Setting the Stage for AI in 2025 (00:00:07)

• Introduction of AI mastery as a key resolution for 2025
• Discussion of AI becoming mainstream in automation and workflows
• The importance of developing individual AI expertise and leadership skills

Core Skills for Individual AI Mastery (00:06:12)

• Essential tools: ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini
• Moving beyond basic prompt engineering to problem-solving
• Focus on contextual understanding and domain expertise
• Time investment needed for staying current with AI developments

Building AI Workflows and Integration (00:11:41)

• Evolution from standalone tools to integrated workflows
• Importance of domain-specific knowledge in automation
• Creating production-ready work with AI assistance
• Examples of specialized AI tools in higher education

Staying Updated on AI Developments (00:14:31)

• Recommended resources: podcasts, newsletters, and industry blogs
• Time commitment for staying current (1-3 hours daily)
• Balancing content consumption with practical application
• Curating relevant information sources for your field

AI Leadership and Change Management (00:24:15)

• Focus on incremental implementation over long-term planning
• Importance of showing immediate value through experimentation
• Rethinking processes from first principles
• Strategies for managing team adoption and resistance

Data Integration and Knowledge Sources (00:31:20)

• Breaking down data silos in higher education
• Leveraging unstructured data (policies, documents, media)
• Connecting different data sources for better insights
• Examples of successful data integration in education

Partnership and Experimentation (00:34:38)

• New approach to vendor relationships in AI implementation
• Importance of co-creation and pilot programs
• Benefits of early adoption and experimentation
• Real-world examples of successful partnerships

Looking Ahead: AI Implementation Strategy (00:41:35)

• Long-term perspective on AI adoption
• Balance between curiosity and openness to change
• Focus on creating enterprise value through AI
• Importance of leadership in driving AI transformation

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Connect With Our Co-Hosts:
Ardis Kadiu
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ardis/
https://twitter.com/ardis

Dr. JC Bonilla
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcbonilla/
https://twitter.com/jbonillx

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