by John Macdonald | Mar 25, 2024 | AI, The250
I see fear-mongering about AI all over the place. People worried about their jobs and their place in the world because of AI’s ability to automate. To be fair, some of this is warranted, i.e., AI automation will replace people in some roles.... by John Macdonald | Mar 24, 2024 | The250
I think a lot about the importance of struggling and failing as the catalyst to move forward and succeed. It’s one of the essences of my self and team leadership. I think about it mostly because I’ve seen and experienced a bunch of it anecdotally in my own... by John Macdonald | Mar 23, 2024 | AI, The250
“We’ll just use AI for that!” Heard that this week. And I heard something that sounded exactly like it in 1997: “We’ll just use the internet for that!” It’s a great marketing pitch. It’s a great pitch from the CEO or the... by John Macdonald | Mar 22, 2024 | The250
Your name is valuable. To some degree, it defines your identity. People change their names to redefine their identity, either personally or professionally. A brand name is valuable. It defines the identity of a company, organization, or movement. Brands change their... by John Macdonald | Mar 21, 2024 | The250
You’ve been there. As have I. Sometimes, it just all falls apart. No amount of good intentions, proper practice, or belief could save it. What do you do? First, you mourn. That’s OK. In fact, it’s necessary. Your beliefs and intentions, although... by John Macdonald | Mar 20, 2024 | AI, The250
A conversation I had recently: Them: “I know you think that life’s better with AI, but I just can’t get on board with this AI thing.” Me: “Really? Why not?” Them: “AI will be our downfall. Our lives will eventually suck....