FUTUREPROOF.

Jeremy Goldman
FUTUREPROOF.

Welcome to FUTUREPROOF. We're the podcast that delves into the future. From Augmented Reality to Artificial Intelligence to Smart Cities to Internet of Things to Virtual Reality, we speak with some of the sharpest minds to better help you understand what the next few years may look like.Brought to you by author Jeremy Goldman (Going Social, Getting to Like).For booking inquiries: vie@futureproofshow.com

  1. JUN 26

    Don’t Adopt AI—Build Your Company Around It (ft. authors Adam Brotman and Andy Sack)

    Send us a text How do you build a business that thrives because of AI—not in spite of it? In this episode, we’re joined by Adam Brotman, former Chief Digital Officer at Starbucks, and Andy Sack, serial entrepreneur and longtime advisor to Microsoft, to talk about their new book: AI FIRST. Drawing insights from conversations with leaders like Sam Altman, Reid Hoffman, and Bill Gates, Adam and Andy argue that being “AI-aware” isn’t enough—leaders must put AI at the center of how they operate. They break down their AI First Playbook—from building an AI council to running internal prompt competitions—and offer practical advice for making your team more adaptive, creative, and resilient in the face of rapid change. If you're leading a team, scaling a company, or just trying to keep up with the pace of innovation, this is your cheat code for the AI-powered era. Topics Discussed: Why “AI First” is a mindset, not just a tech stackWhat Sam Altman, Reid Hoffman, and Bill Gates taught them about the future of workOffense vs. defense: how to think about AI strategyThe centaur vs. cyborg model of human-AI collaborationReal-world case studies from Moderna, Suzy, and moreWhy you need an internal AI council—and how to launch oneThe cost of sitting still while your competitors experiment with genAIWhat every C-suite leader should be asking themselves in 2025Resources: AI FIRST: The Playbook for a Future-Proof Business and Brand (Harvard Business Review Press)Forum3 websiteFollow Adam Brotman and Andy Sack on LinkedIn

    28 min
  2. MAY 13

    Re-Humanizing the Algorithmic Workplace (ft. author Phanish Puranam)

    Send us a text Today's guest is Phanish Puranam, INSEAD Professor and author of Re-Humanize: How to Build Human-Centric Organizations in the Age of Algorithms. He's the perfect guest to discuss how AI is transforming—not just tasks—but the very DNA of how organizations operate. Here’s what you’ll learn: Why the future of AI in business isn’t about job replacement, but organizational redesignHow AI is turning from tool to teammate, and what that means for leadership and decision-makingWhat "bionic organizations" are—and how companies can blend algorithms and humans without crushing autonomy or purposeWhy algorithmic bureaucracy might quietly become the most dangerous workplace trendHow poor implementation of AI threatens to destroy learning cultures and employee agencyThe four pitfalls of AI adoption most companies fall into—and how to avoid themA framework for designing AI systems that enhance human competence, not erode itWhy employees—not just executives—should shape the future of AI-powered workAbout our guest: Phanish Puranam is the Roland Berger Chaired Professor of Strategy & Organization Design at INSEAD, where he also leads the Organizations & Algorithms research initiative. With a career focused on the science of how organizations work—and how they change—he brings a deeply research-backed, globally informed perspective on the next phase of AI’s workplace evolution.

    23 min
  3. APR 8

    The Future of Meaningful Work (ft. authors Wes Adams and Tamara Myles)

    Send us a text Join us in a compelling discussion with Wes Adams and Tamara Myles, seasoned advisers to global companies and authors of MEANINGFUL WORK: How to Ignite Passion and Performance in Every Employee. Dive into the science of positive psychology and discover how it can transform leadership and workplace cultures. What You’ll Learn: The Importance of Meaning: Explore why meaningful work is crucial for employee engagement and organizational success.Leadership Influence: Understand the significant impact leaders have on cultivating a sense of meaning and purpose at work.The Three Cs Framework: Discover how Community, Contribution, and Challenge play pivotal roles in enhancing workplace environments.Generational Insights: Gain insights into how different generations view meaningful work and what this means for future workplaces.Autonomy in Leadership: Learn about the balance between providing direction and granting autonomy to foster innovation and trust.Onboarding and Integration: Discuss the critical role of onboarding in setting the stage for meaningful employee experiences.Episode Highlights: Real-life stories from leading companies like Patagonia and HubSpotDiscussion on recent shifts in workplace dynamics post-pandemicActionable advice for leaders to implement immediatelyAbout Our Guests: Wes Adams is the CEO of SV Consulting Group, with a background in positive psychology research and leadership at organizations including the University of Pennsylvania. Tamara Myles is a renowned speaker and consultant, with a focus on human flourishing at work, teaching at Boston College and conducting research at the University of Pennsylvania.

    28 min
5
out of 5
41 Ratings

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Welcome to FUTUREPROOF. We're the podcast that delves into the future. From Augmented Reality to Artificial Intelligence to Smart Cities to Internet of Things to Virtual Reality, we speak with some of the sharpest minds to better help you understand what the next few years may look like.Brought to you by author Jeremy Goldman (Going Social, Getting to Like).For booking inquiries: vie@futureproofshow.com

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