In this episode, it's part two of a three-part series with Sean Bhardwaj from Breakthrough Growth Partners. If you missed part one, we highly recommend going back to listen - it sets the foundation for today's discussion.
This week, we're tackling the uncomfortable truth about AI adoption: why most AI initiatives fail (it's usually not because of the technology itself!). Sean breaks down the five major pitfalls that consistently trip up businesses, no matter how big or small your business is, and provides practical guidance on how to avoid these costly mistakes.
We also cover some notable AI news developments, including OpenAI's new ChatGPT Agent, Mistral AI's latest updates, and an entertaining follow-up to our Atari chess story that you won't want to miss.
Whether you're a founder, entrepreneur, or business owner trying to navigate AI adoption thoughtfully, this episode provides actionable frameworks you can implement immediately.
What You'll Learn:
Why 80-90% of AI pilots fail and how to avoid being part of that statistic
Sean's five-pitfall framework for successful AI implementation
How to identify and address shadow AI usage in your organization
Strategies for building team confidence in AI tools without overwhelming busy schedules
How to determine if your company is ready for AI adoption
Chapters:
04:04 The Pitfalls of AI and How to Avoid Them
05:53 Pitfalls of Implementing AI and How to Avoid Them
07:29 Pitfall #1: Ready, Fire, Aim - Misaligned Goals
13:36 Pitfall #2: Weak Leadership or Team Support
18:44 Pitfall #3: Data Quality & Tech Foundations
29:55 Pitfall #4: Ethics & Compliance Gaps
35:54 Pitfall 5: Underdeveloped Skills & Culture
40:52 How to Avoid AI Pitfalls
43:42 How to Rebuild Trust When Things Go Wrong
45:35 Are Some Companies Just Not Ready for AI?
53:23 AI News Gone Wrong
01:00:07 AI Gone Wrong: Atari vs Gemini
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Website: https://breakthroughgrow.com/
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