**Special Series** From Spark to Shift: How Smart Leaders are Navigating AI Adoption. AI isn't just an assistant; It's a consultant that challenges your thinking. In this episode of the TomorrowZone® Catalyst Podcast, host Deb Reuben chats with Katie Thompson of Siemens Financial Services. A strategic leader at the intersection of syndications, sales enablement, and digital product delivery, Katie shares her surprising journey from AI skeptic to strategic user, and how that transformation is influencing how she leads and drives change. What starts as a personal experiment with bird feeders and haircut recommendations evolves into a practical, empowering approach to using AI at work. Katie reveals how reimagining AI as a thinking partner, not just a task-doer, has boosted her confidence, strengthened her decision-making, and even elevated her writing and critical thinking skills. She also gets real about resistance, authenticity, and how to stay grounded when surrounded by 40,000+ AI tools. This episode is a must-listen for leaders navigating uncertainty who are ready to move from AI talk to real traction. Connect with Us: Katie Thompson | LinkedIn Siemens Financial Services Deborah Reuben | LinkedIn TomorrowZone.io