Information Matters with AI with Jacqueline Stockwell

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Welcome to Information Matters with AI, the podcast exploring the vital connection between information management and artificial intelligence. Hosted by international bestselling author, global CEO and information management advocate Jacqueline Stockwell, this podcast brings together industry experts, business leaders, innovators and practitioners to discuss how organisations can unlock the full potential of AI through better management of their information. As organisations rush to embrace artificial intelligence, many are discovering an uncomfortable truth: AI is only as good as the information that powers it. Through thought-provoking conversations, practical insights and real-world experiences, you'll discover how information management, records management, privacy, governance and data quality form the foundation of successful and responsible AI adoption. Topics include: Artificial Intelligence (AI)Information ManagementRecords ManagementInformation GovernancePrivacy and Data ProtectionDigital TransformationInformation CultureLeadership and InfluenceCompliance and RiskCareer Development Whether you're trying to prepare your organisation for AI, improve compliance, build a stronger information culture or elevate your career, this podcast will give you the knowledge, confidence and inspiration to take action. Because better information leads to better decisions, better outcomes and a better future. Be Authentic. Be Compliant. Be Empowered. Hosted by Jacqueline Stockwell International Bestselling Author of Blooming Good Information Management, Global CEO of Leadership Through Data Ltd, international speaker, trainer and passionate advocate for raising the profile of information management worldwide.

  1. 3d ago

    067 Everybody Wants AI, Nobody Wants Records Management (Part 1 of 2) with Sharon and Jemma

    Send us Fan Mail "Everybody wants AI, but nobody wants records management." It is a phrase heard constantly across the industry—so why are organizations still treating information management like an afterthought?  In this episode of Information Matters with AI, host Jacqueline Stockwell is joined in the studio by Information Governance Manager & DPO Sharon Locke and Information Governance Officer Gemma. Together, they peel back the layers on why Information Governance (IG) remains one of the most misunderstood functions in the corporate world, how data growth is stretching organizations to their limits, and why getting senior leadership buy-in is critical.  Jacqueline, Sharon, and Gemma explore: The Journeys into IG: From accidental career paths to discovering a passion for "doing the right thing" and fostering new talent. The Visibility Problem: Why IG operates silently in the background—and why viewing it as merely "document filing" or "an IT problem" holds organizations back. Data Growth & Silo Culture: The hidden risks of unmanaged data, department silos, and using GDPR as an excuse to lock down information. The True Cost of Unmanaged Information: Security vulnerabilities, lost productivity, non-compliance, and the high financial toll of storing data you don't even know you have. What Good Looks Like: Defining effective information management as having the right information, in the right place, at the right time. Note: This is Part 1 of a 2-part conversation. Tune in next week for Part 2, where the team dives headfirst into the AI discussion! Support the show

  2. Jul 28

    066 Authentic Leadership, DISC Profiles and Being Unapologetically You with Renee Walker

    Send us Fan Mail What happens when you stop trying to lead like everyone else and start leading as yourself? In this episode of Information Matters with AI, Jacqueline Stockwell sits down with leadership and communication expert Renee Walker to explore authenticity, self-awareness, DISC personality profiles, and why understanding yourself is one of the most important leadership skills you can develop. During the conversation, they discuss authenticity, being yourself, communication styles and DISC profiles.  From understanding how different personality styles influence workplace relationships to building confidence in your own leadership approach, this episode is packed with practical insights for leaders at every level. In This Episode We Discuss Authentic leadership and why it mattersUnderstanding DISC personality stylesCommunicating effectively with different personalitiesBuilding confidence through self-awarenessCreating stronger workplace relationshipsLeading without trying to be somebody elseThe importance of trust and authenticity in leadershipKey Takeaways ✅ Great leaders understand themselves first ✅ Authenticity creates trust and credibility ✅ Different communication styles require different approaches ✅ Self-awareness improves leadership effectiveness ✅ Understanding others helps build stronger teams ✅ Leadership is about being the best version of yourself, not copying someone else About Renee Walker Renee Walker is passionate about helping individuals and organisations improve communication, strengthen leadership capability and better understand behavioural styles through tools such as DISC. Her practical and engaging approach helps leaders create stronger relationships, improve collaboration and increase workplace performance. Resources Mentioned DISC Personality ProfilesLeadership Through Data EMPOWER ProgrammeInformation Matters with AI PodcastLeadership Through Data Training and Consultancy ProgrammesConnect with Renee Walker Add Renee's preferred website and LinkedIn profile links here before publishing. Connect with Jacqueline Stockwell 🌐 Website: https://leadershipthroughdata.com 📚 Book: Blooming Good Information Management 🎓 EMPOWER AI Readiness Accelerator 🎙️ Podcast: Information Matters with AI 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelinestockwell/ Enjoyed the Episode? If you found this episode valuable: ⭐ Follow the podcast ⭐ Leave a review ⭐ Share it with a colleague ⭐ Connect with us on LinkedIn ⭐ Visit www.LeadershipThroughData.com for more resources on leadership, information management and AI readiness Because great AI starts with great information, and great leadership starts with knowing yourself. 🚀 Support the show

