Why are executives getting AI completely wrong?!

Everyone is guessing how AI will affect their career. Scott Varho and Martin Wilson explain what’s really coming, and what you must prepare for now.

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AI is changing how teams build products, how leaders make decisions, and what skills engineers will need to stay relevant. In this episode, we break down the real shifts happening inside companies, why most AI initiatives fail, and what developers, tech leads, and CTOs should focus on to stay ahead.

We explore why companies struggle with AI adoption, how expectations from leadership can create unnecessary fear, and what practical steps you can take to build AI into your workflow without losing your craft. If you’ve ever wondered whether AI will replace junior roles, reshape the developer ladder, or change what “good engineering” means, this conversation is for you.

00:00 Intro
01:10 Introducing the Experts: Scott and Martin
03:16 AI in Product Development: Challenges and Strategies
03:58 The Hype and Reality of AI Adoption
08:25 Leadership and AI: Balancing Top-Down and Bottom-Up Approaches
21:55 Real-World Examples of AI Implementation
35:41 Improving Prompt Writing and Professional Development
36:41 Encouraging Tinkering and Community Building
38:27 Adapting to AI in Product Development
40:42 Impact on Junior Developers and Education
46:00 Systemic AI Implementations and Quality
56:42 Fears and Challenges at Different Levels
01:07:20 Concluding Thoughts on AI Expectations