In this episode of Applied AI Australia, I launch the new In Practice series, focused on how leaders are using AI to drive real business outcomes.

I sit down with John Foong, recent Chief Commercial Officer at Domain and a global tech operator in executive leadership roles at both Uber and Google. He brings a very direct view on what actually moves the needle with AI.

John shares a simple filter he has used consistently: if it does not increase revenue or reduce cost, it is noise.

You will hear insights on:

• Leading digital transformation at scale across industries

• Where AI is actually delivering returns in real estate

• Why most AI pilots stall and what it takes to get adoption

• The people and culture factors that decide whether AI sticks

• How execs can assess AI with curiosity and a clear commercial lens

If you are a CEO, board member, executive or business leader, this episode gives a straight view on how AI should be approached.

00:00 Introduction to Applied AI Australia

00:33 Introducing John Fong: A Journey Through Tech Giants

01:56 Lessons in Transformation and Innovation05:56 The Hype and Reality of AI

06:45 AI in Practice: Real-World Applications

10:22 Insights from Google: Early AI Implementations

18:26 Governance and Risk in AI Adoption

21:18 Practical AI Products at Domain

25:53 Future of AI: Opportunities and Challenges

31:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Website - www.appliedaiaustralia.com.au

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