  3. Jul 20

    065 Garbage In, Gospel Out: Why AI Needs Governance, Contracts & Decision Intelligence with Thaija Dickerson

    Send us Fan Mail Everyone is talking about AI, but why are so many organisations still struggling to see real business value? In this episode of Information Matters, Jacqueline Stockwell sits down with Thaija Dickerson, Co-Founder of Contract IQ, data scientist, and author of 10X Contract Value, to explore the missing link between data, governance, contracts, and business outcomes.  Together they challenge the idea that more data automatically leads to better decisions and discuss why organisations need decision-ready intelligence, not just dashboards and reports. They explore how contracts can become critical business assets, why governance should be seen as the Department of How rather than the Department of No, and how leaders can bridge the gap between AI insights and real-world action.  Jacqueline and Thaija discuss: Why contracts should be treated as Tier 1 business data The biggest reason AI projects fail to deliver measurable valueHow organisations can move from information overload to decision intelligenceThe role of governance in accelerating AI adoption safely and effectively Why ownership, accountability and authority matter more than technology alone How information leaders can influence business outcomes and demonstrate value One of Jacqueline's favourite moments from the discussion centres around the phrase: "Garbage in, Gospel out." As organisations increasingly rely on AI-generated outputs, the quality, governance and trustworthiness of information has never been more important.  If you're an information manager, records manager, governance professional, privacy specialist, data leader, or executive exploring how to turn AI ambition into measurable business results, this episode is packed with practical insights. Connect with Thaija Dickerson 🌐 Kontrak IQ: https://www.kontrakiq.io  💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thaidickerson  🎙️ 10X Contract Value Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ZWpqLxDQ6wueK0937JLzA  📚 10X Contract Value Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/10x-contract-value-731843510135938252 About Information Matters with Jacqueline Stockwell Information Matters is the podcast for information leaders, governance professionals, records managers, privacy experts and data specialists who want to increase their influence, demonstrate value and lead confidently in the age of AI. Hosted by international bestselling author and CEO Jacqueline Stockwell. Support the show

  4. Jul 14

    064 The "Culture over Code" Philosophy The Technology Trap: with Jesse Wilkins

    Send us Fan Mail Everyone is talking about AI, automation and the latest technology. But what if the real challenge isn't the technology at all? What if the biggest barriers to success are culture, behaviours, information practices and the way people work? In this episode of Information Matters with Jacqueline Stockwell, I sit down with industry expert Jesse Wilkins for a thought-provoking conversation about why organisations often focus on technology before fixing the foundations that technology relies upon. Together, we explore: ✅ Why technology alone rarely solves organisational problems ✅ The difference between culture change and technology change ✅ Why information management is critical to successful AI adoption ✅ The risks of relying on technology to fix process and people issues ✅ How organisations can avoid the "technology trap" ✅ What information leaders need to think about before deploying AI This conversation challenged some of my own thinking and reinforced something I've believed for many years: Technology can accelerate change, but culture determines whether that change succeeds. If you work in information management, records management, privacy, governance, Microsoft 365, digital transformation, AI or leadership, this episode is packed with practical insights and real-world experience that will help you look beyond the technology and focus on what truly drives sustainable success. Because at the end of the day... Information Matters. About the Host Jacqueline Stockwell is an international bestselling author, speaker, CEO of Leadership Through Data Ltd, and a passionate advocate for taking information management and privacy out of the back office and into everyday conversations. Through Information Matters, Jacqueline explores the people, leadership, governance, technology and information practices that help organisations thrive in a rapidly changing world. Connect with Jacqueline 🌐 Leadership Through Data Ltd 📚 Author of Blooming Good Information Management 🎓 Creator of the EMPOWER Accelerator Programme 🎙️ Host of Information Matters with Jacqueline Stockwell Support the show

