The Human Cloud Podcast
The Human Cloud Podcast
Welcome to the Human Cloud Podcast, where talent and technology intersect.
With guests from NASA, Microsoft, and McKinsey, along with leading economists, technologists, and founders, listeners of the Human Cloud Podcast are at the forefront of using innovative technology and talent models to transform businesses.
Led by Matthew Mottola, a global entrepreneur, author, and investor in the flexible workforce, the podcast covers topics ranging from generative AI and blockchain to innovative talent models like freelance, fractional, and digital talent platforms.
With guests from NASA, Microsoft, and McKinsey, along with leading economists, technologists, and founders, listeners of the Human Cloud Podcast are at the forefront of using innovative technology and talent models to transform businesses.
Led by Matthew Mottola, a global entrepreneur, author, and investor in the flexible workforce, the podcast covers topics ranging from generative AI and blockchain to innovative talent models like freelance, fractional, and digital talent platforms.
Episodes
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Sep 27, 2021 • 50min
Ep. 5: Mailchimp and Freelancing As A Third Option To Build Your Company. AI, Startups, and Bias.
This week, we dive headlong into algorithmic bias, education, policy, and freelance as a different path to startup funding. We also explore the awkwardness of teenagers and the battle of the sexes.
Sep 20, 2021 • 1h 34min
Ep. 4: The 'Great Wait' Costs Companies Millions, Microsoft Delays Office Indefinitely
This week we discuss the Great Wait as companies delay a return to the office, the adverse impact of COVID on women, plus corporate planning in a post-pandemic world. We are joined by Jeffrey Moss, Founder and CEO of Parker Dewey, to discuss how micro-internships can help all college students get the right experience.
Sep 14, 2021 • 1h 11min
Ep. 3: Surprise… Your Remote Employees Have Two Jobs at Once; August Job Numbers Disappoint
This week we discuss remote employees working multiple jobs, the lackluster US August job numbers, unemployment benefits, and loneliness. Plus, Google Ads SEM & SEO Freelancer Tim Haldorsson joins us from an enviable international location to discuss freelancing, European support, and how to wow clients.
Sep 7, 2021 • 55min
Ep. 2: 34% Growth In Freelance, Great Resignation Spreads To UK, Why Do We Blame Baby Boomers?
This week we discuss decentralization - how a team of 5 can do what used to take an organization of 5,000. We also dive into why Covid was a catalyst for over 10 million Americans to start their freelance journey. And of course, we have the normal banter of an angry young person (Matt M) and wise old person (Matt C). We also spotlight Ryan Mellinger for driving The Human Cloud Podcast from idea to full production in under 3 weeks.
Sep 2, 2021 • 47min
Ep. 1: Welcome to the Human Cloud
Welcome to the human cloud, the most fun podcast where you might actually learn something about leadership. We're the Matthews, one of us is old, one of us is young - but both of us have tapped into this thing called the human cloud, to drive extreme change in both large and small organizations. In today's episode, we're gonna give you a full rundown of what this podcast is, why we're doing it, and why in the world you should listen to us. We're going to hit a little bit on current events, we're going to make fun of each other a lot - but also we're going to give some tangible actionable insights related to what leadership means to us and what leadership means to you, and how you can amplify your impact through leadership. Enjoy.
