In this episode of the Bridge Building Podcast: From Technology to the Trades, we sit down with Tracy Sheen, a digital innovator and author of AI and You: Reimagine Business. Tracy shares her incredible journey from tinkering with electronics as a child in rural Queensland to becoming a mentor for businesses navigating the AI revolution.

With AI transforming industries from hospitality to education, Tracy offers insights into how teachers can equip students with the skills needed for a workforce where roles are rapidly evolving. She challenges us to rethink traditional education, emphasizing adaptability, critical thinking, and responsible AI use to prepare students for a future where jobs may last just six months.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• Tracy's journey from a tech-savvy kid to a leader in digital innovation

• The impact of AI on industries and the workforce, with up to 50% of jobs at risk in the next decade

• Why penalizing students for using AI tools like ChatGPT misses the mark

• Practical strategies for teaching critical thinking and adaptability in the classroom

• Tracy's vision for reimagining education to prepare students for an AI-driven world

Links and Resources:

• Visit Tracy Sheen's website: aiandyou.com.au

• Follow Tracy Sheen on LinkedIn

• Purchase AI and You: Reimagine Business (available from June 16, 2025)

• Explore DATTA Queensland: dattaqld.org.au

Connect With Us:

Host: Stephen Anderson, [email protected] (mailto:[email protected])