In this episode, Tim Harrison joins Anthony to explore what it takes to thrive in a world being rapidly transformed by AI. As an executive coach, AI strategist, and founder focused on unlocking human potential, Tim explains why change is so difficult, how leaders can develop transformational thinking, and why judgment may become the most valuable skill in the age of artificial intelligence. Together, they dive into the intersection of coaching, leadership, AI adoption, and personal growth — revealing how organizations can leverage AI without losing sight of the human element. From prompt engineering and AI agents to decision-making, critical thinking, and scaling human development, this conversation offers a practical roadmap for leaders navigating the future.

Tim Harrison is an executive coach, AI strategist, and founder dedicated to helping leaders and organizations unlock their full potential. Through coaching, leadership development, and AI integration consulting, Tim helps companies build systems that amplify human capability while creating measurable business value. His work focuses on transformational thinking, organizational growth, and preparing leaders to thrive in an AI-driven future. He is also the creator of the DEEDS Framework, a practical model for evaluating and scaling innovation within organizations.

00:00 – Why change is so hard & the comfort of the status quo

02:29 – Hope theory (GPA: Goals, Pathways, Agency) and getting unstuck

04:03 – Fear, uncertainty, and the hidden cost of needing control

04:24 – AI as amplifier and threat: “Who you are is how you prompt”

06:25 – Clear thinking, better prompts, and leveling up your questions

08:45 – From basic chatbots to agents: building an AI-driven organization

10:43 – AI hype vs. value: profit, impact, and what really doesn’t change

13:48 – Not taking your eye off the “human ball” in an AI-first company

18:43 – From prompt engineering to context engineering & real workflows

25:02 – The DEEDS framework for adopting AI in organizations

33:03 – The unfair advantage: judgment as the meta-skill in the AI age

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachtimharrison/

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