In episode 4 of WTF: What’s the Future, my friend Dr. Travis Deyle, CEO and Co-Founder of Cobalt Robotics joins me to explore the real world of robotics entering in the workforce. What comes to mind when you think of a safety and security robot? Terminator? RoboCop? In reality, we should be thinking more along the lines of WALL-E. That’s how Travis Deyle, co-founder and CEO of Cobalt Robotics, encourages us to think about robots in the world. In the latest episode…
WTF: What’s the Future Podcast – The One Thing You MUST Do to Drive Your Disruption Strategy with Charlene Li
In episode 3 of WTF: What’s the Future, I spent time with someone who has had a profound impact on my life, Charlene Li. For those who don’t know, Charlene was my partner and mentor at Altimeter Group for nine years. Together, we helped pioneer research for traditional and also startup businesses to thrive in an era of digital Darwinism. Long before we were partners, she was a big inspiration in her work at Forrester and with her book, co-authored with…
WTF: What’s the Future Podcast – 5 Destructive Personas That Are Killing Your Creativity with Chase Jarvis
In episode 2 of WTF: What’s the Future, I get to spend time with another dear friend, Chase Jarvis. In my mind, Chase is one of the most creative and inspiring artists of the digital economy. We’ve also had some of the most soulful conversations of my life all around the world. I’m proud to know him. Chase joined me on WTF to discuss his latest book, Creative Calling: Establish a Daily Practice, Infuse Your World with Meaning, and Succeed…
The Digital Transformation of Mindsets to Drive Exponential Innovation in the Novel Economy
Dr. Mik Kersten is someone I only recently met, but I’ve quickly grown fond of his thinking and work. In 2020, we organized an event together, “Transitioning from Project to Product to Thrive in the New Normal.” Our initial conversation led to an exploration of new possibilities in digital transformation in a time of global crisis, an era I called the “Novel Economy.” Then earlier this year, Dr. Mik and I hosted an executive roundtable that focused on strategy planning and…
WTF: What’s the Future Podcast – 11 Habits to Become a Master Influencer with Author Jason Harris
In episode 1 of WTF: What’s the Future, I interview my dear friend Jason Harris explore his new book,The Soulful Art of Persuasion. The Soulful Art of Persuasion is a revolutionary guide to becoming a master influencer in the age of distrust, through the cultivation of character-building habits that are essential to personal growth and sustained business success. Jason is also the CEO of the pioneering advertising agency Mekanism. We go WAY back to the early days of digital, before…
Introducing WTF, What’s the Future, a Podcast that Explores the Future of…
In 2019 and early 2020, I worked on plans to launch a new podcast based on the title of my book, What’s the Future of Business (WTF for short). I pre-recorded an entire series and planned on dropping the first season Netflix style. The idea was to surprise everyone with a lineup of shows with amazing guests to binge at will. With LifeSCALE in full swing plus big life changes I was working on at the time, oh yeah, and then…
Podcast: Thinking Beyond the New Normal – det nya normala i en onormal tid
The interview is in English, but it was recorded (virtually) in Sweden. Brian Solis är författare och talare med bred kunskap och erfarenhet inom digital antropologi. Länge har han studerat Digital Darwinism för att förstå effekterna av disruption inom företag, marknader och samhällen. Hans insikter om teknikens och framtidens utveckling av affärstrender har gjort honom till en kunskapsdelare för ledare och marknadsförare världen över. Vill du ha mer av VD-podden? Anmäl dig till vårt nyhetsbrev https://bit.ly/2KKZd7K och ta del av…
Why Human Connections Should be at the Center of Digital Transformation: A Conversation with Blazing Trails
I had the wonderful opportunity to join Michael Rivo on the Salesforce Blazing Trails podcast. What an amazing conversation! We explored the intersection between humanity, social science, and innovation. If you have 22 minutes and 20 seconds, I’d love for you to join us! You can listen to the show here. I hope it helps! The show is also available on… Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts Show Notes: Successful digital transformations start and end with the teams executing them. Meaningful…
Humanly Possible: A LifeScale Approach to Scaling Your Life Toward Creativity and Happiness
I’ve known Bryan Kramer and Courtney Smith Kramer for many years now. We’ve become real world friends, plus our families spend time together. Truth is, it’s never enough time. Bryan invited me to be on his podcast, “Humanly Possible.” What a special time. I’d like to share it with you. IN THIS EPISODE: Persuasive design Reverse engineering the addiction to social media Helping businesses navigate these unprecedented times QUOTATIONS FROM THIS EPISODE: “It wasn’t a big leap of faith at…
With Social Media Addiction, AI Algorithms, and Disinformation, the Real Social Dilemma is Ours to Solve: Where Do We Start?
How do we live in a world of constant distraction without giving up these digital tools that monopolize our attention, but provide value at the same time? Is it an all-or-nothing game? These are questions more people are asking as a result of the overwhelming success of the Netflix documentary The #SocialDilemma, which looks at the consequences of driving user engagement through so-called “bubble filter” algorithms, that increase utilization by showing us more of what we’re already watching, insulating us…