  5. Jul 7

    063 Be Bold. Be Brave. Be Beautiful. – The Journey Nobody Sees

    Send us Fan Mail What happens when the host becomes the guest? In this special episode of Journals of the Information Entrepreneur, Andrea McIntosh takes over the host's chair and puts Jacqueline Stockwell in the hot seat for an honest, unfiltered conversation about entrepreneurship, leadership, resilience and what it really takes to build a business in today's economy. As a dyslexic entrepreneur, bestselling author and founder of Leadership Through Data, Jacqueline shares the highs, the lows and everything in between. From writing to the BBC, ITV and Netflix, trying to partner with Microsoft, sending her book to MPs, The King's Trust and The Duke of Edinburgh's Award, and relentlessly championing the information management profession, this is a story of persistence in the face of rejection. In this episode, we discuss: ✅ The realities of running a business during challenging economic times  ✅ Why sales cycles are longer and budgets are tighter than ever  ✅ The importance of investing in yourself, even when times are tough  ✅ Building a personal brand and creating visibility for your profession  ✅ Leadership lessons learned from years of entrepreneurship  ✅ Why great leadership doesn't happen by accident – it happens by design  ✅ How to create greater impact, influence and value in your organisation If you're an information leader, records manager, data professional, entrepreneur or aspiring leader, this episode will inspire you to keep going, keep learning and keep showing up. 🎯 Take the EMPOWER Scorecard Want to discover where you are on your leadership journey? Complete the FREE EMPOWER Leadership Scorecard and receive personalised insights into your leadership strengths, opportunities and next steps. Take the scorecard here: EMPOWER Leadership Scorecard 🎁 Stay Until The End! Don't miss the surprise at the end of the episode. As a thank you for supporting the podcast, five lucky listeners will receive a special gift designed to help accelerate their leadership journey. Connect with Jacqueline 🎧 Subscribe to the podcast  ⭐ Leave a review  🔄 Share this episode with a colleague  💜 Join Jacqueline's LinkedIn Live sessions every Wednesday Because together, we can raise the profile of information, data and records management. Be Bold. Be Brave. Be Beautiful. 💜 Support the show

  6. Jun 30

    062 Garbage In, Garbage Copilot: Information Management in the AI Era (or The Information Architecture of AI) with Kevin McDonnell

    Send us Fan Mail Turning on Microsoft Copilot is easy—the real challenge is what happens next. In this episode, host Jacqueline Stockwell sits down with Microsoft MVP Kevin McDonnell to dissect the massive "wake-up call" organizations face regarding information hygiene, oversharing, and data permissions.  We talk about the newly introduced Copilot CoWork (Microsoft’s pay-as-you-go credit service), the real cost of automation, and how to deal with redundant, obsolete, and trivial (ROT) data before your AI references a draft policy from 2018. If you are wondering how the role of the knowledge manager shifts from "librarian" to "coach" over the next three to five years, this is an episode you cannot afford to miss.  What We Cover: The Copilot Shock: Why turning on AI immediately highlights your worst permissions hygiene. Understanding CoWork: How it takes action (like cleaning your calendar or auditing DevOps) and what it actually costs. Taming the ROT: Practical ways to structure your information architecture so AI remains accurate. The Evolving Knowledge Worker: Why the future of knowledge management belongs to prompt delegators, AI skill definers, and human influence. 2. Referred Material Links (For Show Notes) Keep your listeners connected to the resources mentioned in the episode: Connect with the Guest: Kevin McDonnell on LinkedIn Listen to Kevin’s Podcast: The Copilot Connection Podcast (with Zoe Wilson and Gary Trinder) Kevin's BlueSky: @KevMcDonk on BlueSky AI & Prompting Resources Mentioned:Anthropic AI Skills Guide Skills.sh RepositoryGet Your Data AI-Ready: Leadership Through Data Training CoursesMicrosoft 365 SharePoint Records Management Training UKMicrosoft 365 Copilot | Training for Information Managers | UKMicrosoft 365 Information Architecture Training Course | UK & IRESupport the show

  7. Jun 23

    061 Bridging the Gap: How to Sit Between Tech, Business, and AI with Duncan Boyne

    Send us Fan Mail Are your business users actually opening your data dashboards, or are they getting lost in a sea of rows, columns, and overcomplicated metrics? In this episode, host Jacqueline Stockwell sits down with Power BI and Fabric specialist Duncan Boyne to bridge the "messy middle" between heavy data engineering and real-world business decisions. Duncan shares his unconventional approach to data storytelling—including why he asks clients about their favourite addictive smartphone apps to design better dashboards. We also dive deep into how data and compliance professionals can stop waiting for official IT corporate rollouts and start using generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini safely today to become "dangerously efficient." Key Takeaways The Golden Rule of Data Storytelling: If a stakeholder looks at a report and has to ask "What does this column mean?" or "Why is that blue?", the dashboard has already failed. True storytelling prompts actions, not formatting questions.Designing for "Doom Scrollers": Why understanding whether your stakeholder scrolls TikTok, reads LinkedIn, or browses Amazon dictates the layout and visual architecture of their reporting.The Power of "Silly Questions": How asking the most basic, seemingly naive questions can break through the "curse of knowledge" and solve massive operational blind spots (like how a simple seasonal temperature shift ruined an engineering company’s product failure metrics).Becoming Dangerously Efficient with AI: How to use LLMs right now for mundane tasks like accessibility testing, color blindness theory verification, or creating date tables, without exposing live or sensitive customer data.Enterprise Guardrails vs. Shadow AI: Why rolling out AI requires the exact same rigid IT planning, testing, and sandboxed UAT environments as a new CRM system.Links & Resources Mentioned Connect with Duncan Boyne: LinkedInGet Duncan's Toolkit: https://github.com/DuncanBoyne/AI-BILearn More About Leadership Through Data: www.leadershipthroughdata.com The Leadership Through Data EMPOWER Scorecard - Get clear on where you may be exposed — privately and without judgement - The Leadership Through Data EMPOWER ScorecardEvent Mentioned: Experts Live UK at Code Node LondonSupport the show

