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In this episode of the HR L&D Podcast, host Nick Day sits down with Matt Leta - digital pioneer, bestselling author, and CEO of Future Works - to explore how leaders can adopt AI effectively within their organizations.

Matt shares practical strategies from his book “100X”, explaining how executives can integrate AI without disrupting culture or workflow. He reveals why most AI projects fail, how to overcome fear and resistance, and what it really takes to build an AI-ready business.

Whether you’re an HR leader, CEO, or L&D professional, this conversation will help you move from hesitation to confident action, using AI to unlock productivity, performance, and innovation across your teams.

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(01:17) Introducing Matt Lea

(03:21) What “Human Resources” Means in an AI Era

(07:37) Why Most AI Projects Fail (and How to Fix It)

(12:00) The 100X Framework for Practical AI Adoption

(18:19) The LEAP Model: One Hour per Week

(20:52) Overcoming Fear & Building an AI-Ready Culture

(31:45) Lead Through Value, Not Time

(36:30) HR & L&D as AI Transformation Catalysts