, providing valuable insights for professionals looking to harness AI for strategic advantages.Predictions for Artificial General Intelligence (AGI): Richie shares intriguing perspectives on the timeline for achieving artificial general intelligence, citing predictions that AGI might become a reality in the 2030s and discussing the potential implications of such advancements.Teaching and Learning Data Science at Scale: we shed light on Richie's experience at DataCamp, where he has been instrumental in teaching data science to hundreds of thousands of individuals, highlighting the platform's mission to make data science education accessible globally.Additional resourcesListen to Richie’s podcast — https://www.datacamp.com/podcastOther episodes you might enjoy — https://aiandthefutureofwork.buzzsprout.com/520474/14341487-navrina-singh-founder-ceo-of-credo-ai-discusses-ai-governance-ethics

Matt Martin is on a mission to help the world make time for what matters. He founded Clockwise in 2016 to fix the time problem.Since then, he and the team have raised 76 million from exceptional investors, including Greylock, Cotu, Excel, Bain, and a common investor, the Slack Fund.  More than 15, 000 organizations run Clockwise. Matt was also an engineering leader at Relate IQ before Salesforce acquired it for $390 million in 2014.In our conversation, we discuss: Interesting ways to improve your productivityNew developments in GPT-4 supporting productivityChallenges of time management and the impact of AI in reshaping scheduling practices, emphasizing the importance of tools like Clockwise in optimizing work schedules.Lesson in entrepreneurship from MattHow AI can be leveraged to make your work more fulfillingMuch more

Prasad Kawthekar, Co-Founder & CEO of Dashworks, discusses the historical evolution of enterprise search tools, challenges to adoption, role of Generative AI, limitations of current AI models, considerations for future AI development, and the potential of retrieval-augmented generative AI. The episode explores opportunities for startups in the AI space, navigating responsibility in automated decision-making, and reflections on transitioning from researcher to CEO.

Atif has blazed trails in Silicon Valley and the Fortune 500 for over 25 years. After rising through digital native companies like Amazon, Yahoo!, and AOL, Atif held C-suite roles at McDonald’s, Volvo, and MGM Resorts. He oversaw thousands of employees as a global P&L, transformation, and innovation leader. Rafiq was the first Chief Digital Officer in the history of the Fortune 500, a pioneering role he held at McDonalds, and he rose to the President level in the Fortune 300. While leading business units, teams, and growth for companies, Atif has built a large following as one of today’s top management thinkers. Over 500,000 people follow his ideas about management and leadership on LinkedIn, where he is a Top Voice, and his newsletter Re:wire has over 100,000 subscribers. Atif has also been nominated Atif is passionate about helping companies push boldly into the future. He accomplishes this through Ritual, a software app revolutionizing how teams innovate and problem-solve, and through his work as keynote speaker, Board member, and CEO advisor. Listen and learnWhat’s broken about the decision-making process in large companiesWhat is the decision sprint process How will team formation/team structure change as a result of AI?How do we measure the quality of the output of a decision sprint?What are the smartest ways to engage generative AI in the decision sprint process?How do you reasonably deal with the fear of AI replacing your job?Much moreResources— Buy the book — https://www.decisionsprint.com/— Ritual — https://www.ritual.work/—  Listen to a related episode — https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/14158168-bruce-feiler-best-selling-author-ted-celebrity-tv-personality-and-new-york-times-columnist-discusses-navigating-life-transitions

Dr. Eric Siegel, leading consultant and former Columbia University professor, shares a 6-step process for successful machine learning projects. Topics covered include the distinction between generative AI and predictive machine learning, the lesser known aspect of FICO's business, and controversial predictions and the future of AI.

Juliette Powell is the founder and managing partner of Kleiner Powell International [KPI], a New York City-based consultancy. As a consultant at the intersection of responsible technology and business, she has advised large companies and governments on how to deal with the accelerating change underway due to AI-enabled technological innovation coupled with shifting social dynamics and heightened global competition. She’s also on the faculty at New York University and teaches in the Interactive Telecommunications Program. Art Kleiner is a writer, lecturer, and consultant with a background in management, interactive media, corporate environmentalism, scenario planning, and organizational learning. He is a co-author (with Pete Senge et al.) of the best-selling Fifth Discipline Fieldbook, The Dance of Change, and Schools That Learn; and author of Who Really Matters: The Core Group Theory of Power, Privilege, and Success. Since 1986, he has taught in New York University's Interactive Telecommunications Program.Juliette and Art co-authored a new book, The AI Dilemma: 7 Principles for Responsible Technology.Listen and learnHow Juliette and Art started their careers The Principles of Responsible Technology What could happen if AI became sentient? How can we prevent AI from reinforcing negative biases and discrimination?How people and organizations can practice better ethics when leveraging AI?What will it take to engrain more ethical, equity-oriented thinking into business education?  Much moreReferences in this episode…Juliette and Art's websiteGary F. Bengier discusses AI’s impact on humanity

Venture capitalist Dave Kellogg predicts the future of AI, Silicon Valley, and venture capital. Topics include last year's predictions, the post-ZIRP environment for venture capital, CIOs investing in automation, AI and copyright protection in 2024, and the concept of 'Retention is the new growth'. The episode also features a fun discussion about classic rock and hypothetical concerts.

Navrina Singh is the Founder and CEO of Credo AI, a Governance SaaS platform empowering enterprises to deliver Responsible AI. A technology leader with over 18+ years of experience in Enterprise SaaS, AI and Mobile, Navrina has held multiple product and business leadership roles at Microsoft and Qualcomm. Navrina and the team have been on a mission to help organizations create AI that adheres to the most ethical standards since March 2020. Credo has raised over $13 million from an impressive list of investors that includes Decibel Partners, Sands Capital Ventures, and the AI Fund, among others. Navrina is a member of the national AI advisory committee and is a world Economic Forum global leader. Prepare to be inspired.Listen and learnIf Navrina ran the world, how she’d regulate AI How to incorporate consumer feedback & inclusive practices into the AI development processHow companies can start creating trustworthy, ethical AI How Navrina is empowering companies to deliver responsible AI at scaleCriteria to consider for combatting algorithmic biasHow to deal with the fear of being replaced by machinesNavrina's advice to young entrepreneurs

Adam Wenchel, CEO of Arthur, discusses evaluating AI model performance. He shares insights on Capital One's early AI strategy and the value of monitoring AI model performance. The podcast also explores the debate between closed foundation models and OpenSURS models, managing accuracy in enterprise deployment of LLMs, and the importance of explainability in AI models. The speakers discuss the intense process of creating enduring startups.

Sean Behr is the CEO of Fountain, the company transforming the hiring process for hourly workers. Sean and the team have helped more than 80M applicants in 75 countries at places like Stitch Fix, sweetgreen, and gopuff. Fountain has raised $225M to date most recently through a $100M series C last June from an amazing list of investors including B Capital Group, SoftBank, DCM, and Uncork Capital.Sean joined Fountain as CEO in 2020 after founding fleet infrastructure platform Stratim, serving as SVP of Adap.tv through its acquisition by AOL, and holding various management roles at Shopping.com.Listen and learn...How Sean is creating opportunities for frontline workers around the worldWhat's uniquely challenging about hiring frontline vs. knowledge workersHow long before robots will replace human frontline workersThe ethical implications of using AI in hiringWhat biases are embedded in the hiring process... without AIWhy the future of hiring... is more human thanks to AIReferences in this episode...May Habib, Writer CEO, on AI and the Future of WorkJosh Bersin, HRTech pioner, on AI and the Future of WorkWhy every organization needs a Chief Ethics Officer