  8. Jun 16

    060 Stop Talking About the Life You Want, Start Living It with Rachael Hudson

    Send us Fan Mail What if the biggest barrier to your success as a leader isn’t your workload, your organisation, or even your strategy… but your mindset? In this episode, Jacqueline Stockwell sits down with Rachel Hudson, an NLP coach, clinical hypnotherapist, and mindset specialist, to explore how leaders can break free from limiting beliefs and step into a more empowered way of thinking and leading. Together, they unpack the concept of generative change — moving beyond quick fixes to creating deep, lasting transformation in how you think, feel, and act. For information leaders and data professionals, this conversation is particularly powerful. Whether you're struggling with stakeholder buy-in, feeling overwhelmed by competing priorities, or questioning your impact, Rachel shares practical insights to help you regain control and confidence. In this episode, you’ll learn: The difference between a victim mindset and an empowerment mindsetHow the stories you tell yourself shape your leadership outcomesA simple question that can instantly shift your perspectivePractical tools like the Eisenhower Matrix to manage overwhelmWhy resilience is built through challenge—and how to harness itThis is not about fixing problems temporarily…  It’s about creating a new way of thinking that supports long-term success. 🎧 Tune in and start living the life you’ve been talking about. 🌱 Ready to take this further? If something landed for you in this episode… don’t just leave it here. You don’t need to figure it all out on your own — I’ve created a few simple ways to help you take your next step, at your pace. 🟢 — Start where you are If you’re not quite sure how you’re showing up right now, start here: 👉 Thinking with Jaki Scorecard — your Influence Action Plan Use this to get clarity on how you currently show up, where you might be getting stuck, and what your next influence move is. Thinking with Jaki 🟡 Build clarity and direction Once you’ve got that awareness, let’s build a clearer picture of where you are overall: 👉 Leadership Through Data EMPOWER Scorecard This will show you where you sit across the EMPOWER framework — your strengths, your gaps, and what to focus on next so you can move forward with confidence. The Leadership Through Data EMPOWER Scorecard 🔵 Grow with me If you’re ready to go deeper and build real momentum: 👉 Join the free EMPOWER Masterclass | Leadership Through Data I’ll walk you through the full roadmap and help you see exactly how to step into your influence and leadership — in a way that feels like you.  The EMPOWER Masterclass | Leadership Through Data  🚀 Want to keep building? If you’re ready to take action beyond this episode, here are a couple of ways we can work together: 👉 Book Jaki to speak at your next event Bring these conversations into your organisation or community with practical, real-world learning. Public Speaker, Write & Podcaster - Jacqueline Stockwell 👉 Join the 21-Day EMPOWER Sprint Build momentum, take action daily, and stop overthinking your next move. https://leadershipthroughdata.com/empower-21/ 💬 Final thought You don’t need to do everything at once.  Just take one next step. And if this episode helped you, I’d love you to share it with someone who needs to hear it too 💛 Support the show

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Welcome to Information Matters with AI, the podcast exploring the vital connection between information management and artificial intelligence. Hosted by international bestselling author, global CEO and information management advocate Jacqueline Stockwell, this podcast brings together industry experts, business leaders, innovators and practitioners to discuss how organisations can unlock the full potential of AI through better management of their information. As organisations rush to embrace artificial intelligence, many are discovering an uncomfortable truth: AI is only as good as the information that powers it. Through thought-provoking conversations, practical insights and real-world experiences, you'll discover how information management, records management, privacy, governance and data quality form the foundation of successful and responsible AI adoption. Topics include: Artificial Intelligence (AI)Information ManagementRecords ManagementInformation GovernancePrivacy and Data ProtectionDigital TransformationInformation CultureLeadership and InfluenceCompliance and RiskCareer Development Whether you're trying to prepare your organisation for AI, improve compliance, build a stronger information culture or elevate your career, this podcast will give you the knowledge, confidence and inspiration to take action. Because better information leads to better decisions, better outcomes and a better future. Be Authentic. Be Compliant. Be Empowered. Hosted by Jacqueline Stockwell International Bestselling Author of Blooming Good Information Management, Global CEO of Leadership Through Data Ltd, international speaker, trainer and passionate advocate for raising the profile of information management worldwide.

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