Turning AI Hype Into Real Business Outcomes | With Andreas Welsch

AI tools are powerful, but misusing them can lead to poor results. How can business leaders avoid “AI slop” and maintain quality as they scale this technology across their organizations?

In this episode, I sit down with Andreas Welsch, an AI strategist, educator, and author of The AI Leadership Handbook

We talk about why 85% of AI projects fail and what practical steps businesses and individuals can take to embrace this transformative technology responsibly.

We also dive into the future of work, the impact of generative AI on creativity, and what skills students and professionals need to thrive in an AI-driven world.

Andreas shares insights from is teaching experience at West Chester University, and his work advising companies globally. If you’re wondering how to prepare your business or your career for the AI era, this conversation is for you.


Big Opportunities: 00:00-01:10
From Music to Mindset: The Power of Creativity in Leadership: 01:10-4:45
Meet Andreas Welsch: The AI Visionary Behind Business Transformation: 04:45-08:30
The Human Side of Artificial Intelligence: 08:30-12:20
Turning Data Into Decisions: 12:20-17:00
AI Myths Busted!: 17:00-21:35
Leadership Lessons from the AI Frontier: 21:35-23:00
The Future of Work Is Already Here: 23:00-25:00
Building Trust in a Digital World: 25:00-29:00
Final Reflections: Purpose, People, and Possibility: 29:00-30:10
Closing Thoughts from Jim & Andreas: 30:10-31:10

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