The Path to Innovation and AI Mastery with Mike Todasco of San Diego State University

This week, David Wright is joined by Mike Todasco, Visiting Fellow at the James Silberrad Brown Center for Artificial Intelligence at San Diego State University. Mike shares his journey from accountant to leading innovation at PayPal and now, in his current work with AI at San Diego State University. They explore the power of AI tools in driving business effectiveness, the importance of great leadership, and maintaining work-life balance in today's fast-paced environment.

Key Takeaways:

(03:25) AI tools like ChatGPT can significantly improve productivity.

(04:43) Innovation often involves failures; not everything will be a success.

(12:47) A great boss is more valuable than a great job.

(15:58) Seek bosses who put your growth ahead of the company’s interests.

(17:52) Treat employees like adults by offering flexibility and autonomy.

(20:40) Work-life balance is critical; family time is non-negotiable.

(25:55) Shift your perspective; problems can often become opportunities.

(28:41) Reframing rejection can turn it into a positive motivator.

(35:47) AI's potential is just starting to be realized in everyday workflows.

(40:33) Combining AI models can lead to remarkable, time-saving outcomes.

Resources Mentioned:

Mike Todasco -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/todasco/

San Diego State University | LinkedIn -

https://www.linkedin.com/school/san-diego-state-university/

San Diego State University Website -

http://www.sdsu.edu/

The Singularity is Nearer -

https://www.amazon.com/Singularity-Nearer-Ray-Kurzweil-ebook/dp/B08Y6FYJVY

The Anxious Generation -

https://www.amazon.com/Anxious-Generation-Rewiring-Childhood-Epidemic/dp/0593655036

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