Apr 23, 2025

AI as Your New Strategic Thought Partner

Summary

In this conversation, Jeremy Utley discusses the intersection of AI, creativity, and innovation, emphasizing how AI can unlock human potential and transform business practices. He shares his journey into AI, real-world applications, and the importance of fostering an AI-first culture within organizations. The discussion highlights the need for experimentation, collaboration, and strategic thinking to fully leverage AI's capabilities. Jeremy provides practical examples and advice for leaders looking to integrate AI into their workflows and encourages a mindset shift towards using AI as a thought partner.

Estimated Viewing Time

34 minutes

Takeaways

  • AI can significantly amplify human creativity and innovation.
  • Leaders must actively use AI to inspire their teams.
  • Experimentation should be encouraged and rewarded in organizations.
  • AI should be treated as a collaborator, not just a tool.
  • Inaction in the face of AI opportunities should be discouraged.
  • Real-world applications of AI can lead to transformative outcomes.
  • Fostering an AI-first culture requires practical examples from leadership.
  • AI can save significant time and effort in various tasks.
  • Using AI to generate ideas can lead to unexpected insights.
  • Collaboration and feedback with AI enhance the creative process.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Unlocking Creative Potential with AI
  • 03:13 The Journey into AI and Innovation
  • 06:03 Real-World Applications of AI in Business
  • 09:10 AI as a Strategic Thought Partner
  • 11:59 Fostering an AI-First Culture
  • 15:02 Experimentation and the Role of Leadership
  • 17:52 Amplifying Creativity through Collaboration with AI
  • 21:13 Transformative Stories from Diverse Industries
  • 23:59 Advice for Becoming AI-First

Jeremy Utley
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Adjunct Professor, Author, Podcaster @ Stanford University, Ideaflow, Beyond the Prompt: How to Use AI in Your Company

San Francisco, CA

Jeremy is a leading expert on creativity and innovation at Stanford University, who considers himself a "front row student" in the AI classroom. He's taught a million+ students of innovation over the

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